About us

A brief history of the Co-Op

 

The Co-op was created in 1992 by three Lake Placid artists: Carol Mills, Harriet Porter, and Suellen Robinson, as a place for local artisans to display and sell their unique creations to others besides their families and friends.

The Co-op is a membership-driven 501c-3 non-profit organization that has grown to over 100 members. Our members and volunteers are the heart of our organization! Without them we would not exist. We are always on the look-out to expand our membership roster! Check us out today.

 

 

We have something for everyone! Bring your friends and spend a delighful time exploring our 10,000 square foot gallery. We have exquisite arts and crafts, collectible folk art and country crafts including furniture. Find dolls, baskets, toys, unique clothing, wreaths and accessories for every room, taste, and celebration.

We are open Monday through Saturday from
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 
and Sundays from 1:00 to 4:00 during "season"
Also, if you'd rather learn than shop, check out our classes so you can find and develop YOUR talent. - YES, you DO have talent!

 

CAN I PURCHASE CO-OP ITEMS ONLINE?

     Because our merchandise is hand-crafted and almost all items are one-of-a-kind, you will need to visit us in person to buy your treasures. Our members will be happy to assist you in finding the perfect article in our ever changing collections.
 

 ANNUAL DINNER AND ELECTIONS    

          The Caladium Arts and Crafts Cooperative held its election of new officers and board members at its Quarterly Dinner/Business meeting April 28th, 2011. 

Officers for 2011-2012 are: 
President, Beverly Fyffe; President Elect, Mike Yeager; Secretary, Patsy Peters; Treasurer, Maggie Bliss; VP of Advertising, Sandra Smith; Calendar VP,  Ruby Dutton; VP of Classes, John Henry; Historian VP, Joanne Abel / Donna Spaniola; Decorating VP, Judy Nicewicz;  and the VP of Special Events, Joyce DeSmet. 

Board Members for 2011/2012 are:

Jean Gragert, George Smith, Burke Even, Ann Rissmiller, Pat Keesling, Peggy Taylor, and Jeanne Kirkham. 
Our Founders, Carol Mills, Harriet Porter and Suellen Robinson are permanent Board Members      
                              

Pictured front row L-R:  Patsy Peters, Secretary; Judy Nicewicz, Decorating VP; Beverly Fyffe, President; Ruby Dutton, Calendar VP; Joanne Abel, co-Historian VP.
Back row L-R: John Henry, VP of Classes; Joyce DeSmet, VP of Special Events; Sandra Smith, VP of Advertising; -----not pictured--Mike Yeager, President Elect; Donna Spaniola, co-Historian VP; and Maggie Bliss, Treasurer.