Town: Hortonville
Artist: Kim Flynn
About: Gardner & Co General Store in Hortonville, New York, is a charming and historic establishment that has been a staple of the community for generations. Offering a wide range of goods, from groceries to unique local products, the store is a beloved gathering place for residents and visitors alike. As part of the Dove Trail, the store is also home to the “Gardner & Co General Store dove,” symbolizing the rich history and enduring community spirit of Hortonville.
Address: 131 County Route 121
Hortonville, NY 12745
Location: Gardner & Co General Store
Gardner & Co General Store, located in the heart of Hortonville, New York, is a historic and beloved establishment that has served the local community for many years. The store exudes a nostalgic charm, reminiscent of a bygone era when general stores were the social and economic hubs of small towns. Inside, you’ll find a diverse selection of goods, ranging from everyday essentials like groceries and household items to unique, locally-made products and artisanal crafts that reflect the character of the region.
The store is more than just a place to shop; it’s a gathering spot where locals catch up on news, share stories, and build connections. Whether you’re a resident or a visitor passing through, the warm and welcoming atmosphere of Gardner & Co General Store invites you to step back in time and experience the slow, friendly pace of small-town life.
Adding to the store’s charm is its participation in the Dove Trail, a public art project celebrating the area’s cultural heritage. The store is home to the “Gardner & Co General Store dove,” an artistic representation that symbolizes the store’s enduring presence and the community’s appreciation for its role in preserving the history and spirit of Hortonville.
Website: https://gardnerandcogeneralstore.com/
Artist: Kim Flynn
Kim Lee Flynn was born in a tiny, rural town in upstate New Yorkʼs Otsego County. She is the middle of 5 children and left-handed. Making art has been an ever present companion in Kimʼs life. Her mother and her father are artists, and all of her sisters and brother practice various forms of creation. Growing up in such a large, artistic family helped Kim learn from an early age that she could improve her world and make anything she needed by using her creativity and only the materials she had on hand. Although Kim did receive a degree in Commercial Art, she is largely self-taught and has lived, worked & raised three talented children in Sullivan County for over 40 years. Kimʼs work is held in both public and private collections. She has been featured on several garden tours. Her work was selected to be a part of the Woodstock/New Paltz Art & Craft Fair. Her designs have been used for the past 15 years on the t-shirt for the Sullivan Striders Falling Colors roadrace; one of which won an Honorable Mention in Runnerʼs World Magazine. As an artist, Kim Lee Flynn is able to express her unique creative vision with great quality, through various media, in order to make the world a more interesting and beautiful place.
- Places to Stay
- Happy Days Campground (454 Horseshoe Lake Rd. Swan Lake, NY 12783)
- Horse & Hounds Bed and Breakfast (385 Hurd Rd. Bethel, NY 12720)
- Bradstan Country Hotel (1561 NY-17B, White Lake, NY 12786)
- Places to Eat
- Hectors Inn (14 Dr. Duggan Road Bethel, NY 12720)
- Catskill Distilling Company/ Dancing Cat Saloon (2037 State Rte. 17B Bethel, NY 12720)
- Benji & Jakes (5 Horseshoe Lake Rd, Kauneonga Lake, NY 12749)
- Big Kev’s (350 Royce Rd, Swan Lake, NY 12783)
- The Local Table and Tap (3 Horseshoe Lake Rd, Kauneonga Lake, NY 12749)
- Barrio Kitchen (1 Horseshoe Lake Rd, White Lake, NY 12786)
- Places to Explore
- Yasgur Road Productions (34 Yasgur Rd. Bethel, NY 12720)
- Rosehaven Alpacas Boutique & Mill (2720 State Rte. 17B Bethel, NY 12720)
- Stray Cat Gallery (2023 Rte. 17B Bethel, NY 12720)
- Lake Superior State Park (342 Dr. Duggan Rd. Bethel, NY 12720)
- The Museum at Bethel Woods (200 Hurd Rd. Bethel, NY 12720)
- Rolling Stone Ranch (282 West Shore Rd. Bethel, NY 12720)
- Bethel Woods Center for the Arts (200 Hurd Road, Bethel, NY 12720)
Dove photos by Gary Paperman