The Meadows Gallery & Studios is looking forward to hosting you and your group. If you’re traveling to Ely to spend time in nature, to get off the beaten path, to give your mind and body a break from your routine - The Meadows could be a unique addition to your itinerary. We offer Creative Gatherings for formed groups or drop-in events for all.

A different kind of group experience.

At The Meadows, gatherings are simple, welcoming, and special.

You don’t need to be an artist and you don’t need a plan.

You just arrive, settle in, and start making something together.

What this can look like.

A wedding party crafting handmade, thoughtful decorations - each piece carrying a little bit of everyone’s hands in it.

A group of travelers creating collages and keepsakes, documenting the feeling of being together in a place like Ely.

Friends gathered around a table, cutting paper and sipping coffee - when, without forcing it, the conversation drifts into something deeper.
At a recent Garland Club, what started as tulip garlands turned into a thoughtful conversation about world religions. It was unexpected and kind of beautiful.

That’s the thing about making something with your hands -
it opens the door.

What to expect:

Gatherings are:

Guided, but relaxed
Structured, but flexible
Creative, but approachable

All materials are provided.

There are snacks, drinks, and space to settle in.

You can talk the whole time.
Or not.

There’s no pressure to perform - just an invitation to participate.

Who this is for:

Groups come in all shapes:

Friends on a weekend away
Wedding or bachelorette groups looking for something meaningful (and a little different)
Couples or mixed groups traveling together
Families spanning generations
Even solo visitors who want a place to land for a couple of hours

If you’re looking for something that feels:

a little slower
a little more intentional
a little more memorable

this tends to fit.

A small but meaningful addition.

You won’t spend your whole trip here.

But, it could be one of the moments people remember most.

Something you made.
Something you talked about.
Something that surprised you.

Explore Gatherings at The Meadows

Final thought -

You don’t need to fill every hour of a trip to make it meaningful.

Sometimes, all it takes is a table, a few materials, and the right kind of space.

We’d love to share that with you.

Add This to Your Ely Weekend | Creative Gatherings at The Meadows