ARTISAN STORE OPENING Artisan Nonprofit Organization Opens New Location
Reported by: Tiersa Davis
Web Producer: Bethany Simmons
Reported: Oct. 31, 2012 3:22 PM EDT
Updated: Oct. 31, 2012 4:24 PM EDT
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Huntington
, Cabell County
, West Virginia
A new outlet for West Virginia artists to sell their products is available in Huntington.
MiAppa, which stands for Made In Appalachia, hosted a grand opening for its newest location on Wednesday. The nonprofit organization sells various products that are made by local artisans.
The store wanted to promote area artists and give them a way to support their craft.
"A lot of people can't get a job, but this helps them tap into something they love to do. This helps them in their business," said Beth Darlas, who is a supervisor with MiAppa.
The newest location is in the Frederick Building in Huntington.
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Tiersa Davis
