Welcome to Kerby, a historic town situated along the wild Illinois River and surrounded by the forested splendor of the Siskiyou Mountains. The town of Kerby was the Josephine County seat in the mid-to-late 19th century, and the center of commerce in the heyday of the region's gold mining past.

Today Kerby serves as a hub of creative energy, filled with artists and artisans who are inspired by the area's natural beauty, wealth of resources, and unique botanical and geological character. There is something homegrown or handcrafted behind nearly every door in Kerby. You will find beautiful handmade fine jewelry, custom cut semi-precious stones, organically grown produce, and unique finely crafted furniture and carvings from local and exotic woods.

The art gallery of the Southern Oregon Guild showcases the work of over 40 local and regional artists. Its constantly changing collection of functional and fine arts ranges from a delightful variety of wall art and ceramics to pine needle baskets, woodwork, art glass, and wearable fiber art.