Returning visitors to the shop are virtually guaranteed to sample a fresh collection or two of American handcrafts. And your children will enjoy the miniature depictions of our craftsmen studios viewable at their eye-level in a 19th century grain counter.	In June 1976, the Zasadils brought their honed craft of specialty wood-working to Long Grove, Illinois.  Within their circle of friends, were other craftsmen who soon looked to them as a way to also present their pieces in the town of Long Grove and the greater, Chicago area.  Now, 27 plus years past, The Arkwright and His Friends, have exhibited fine quality, American handcrafts from over hundreds of other craftsmen.  Delighting the shoppers of Long Grove, are pieces from jewelers, potters, glass artists, toy makers and scrimshanders - to name a few.
Arkwright and His Friends exhibit one of the most extensive collections of handcrafted jewelry in northern Illinois.  Those interested in browsing and acquiring one-of-a-kind or limited production pieces will not be disappointed by the inventory of sterling, brass, vermeil, pewter, gold-filled, ceramic, porcelain, crystal, glass and semi-precious stones.	Adding to these treasures, is our exclusive distribution relationship for the vibrant "Lunch at the Ritz" collection.  Other nationally known jewelers you will find in our shop include: Holly Yashi Mark Ehrmann Allen Owen Charles Albert
Come join our long list of friends who, since 1980 have traveled exclusively to our store in Long Grove for the latest editions of the popular Byers Choice collection. Many retired pieces can be viewed as well.
	The makers of the witty and the wonderful have definitely left a trail through the aisles of the shop called  The Arkwright and His Friends. We hope your travels will soon find you wandering down their well dressed paths.
Winter Hours: January-February Monday - Friday 11:00 - 4:00 PM Saturday & Sunday 11:00 - 5:00 PM Summer Hours: March - December Monday - Saturday 10:30 - 5:00 PM Sunday 11:00 - 5:00 PM	Our friends have found us for the past 15 years under the direct shadow of the trademark covered bridge.   444 Robert Parker Coffin Road Long Grove, IL  60047 phone (847) 634-3130 e-mail: thearkrite@aol.com