Marathon Shopping Guide
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Baxter Gallery Featuring some of the best fine art in the Big Bend, the Baxter Gallery is located in the old Shoemaker hardware building, two blocks east of the Gage Hotel. It has a big Jack Rabbit painted on the front. Specialties are landscapes of the Big Bend National Park and surrounding areas as well as sculptures of critters. The gallery is open most weekends and lots of week days; call ahead to know for sure. www.baxtergallery.com |
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Chisos Gallery Chisos Gallery, located in the old French's Mercantile building (circa 1920), features regional landscapes by Texas artists, brindle cow hides, Mexican ranch antiques and colorful Imports. The Galley also serves as the rental office for Captain Shepard's Inn and Adobe Hacienda Lodges. Website: www.chisosgallery.com |
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James Evans James Evans has been photographing the people and landscapes of the Big Bend and across its border since 1988. He opened Evans Gallery in 1990, and has become the longest resident photographer and gallery owner in Big Bend. His book, “Big Bend Pictures”, is in its second printing and a best seller with the UT Press. Evans Gallery is located in Marathon, Texas, 4 doors down from the Gage Hotel. His work is in collections at The Museum of Fine Art , Houston, The Harry Ransom Center, Austin, The El Paso Museum, The Beaumont Museum of Art, The Longview Museum of Fine Art, The Art Museum of South Texas (Corpus Christi), The Southwest Texas Writers and Photography Collection as well as many private collections. website: www.jameshevans.com |
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Flowers by Kate Floral arrangements for weddings and other special occasions. Website: www.evesgarden.org click on flowers by Kate |
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French Company Grocer That old General Store feel, that has a little bit of everything. First established in 1900 as the first general store in Marathon, the name has been revived. Reflecting the diverse culture of the town and visitors, the store seeks to provide the needs of all: Fresh produce, meats and fish, staple foods, traditional local foods, tobacco, Natural foods, domestic and imported beers/wines, champagne, hot coffee, hardware, first-aid, bicycle repair, picnic supplies, “to-go” sandwiches, hiking gear, health/beauty products. A covered eating area accompanies internet access. It is the place where all paths cross. We can pre-order for your specific needs and have it waiting for you! Just call about 2 weeks in advance of your trip. The French Co. Grocer |
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Front Street Books Full-service book dealer with strong regional emphasis, personally selected bestsellers, classics & general interest books for all ages. We ship everywhere. 105 Hwy 90 West. website: www.fsbooks.com |
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Klepper Gallery 107a West US Highway 90 |
Pearl Street & Kentucky Ave. A chihuahuan Desert Garden; Bill & Joan Carlisle |
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Shaman Springs Gallery Shaman Springs Gallery at 103 E. Hwy. 90 features Latin American home decor as well as sculpture and design works of Lloyd and Lauren Goldwire. Website: www.shamansprings.com |
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Sonworks Gallery Sonworks Gallery is a work of art. Desert graffiti surrounds a three story pagoda-style building situated on the east side of Marathon. The building not only encompasses the works of Wes Spears, but also houses the Big Hair Shop, owned and operated by his sister Linda. website: www.sonworksgallery.com |