The Alliance

The Pennsylvania Artisan Trails were founded in 2006 with the main goal of creating a viable marketplace for art in PA to encourage our resident artists to remain in the state. The Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED) and Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA), along with other state agencies, facilitated the creation of these Trails. In 2009, the Trails formed the Artisan Trail Alliance to unify our efforts and work collectively.

Each of our seven Artisan Trails is unique, each has it's own story, and each will guide visitors on art-filled adventures along PA's highways and byways. Our Trails feature talented national, regional, and local artists who work in a variety of media, ranging from traditional oils and pastels to contemporary art glass pieces and even one-of-a-kind sculptures made from recycled objects. Please peruse the Trail links provided to find out more.