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Gallery 220
Gallery 220 is one of the most energetic artist co-ops on the gulf coast. Stop by and meet owners Jenise McCardell and husband Mark Currier and find out why this Old Town gallery is an epicenter of creative energy.
Gallery 220 is a co-operative gallery that features the work of local artists. Located just a few blocks from the beach, the gallery is housed in one of the few examples of art deco architecture in Old Town Bay St. Louis. While filled with amazing artwork by award-winning artists, you will not have the stereotypical “art gallery” experience when walking through the doors here. Twenty-three local artists belong to this cooperative gallery and split up the work schedule. That means when you walk through the door you will be greeted by artists who feel passionate about their work and will happily share both knowledge and enthusiasm while staffing the gallery. The gallery features paintings, drawings, sculptures, jewelry, t-shirts, pottery, photography and so much more. Some artists even bring their latest works in progress with them, so between helping customers, they are drawing, painting or sketching. Everyone feels welcomed and instantly at ease at Gallery 220. It is the type of place where art and real life blissfully meet, where customers stay long after their purchase to enjoy in the energy and good vibes. Make sure you stop by this "Hot Spot" as it has become a town anchor. The Gallery will be serving "Frida" food, so stop by and snack while you shop or talk to artists about their work. Galley 220 is open seven days a week, Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday Noon-5pm. 
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Identity Vintage131 Main Street, Suite A
Bay St. Louis, MS 39520 806.392.3130 
Vintage, retro, reworked, imported: apparel, jewelry, accessories, décor
Whole generations have missed it. The joy of buying a record album, taking it home to spin on the turntable and then spending hours listening, while absorbing every image and credit on the cover. Identity Vintage on Main Street is going to change that. The Bay St. Louis diva of the Vinyl Revival, owner Suzi Walters is now stocking nearly 1000 albums in Identity Vintage. Some are highly collectible – and all in pristine condition. The local trend follows the national one. Older music buffs are enthusiastically embracing the return to vinyl, while the younger set is beginning to understand the sound quality they’ve been missing in digital – and the artful packaging that can’t be duplicated in tiny, plastic CD cases. The record section is only part of Identity Vintage’s new expansion, which includes the addition of a new jewelry line and décor items created from mid-century fabrics, both created by Walters herself. Yet, the fine quality vintage clothing, accessories and hats that have built the shop’s regional reputation over the past 15 years will remain a mainstay. “I’ll always be attached to my first love, vintage clothing,” says Suzi. Yet her goal is for Identity Vintage to be a full-fledged, independent record store by the end of next year, with thousands of albums in stock. Many of the albums are first pressings of recordings over half a century old. The back wall of the store currently showcases albums by the Beatles, Bob Dylan and early Bruce Springsteen. Each record has been professionally cleaned, re-sleeved and in the case of the rarer ones, play-tested. The records were produced using the analog method, so the music sounds live and has a much warmer tone,” Walters says. Meanwhile, Suzi’s new jewelry line, called “Beni” – French for ‘blessing’ – are keeping her creative side busy. Each piece is individually designed and crafted using charms, crystals, and religious medals she’s collected over her career. The average Beni bracelet consists of 30 – 60 individual pieces assembled by hand. A basic bracelet is $35 - $40 in stainless, more for precious metals. “When I do a custom piece,” says Suzi, “I want the customer’s breath to be taken away when they see the finished product.” She grins. “Usually, they are.” But while Suzi is exploring new ventures in retailing collectibles, one thing won’t change. Identity Vintage’s location. “I’ve been in business in Old Town since 2000,” she says. “I was here before Katrina and I’m still here. I’m proud to be in Bay St. Louis. I can’t imagine being in a better place.” 
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OLD TOWN Trolley Service iS FREE
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Old Town's Historic Tour
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The Bay's Walking/Biking Historic Tour is proof in print that history doesn't have to be boring!
And now it's available in a nifty PDF version, so it can go with you on your phone! Click to open it up and get going right now! Look for an updated print version available free at various merchant locations throughout Old Town in the coming weeks! |
National Recognition
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In the June 2017 issue of Vogue Magazine, Bay St. Louis is featured in the article "A Summer Road Trip Along the Mississippi Gulf Coast". Share it with friends and business associates. To read the article in Vogue Magazine, click here!
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In March of 2017, Bay St. Louis was featured as one of Thrillist 13 Amazing American Beach Towns you can actually afford to live in. Explore Old Town and find out why!
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U.S. Solo Travel Destinations for women...
In March of 2017, Glamour Magazine named Bay St. Louis as one of eight cool, unexpected American destinations for women to consider for a solo travel destination. So start bragging!
Share it with friends and business associates. To read the article in Glamour Magazine, click here!
Share it with friends and business associates. To read the article in Glamour Magazine, click here!
BSL Makes "Best Of!"RECENTLY, BAY ST. LOUIS WAS ONE OF ONLY TWELVE MISSISSIPPI LOCATIONS TO BE SELECTED FOR THE "OFFICIAL BEST OF MISSISSIPPI" FEATURE. NOMINEES UNDERWENT A RIGOROUS SELECTION PROCESS. SEE WHY WE WERE CHOSEN "BEST PLEASURE SEEKER'S PARADISE" BELOW!
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The Second Saturday Artwalk is sponsored by Hancock Bank, People's Bank and The First Bank with support from the Seacoast Echo.
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