I’ll be honest with you: when I first heard about an art village tucked inside a botanical garden in Toledo, Ohio, I thought it might be one of those overhyped tourist traps.
But after spending an afternoon wandering through the Artist Village at Toledo Botanical Garden, located at 5403 Elmer Dr, Toledo, OH 43615, I realized this place is the real deal.
Picture this: charming studio spaces where local artists create everything from hand-blown glass to handcrafted pottery, all nestled among walking paths and flower gardens. You can watch artisans work their magic, shop for one-of-a-kind treasures, and then take a peaceful stroll through nature…