Bull Thistle Art Studio & Gallery takes its name from the original indigenous word for the Binghamton area, O Chenang — meaning “the place of the [bull] thistle.” This connection grounds the gallery in the land and the long legacy of people who made their lives here, long before the existence of these United States.
Just like the thistle — tough, beautiful, and deeply rooted, our area has a rich history as a place of resilience, community, and creativity. Bull Thistle stands for all these things: for art that endures, enlivens, and sparks connection.
Our gallery brings together original paintings, vintage works, and handcrafted pieces that carry stories worth sharing. It’s also a working studio: a place where new projects take shape, where artists gather, and where anyone can step inside to experience or create art.
By supporting Bull Thistle, you’re helping nurture a creative ecosystem in the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes region — one that values craft, history, and imagination.