Artist Market in Kisumu

This market is where artists bring their handmade goods to sell in Kisumu. They make woven baskets and hand-sewn clothes. Soapstone, a beautiful rock found in the town of Kisii (pronounced Kissy), is dug out of the ground and carved by artists. They make statues, bowls, ashtrays, soap dishes, chess sets and many other things with the stone.

Many people from other countries buy gifts at this market to take back to their family and friends.