Come Discover the Roycroft Campus
he Roycroft Campus in East Aurora, NY is the best preserved and most complete complex of buildings remaining in the United States of the "guilds" that evolved as centers of craftsmanship and philosophy during the late 19th century. Author, lecturer, and entrepreneur Elbert Hubbard began to develop the Roycroft Campus in 1897. It was one of several utopian societies that formed during the Arts and Crafts movement in response to the shoddy, mass-produced goods of the Industrial Age. The campus would become a Mecca for master craftsmen and a gathering place for notable artists, authors, philosophers, social reformers, and power brokers.
The Campus, designated a National Historic Landmark district (NHL) in 1986, contains 9 of the original 14 structures including the Inn, the Chapel, the Print Shop, the Furniture Shop, and the Copper Shop. So come visit and discover the rebirth of the Roycroft Campus as if Elbert Hubbard and the Roycrofters never left.
Guided Walking Tours
Educational Guided Tours are rich with facts and fascinating stories about the past, present and future of this authentic Arts and Crafts community. Regularly scheduled Guided walking tours of the campus are available June through October every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday at 12:30pm and 2:30pm. The cost is $10 per person and reservations are highly recommended. Please call 716-655-0261 to reserve your spot today.
Please click these links for more information regarding Custom and Group Tours, School Tours, and a listing of Upcoming Events.
Artisan Classes and Demonstrations
Enjoy the interactive experiences offered by Roycroft Renaissance Artisans in a variety of artistic mediums, including working with metals and stain glass, jewelry making, screen printing, bookmaking, letter press printing, hand illumination, block printing and more. Click for a list of upcoming Artisan Classes.
Unique Handcrafted Artworks
Explore the Copper Shop Gallery, owned and operated by the RCC. Discover unique handcrafted artworks and gift items created by over 60 local and national artists with the same care and quality of Elbert Hubbard's time. Also located on Campus is The Furniture Shop that houses Roycroft Antiques, Norberg's Art & Frame Shop and Roycroft Pottery
Extended Stay
If you are interested in a long weekend, stay on the campus at the beautifully restored Roycroft Inn and visit Other Points of Interest in the area and region.
The Roycroft Campus
31 South Grove Street • East Aurora, New York 14052The Copper Shop Gallery
Open 7 days a week from 10 am to 5 pm.The shop is closed New Year's Day, Easter, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas day.
Phone: (716) 655-0261 • Fax: (716) 655-8498
