What To Do

Shopping - Antiques and Gifts

Art on Depot
207 E. Depot
Bedford, VA  242523
540-587-8878
540-871-0608
Patti Siehien
New gallery with many local artists.  Fun and Funky in the renovated old Electric Company.  Jewelry, art, fused glass, mosaics.  Find that perfect unusual gift.  Opened daily Tuesday - Friday 10:00am - 5:00pm.  Space for artists to work while the public is invited to watch.

Bedford Va Antique Mall
703 B Industrial Ave.
Bedford, VA  24523
540-587-8707
Web: www.bedfordvaantiquemall.com

Bell Treasures
E. Depot Street (next to the Electric Co)
Featuring Frankford & Son bargain basement
Furniture, glassware, clothing, tools, retired plumbers tools, antiques, collectables and more! Something for everyone at bargain prices!
Bell Treasures will be open every Thursday & Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturdays 8 am - 2 pm

Bluebird Antiques & Estate Jewelry
Bluebird Antiques is filled with antiquities, custom jewelry, furniture and glass.
201 North Bridge Street
Bedford, VA
540-586-4103
Email: gptblueridge@hotmail.com

Bob's Antiques
@Historic Centertown Bedford
100 E. Main Street
Bedford, VA 24523
540-586-5551
540-890-9574
Open: Wednesday thru Saturday 10:00am to 6:00pm

Ever After
Antiques - Art - Collectibles
208 North Bridge Street
Bedford, VA  24523
Gloria Tobin - Owner
540-586-0715
gmtobin@verizon.net

Gallery of Virginia Art and Gifts
7536 Peaks Road
Bedford, VA 24523
540-586-5001
Celebrate nature at this rustic gallery on Route 43 north of Bedford on the way to the Blue Ridge Parkway (milepost 86) and the Peaks of Otter. It features nationally-acclaimed Virginia sports and nature artisans (as seen in Gray's Sporting Journal), plus a gourmet Virginia wine and foods section, nature-inspired books, jewelry, candles, porcelains, soaps, linens, note cards, and shawls from around the state, as well as a Christmas corner. Quality children's wildlife, nature, travel/Virginia history books, games, plush animals. Open May - December.
Web: www.galleryva.com

North Bridge Antiques and Books

205 N. Bridge Street

Bedford, VA 24523

540-586-2220

Kim Cashman

The Gilded Era
Everything for the vintage heart, visitors are invited to meander among charming displays of vintage fashions, jewelry, linens, tapestries, trunks, dolls, Victorian framed prints, Victrolas, postcards, sterling, books, quilts, and beautiful antique furniture.
Centertown Bedford
115 North Bridge Street
Bedford VA 24523
540-587-9322

The Ladies of Lowry
Kathy Sullivan
Patty Richard
3516 Lowry Road
Lowry, VA 24570
540-586-8093
Fax: 540-586-0694
kathymsullivan@worldnet.att.net
Featuring antiques & more in the Coffey Store (c. 1850) includes furniture, collectables, decorative accessories. This inviting store is designed to create decorative inspiration! Open Wednesday-Saturday 10:00-6:00 (April thru September). Open Wednesday-Saturday 10:00-3:00 (October-March).  Other times by chance or appointment.

The Peaks Alpaca Shop
16901 Forest Road
Forest, VA  24551
434-534-6100
Email: alpacashop@aol.com

Peddler Antiques
Lynchburg area's oldest antique shop, Peddler Antiques was established in 1972 and has 22 dealers housed in a quaint brick schoolhouse. It specializes in fine period furniture, vintage accessories, unique collectibles and also offers a large collection of cut glass, fine china, jewelry, linens, coins, books and much more.
Located off 221 & 811 between Lynchburg and Bedford near Thomas Jefferson‚s Poplar Forest.
1165 Burnbridge Rd., Forest, Va 24551
Open Monday - Saturday 11-4, Sunday 1-5.
434-525-6030

Rick's Antiques & General Store
Rte 811 ( Thomas Jefferson Road) Forest
VA 434-525-9430
Sat & Sun 12 to 6
or by appointment(434-525-3548)

Sarah’s Place - Antiques & Collectibles
13105 S. Old Moneta Rd., Moneta, Va.
540-296-1676
Open Tuesday-Sunday
Email: sarahsplaceva@aol.com

Virginias Avon Center & Gift Shop
206 West Depot Street
Bedford, VA 24523
540-587-0228

Upcoming Events

  • Aug 2 - The Tams in Concert - What can be said about one of the most beloved groups in recent history? Recently voted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, this group has had many number one hits. Opening for The Tams will be the Part-Time Party-Time band. Gates open at 4:30 and music starts at 6pm. Festival held rain or shine, and no coolers or pets, please. - The Sedalia Center, 1108 Sedalia School Road, Big Island - 434-299-5080 - www.sedaliacenter.org

  • Aug 15 - Aug 16 - Rockin' 08 - New to the Sedalia line-up, this festival offers local area bands a venue to perform. This two day festival will offer rock music for all ages, by all ages. Whether you enjoy progressive, metal or classic rock, this festival is sure to have something for you. No coolers or pets, please. Festival held rain or shine. - The Sedalia Center, 1108 Sedalia School Road, Big Island - $ - 434-299-5080 - www.sedaliacenter.org

  • Aug 16 - Bedford County Family Farm Tour - 10:00am - 3:00pm - In celebration of agriculture past and present, this year's tour will highlight Johnson's Orchard and Peaks of Otter Winery, a 5th generation family farm established in 1918 and celebrating 90 years at this site. Anticipated activities on Tour Day include orchard and winery tours, viewing the major soil and water conservation practices the farm has established to protect our environment, a demonstration of an antique cider press, farm equipment and livestock; a demonstration hive of honeybees; and Bedford Area Master Gardeners on hand to answer lawn and landscape questions. Additionally, groups scheduled to be with us with information and displays include the Peaks of Otter Soil and Water Conservation District, the Society of St. Andrew, Hunters for the Hungry, The Lynchburg Bird Club, and Bedford 4-H. You will enjoy food samples and informative demonstrations. You are invited to bring a picnic lunch and camera, but please leave your pets at home. Lunch and locally produced foods will be available for purchase. - Johnson's Orchard and Peaks of Otter Winery. From Bedford, take Rt. 460 West for about 1/2 mile. Turn right on Rt. 680 (Patterson Mill Rd.). Follow road for about 4-1/2 miles, Rt. 680 bears right and becomes Sheep Creek Rd., continue on Rt. 680 for about 1 mile, farm on left. - Free - 540-586-7675 - offices.ext.vt.edu/bedford

These events and more can be found in our event calendar.

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