Explore the Art Shoppe at Conklin Davis

If you're looking for handcrafted gifts that make a difference, the Art Shoppe at the Conklin Davis Center for the Visually Impaired is a destination worth discovering. Located in the heart of Daytona Beach, the Art Shoppe offers visitors a unique shopping experience where creativity, craftsmanship, and community come together. Every item tells a story, and every purchase directly supports programs that empower individuals who are blind or visually impaired.

Unlike traditional gift stores, the Art Shoppe is more than a place to shop—it's a place where art changes lives. From handcrafted pottery and original paintings to beautiful jewelry, greeting cards, seasonal décor, wine bags, and thoughtful hostess gifts, the Art Shoppe features one-of-a-kind pieces created with care and purpose. Whether you're shopping for birthdays, holidays, anniversaries, or simply treating yourself, you'll find meaningful treasures while supporting an important mission.

What Makes the Art Shoppe Special?

The Art Shoppe is unlike any ordinary gift shop because every purchase helps create opportunities for individuals living with vision loss. The shop proudly features artwork donated by the Conklin Davis Center's talented Artists-in-Residence, whose generosity helps raise funds for the Center's educational and rehabilitation programs.

When you shop at the Art Shoppe, you're not simply purchasing a beautiful piece of art or a thoughtful gift—you are making an investment in the lives of people within your community.

Discover Beautiful Handmade Creations

One of the highlights of visiting the Art Shoppe is the incredible variety of handcrafted items available throughout the store. Every visit offers something new, making it easy to find a gift that feels truly personal.

Visitors can browse a carefully curated collection that includes:

• Handcrafted pottery

• Original artwork

• Handmade jewelry

• Greeting cards

• Seasonal decorations

• Decorative home accessories

• Wine bags

• Phone bags

• Hostess gifts

• Unique handmade keepsakes

The Art Shoppe is the perfect destination for those who appreciate locally inspired artwork and artisan-made gifts.

Original Artwork That Inspires

Art lovers will especially enjoy exploring the impressive collection of original paintings available through the Art Shoppe. Outside the shop, visitors are welcomed by gallery walls featuring artwork that celebrates creativity and accessibility. The collection includes paintings in a wide range of artistic styles, including:

• Realism

• Contemporary art

• Abstract paintings

• Landscapes

• Nature-inspired works

• Mixed media creations

Whether you're decorating your home, furnishing an office, or searching for an unforgettable gift, the artwork featured through the Art Shoppe offers something for every taste and budget.

Creating an Inclusive Art Experience

Beyond the traditional gallery experience, visitors will find specially designed tactile artwork that can be explored through touch. These touchable paintings provide individuals who are blind or visually impaired with the opportunity to experience artistic expression in a meaningful and engaging way.

This inclusive approach reflects the values of the Conklin Davis Center, ensuring that art is accessible and enjoyable for everyone regardless of visual ability. The combination of tactile artwork for individuals with vision loss and traditional galleries for sighted visitors creates an experience that is both educational and inspiring.

Every Purchase Supports the Conklin Davis Center

1. The Conklin Davis Center for the Visually Impaired has served the community for decades through its mission of providing comprehensive services that create unlimited hope, opportunity, and independence for blind and visually impaired individuals.

   Funds generated through the Art Shoppe help support important programs including:

   • Independent living training

   • Vocational rehabilitation

   • Employment readiness

   • Assistive technology instruction

   • Children's services

   • Community outreach

   • Life skills development

   Each purchase helps the Center continue empowering more than 500 individuals each year to overcome the challenges of vision loss and achieve greater independence.

About the Conklin Davis Center

The Conklin Davis Center for the Visually Impaired has proudly served individuals with vision loss since 1988 through a mission focused on creating lifelong hope, opportunity, and independence.

Located in Daytona Beach, Florida, the Center is part of the only comprehensive Blind Services complex in the United States. Its expansive campus includes classrooms, residential facilities, technology labs, vocational training areas, gardens, workshops, and numerous community resources designed to support individuals of all ages living with visual impairments.

Each year, the Conklin Davis Center assist more than 500 individuals by providing rehabilitation services, employment support, children's programs, independent living instruction, and adaptive technology training. These life-changing services help participants develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed at home, in the workplace, and throughout their communities.

Why Visit the Art Shoppe?

There are many reasons to make the Art Shoppe part of your next visit to Daytona Beach.

Visitors enjoy:

• One-of-a-kind handmade gifts

• Beautiful original artwork

• Locally crafted jewelry and pottery

• Seasonal home décor

• Accessible art experiences

• Friendly community atmosphere

• The opportunity to support an important nonprofit organization

Whether you're shopping for yourself or someone special, every visit offers something meaningful.

Plan Your Visit

If you're searching for meaningful gifts that give back, plan a visit to the Art Shoppe at the Conklin Davis Center for the Visually Impaired.

Location:

405 White Street, Daytona Beach, Florida

Hours:

Wednesday

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Visitors are always welcome to browse the collection, meet the community behind the artwork, and discover how every purchase helps transform lives.

Shop with Purpose at the Art Shoppe

The Art Shoppe is much more than a retail space—it is a celebration of creativity, generosity, and community. Every handcrafted piece, original painting, and thoughtful gift represents an opportunity to support individuals who are blind or visually impaired while taking home something truly unique.

When you choose the Art Shoppe, you're supporting local artists, encouraging accessibility in the arts, and helping fund programs that create independence, confidence, and opportunity for hundreds of individuals each year. Visit the Art Shoppe at the Conklin Davis Center for the Visually Impaired and experience how art has the power to inspire, connect communities, and change lives—one purchase at a time.