Art Round Town galleries
Other Local Galleries
Cafe-Galleries
Art Round Town galleries
Art Round Town is an association of nine downtown Portsmouth galleries. Map of downtown galleries is available. Art Round Town galleries include:
- Family Tree Fine Art & Furnishings overlooks Portsmouth's historic harbor and features fine art by prominent award winning New England painters and sculptors as well as fine furniture and jewelry created by family members. Family Tree is a member of Art Around Town, a Portsmouth downtown gallery walk held the second Friday of each month. 23 Ceres Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801, 603-427-0700, epdangelo@aol.com.
- The Fran Mallon Art Gallery features the watercolors and oils of Fran Mallon and occasional guest artists. Fran specializes in local scenery and streetscapes. 42 Middle Street, Portsmouth. Open 9 to 5, Monday to Friday. (603) 436-6568 franmallon@comcast.net http://www.buttonfactorystudios.com/mallon.htm
- Kennedy Studios Gallery and Framing offers the art of design by a formally trained staff of artisans. The gallery houses an exquisite collection of fine art, limited edition prints, and over 3,000 moulding selections to complement art and home. Let us educate you in conservation framing and exposure to a truly unique experience. 41 Market St. Portsmouth, NH, 03801, 603-436-7007, clement@conversent.net.
- Nahcotta features rotating exhibitions of contemporary art with an emphasis on painting. Work ranges from representational to abstract by some of the region's finest emerging and mid-career artists. The design of our space allows for large-scale, monumental wall-size pieces to be exhibited alongside smaller, more intimate work. 110 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801, 603-433-1705, gallery@nahcotta.com, www.nahcotta.com.
- NJM Gallery features the finest glass art from over 100 United States-based known and emerging artists - vases, paperweights, perfume bottles and more. NJM is located at 8 Bow St. in the heart of the historic district and online at www.njmgallery.com, info@njmgallery.com, 603-433-4120.
- N.W. Barrett Gallery was established in 1985 to show quality handmade crafts. Several hundred artists are represented in various mediums, including fine gems and high karat gold. The 'Upstairs Gallery' features original fine art, specializing in marine related paintings. 53 Market Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801, 603-431-4262, www.nwbarrett.com.
- Three Graces (formerly Pierce Gallery) is located at 105 Market Street, in historic downtown Portsmouth overlooking the water. The gallery provides an intimate setting for both traditional and contemporary works of art by
regional artists. Three Graces exhibits work by several artists on an ongoing basis in addition to changing monthly exhibitions. Three Graces, 603-436-1988, kimf236@yahoo.com.
Other local galleries
The Coolidge Center for the Arts sponsors five exhibitions of contemporary regional art every summer and ten studio art courses each autumn and winter. Contact: Mark Sammons, Executive Director, Wentworth-Coolidge Mansion, 375 Little Harbor Rd., Portsmouth, NH, 03801, 603-436-6607, wcc@wcmansion.org, www.nhparks.state.nh.us.
Haley Farm Gallery is an art gallery that was established in Jan. 2005 and presents works by local, national and international artists, as well as art gifts from around the world. It also serves as a Meeting Place. Contact: Jackie Abramian, 207-439-2669 haleygallery@comcast.net http://www.haleygallery.com.
Tulips opened in 1982 as the first craft gallery in Portsmouth representing local artists and craftspeople. Our suppliers, many of whom have been with us for over 20 years, continue to provide our loyal customers both local and national with their very special creations in every media. Dolores Lintz, 25 Market Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801, 603-431-9445, tulipsportsmouth@aol.com. Studio 139 Frame Shop was established in 1979 by Stew Berman who remains current owner and operator. The Shop's emphasis is offering museum quality picture framing, along with artist guidance and personalized service. The gallery features local art. 159 Deer Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801, 603-431-5995.
The Voice of Clay is an expressive clay company, committed to encouraging conscious living. The nature and energy of clay have inspired the creation of our pots. We offer functional pieces using vibrant glazes evocative of water, air, and a seaside palette. Pottery classes are available to adults and children. Wendy Walter, 44 Cliff Road, Portsmouth, NH, 03801, 603-559-9775, www.voiceofclay.com, info@voiceofclay.com, wwalter@gis.net.
Cafe-galleries
The Stockpot, 53 Bow Street, downtown
Breaking New Grounds, 14 Market Square, downtown
The Den, 10 Commercial Street, downtown
The Bagel Works, 9 Congress Street, downtown
Cafe Kilim, 79 Daniel Street, downtown |
