Little Loomhouse

The Little Loomhouse is a gem in Louisville. It has a ton of history, but you wouldn't know it is where it is unless you were looking for it. It's actually three cottages, but the programming The Loomhouse does goes far beyond that. They're an integral part of the local art and history community. Plus it's freaking fun to sit at a loom and make a mug rug! Big fan. Visit if you can.

This place is so cute!!! The historical tour is really informative but the super rad part is definitely using the loom machine. You get to loom your own coaster!

The Little Loomhouse is a hidden treasure in Louisville. One of my favorite places to visit and take out of town guests, I've made it one of my holiday shopping spots for the last few years. They also offer fun, fiber classes at very reasonable prices. If I didn't want them to get a little more traffic, I'd almost keep it to myself. The Little Loomhouse has an incredible history (check out their FB page and website for more info). The three cabins sit up on a scenic hill near Iroquois Park. Run by volunteers, there's a small but fantastic gift shop with handwoven items (many made on-site), all sorts of small gifts, and weaving tools and accessories. They also bring together a bevy of artists for their annual, holiday open house in early Nov. It's the perfect time to get handcrafted items made locally.Fall at the Little Loomhouse is my favorite time. The trees that surround the property are every shade of red, yellow, and orange. The cabins are homey and remind you of an earlier time in Kentucky history. It's magical, you just have to see for yourself.

The Little Loomhouse is a beautiful and fun place to visit with a fascinating history! I've enjoyed several workshops, art openings, lectures, and festivals here. Great for kids and adults! (Lots of opportunities to volunteer too!)

I have zero interest in learning to weave and pretty minimal interest in the weaving/sewing/fabric type arts overall. Doesn't matter here.The Little Loomhouse is fascinating and well worth a visit for both kids and adults. The inexpensive volunteer guided tour ($5 or so IIRC) introduces you to the history of the buildings and location, history of the equipment used for spinning and weaving, the political and social importance of those who spent time here, and shows lovely examples of the weaving art which even a non-weaver can appreciate the skill and carefulness that goes into it. There is also a selection of handmade goods to purchase at reasonable prices which would make for unique gifts.Well preserved buildings of that era with the deep fireplaces, stone foundations and such are interesting in and of themselves to me at least. Memorabilia tells a tale of everything from "Happy Birthday to You" to linens for the White House. It is a neat sensory experience to touch different types of wool and yarn and see how its processed. If someone is interested in learning to weave, there are classes at various price points and levels of commitment. You can make a woven coaster or a full scarf for example. Come on over to the South End and check it out.

This is a favorite place For my girls. I've also taken Girl Scout troops and they're always enthusiastic. This is like stepping back in time and learning how to weave. I treasure my potholders they've made over the years. A Louisville treasure.