The Cooktown Creative Arts Association Shop is located in the Old Cooktown Railway Station building in Charlotte Street - opposite West Coast Hotel.
Located in the Old Cooktown Railway Station opposite the West Coast Hotel, 97 Charlotte Street, the Cooktown Creative Arts Association Shop is a show case for local artists and craft people.
In 1991 a new arts and craft group was formed in Cooktown. The Cooktown Creative Arts Association - C.C.A.A. held its first meeting on 13th February, 1991.
The number of members quickly rose and by the years end was close to 80. Many workshops and classes were held and well attended. Without a central building to operate from, classes were held throught the town.
In February 1999, the group took on an Artspace of the lower ground floor of the Kindergarten. Located in the old Railway Station in Charlotte Street when the Kindy moved to another location the building was leased from the Cook Shire Council. In September 2001 the new CCAA Art and Craft Shop opened its doors for the first time. We had a home at last!
The shop is manned by the artists and volunteers and the Artspace is still used for workshops.
Today the CCAA members have their original art and craft for sale in the shop. This provides local artists with a source of income, as well as a wonderful venue to showcase their talents.
We have displays of wood work, furniture, paintings, jewellery, stained glass, quilts, cane baskets, silk paintings, T-shirts, post cards, etched glasses and photography.
The friendly staff welcomes customers to browse through the shop and enjoy the wide range of art and craft produced by the talented local artists.
Phone 07 4069 5794 to enquire about our arts and crafts for sale!
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