Lovely remodel/restoration old bakery- with original stonebrick, huge, oven!
Large selection of local artists' wares, souvenirs. Tourist informațion.
Upstairs: historical gallery and museum pieces. Also art gallery with rotating exhibit
Handicap entrance. Elevator. Clean public restrooms and water fountain.
Cool place with various items and art in a historic building.
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Saturday was the only day I had to get those little items for everybody when you're travelling plus a few post cards (I know, who mails post cards any more? Apparently, I do).
There was a parade in downtown Austin on 6th, I think, and a block on either side was also blocked off. So all of the parking up from the parade (and not being a local, I didn't know how to get around it), was full. I drove up and around and found a truck pulling out of a shady spot (wow!) and took that. I was getting ready to walk to the nearest spot where I could get local touristy stuff when I looked in front of me. There she was, the Old Bakery and Emporium and there was something that said 'local artisans'.
I went inside and they had everything! I could have purchased one of the amazing quilts, or some of the earrings. I was hard-pressed not to purchase one of the beautiful mugs or a hand-made handbag. Pricing was reasonable in my opinion.
I walked around and enjoyed the stories of the bakery and some lovely antique pieces (including the oven).
After much thought I walked away with a wall hanging and two fridge magnets, all mosaic made with stained glass by a local artist. Such quality work! And, of course, postcards.
Next time I'm in Austin I will definitely return and highly suggest you check it out if you have a chance to!
This spot has so much to offer! Part gallery, if you are looking for unique artwork from local artists, this is probably the best place in Austin. Part museum, there is a lot of information regarding Austin and the family that owned the bakery. And part visitors center, if you are a tourist and unsure of where to go or what to do, the staff will provide a map and fantastic recommendations to help you enjoy all that downtown Austin has to offer. The people I spoke with were extremely helpful and were more than happy to help! Right by the Capitol building and totally worth the visit!
This place is popular with tourists since it across the street from the State capitol. It supports local artists with handcrafted merchandise and an upstairs art gallery. It has been recently remodeled and is beautiful.
I make handmade jewelry and they made it easy for me to sell a number of items and see the other local handmade art work. The only problem I had was that of any shop and that was from petty theft. Earrings are easy to steal.
Very informative place with great history about Austin. Wonderful exhibit of photos at the time and a nice assortment of items to purchase. Will with the time to stop and visit.
Volunteer-staffed and uniquely Texan, the Old Bakery is a hot spot for tourists and jaded Austinites alike. I liked the original artwork donning the ways and the variety of locally created crafts. I liked the recycled paper table top Christmas trees for sale.
One of the symbols of Texas. Now you can buy some nice souvenirs there and it's especially interesting for the tourists. I'm proud that we have it in our city!
Interesting history about its former usage
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