Hometown Girls Opens in Former Masonic Lodge
By Gage Wilson
Flor Glasgow News 1
An old Masonic Lodge in Park City has a new tenant: Hometown Girls, an artisan shop co-owned by longtime residents Tameron Shaw and City Commissioner Bonita Martin. The shop features an eclectic collection of artwork and handmade goods from various artists and craftspeople.
Shaw, drawing from her 20 years in Louisville, established a model that challenges the traditional retail commission structure. Instead of taking a hefty cut, Hometown Girls charges artists solely for the space they use, allowing them to keep 100% of their sales.
“This way, they sell all their artwork and only pay for the space they occupy,” explained Shaw. The unique approach has attracted a diverse group of local artisans, including a potter, painter, woodworker, and silversmith.
Visitors to the shop can find a range of products, from handmade soaps to flowers preserved in resin and corn husk dolls. In addition to the artisan goods, Hometown Girls plans to serve coffee in the near future.
The significance of the location is personal for Martin, especially as the former lodge is next to Chris Martin Way, named in memory of her son, who passed away in 2000. Both Martin and Shaw have deep roots in Park City, contributing to the fitting name of their business.
An official ribbon-cutting ceremony is on the horizon, though a date has yet to be confirmed.
Key Facts:
- Co-owners: Tameron Shaw and Bonita Martin
- Location: Former Masonic Lodge in Park City
- Artists keep 100% of their sales proceeds; only pay for display space
- Products include handmade soaps, resin flowers, corn husk dolls, and more
- Close to Chris Martin Way, honoring Martin’s late son
What’s Next:
Hometown Girls plans to offer coffee soon, with a ribbon-cutting event in the works.
