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Art Galleries and Venues

Port Townsend has the most unique and varied art galleries on the Olympic Peninsula. Our community is brimming with talent and creative energy and it shows in the work of its local artists. Here are galleries, and other dining and retail establishments that showcase local art regularly.

Plan on attending Gallery Walks, held the first Saturday of the month at participating galleries and venues throughout Port Townsend. Come out and enjoy the inspired creations and thought provoking pieces!

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Art Galleries

Ancestral Spirits Gallery - Gallery offering the finest in North American Native Arts specializing in contemporary artworks by indigenous people of North America. Pacific Northwest Cultures; Inuit - Canada's Arctic; Alaskan Eskimo Cultures; Dene - North West Territories. Stop by to see our beautiful gallery located in downtown Port Townsend.
701 Water Street, Port Townsend
360-385-0078

Artisans on Taylor - Rotating exhibitions of contemporary art and crafts around a core of fine jewelry for men and women. Specializing in commitment and wedding bands and bridal accessories.
236 Taylor Street, Port Townsend
360-379-1029
The Art Mine - Compelling works of fine art and craft made by artists of national and regional reputation, and an artist studio program to further the development and success of the visual arts and crafts in the Olympic Peninsula.
Located inside the Inn at Port Hadlock
310 Hadlock Bay Road, Port Hadlock
360-385-7030
Hours: Tues, Wed, Thurs and Sun 10am-6pm; Fri and Sat 10am-8pm; Closed Mon; Available off-hours by appointment.
Belltower Art - Art supplies, gallery shows, classes and workshops.
1046 Water St., Port Townsend
360-385-2929
Earthenworks Gallery - Unique interior and exterior sculpture and art.
This space is full of sculpture, fountains, glass works and exquisite art for the home. From their lines of fine wearable fashions to hand-crafted jewelry, you'll find something for everyone at this Port Townsend favorite.
702 Water Street, Port Townsend
360-385-0328
Elevated Ice Cream - Each month we showcase a local artist on the walls of Elevated Ice Cream Co. The talent of our community is astounding and we really enjoy sharing it with our customers!
627 & 631 Water Street, Port Townsend
360-385-1156
Forest Gems - Native Northwest woods, furnishings, gifts and carvings.
Welcome to Forest Gems Gallery. Forest Gems is owned and operated by Harvey and Susan Windle. Harvey has supported himself exclusively by designing and handcrafting fine woodworking at Seattle's Pike Place Market since 1976, routinely traveling down the coast to find unusual woods at their source. In 1996, we opened Forest Gems in Port Townsend, which offers both Harvey's work and the work of Northwest artists we have met along the way, from the California redwoods, through Oregon myrtlewood country, to our own area in Northwest Washington, where western big leaf maple is found. Plan to visit our gallery and see our unique one-of-a-kind pieces.
807 Washington Street, Port Townsend
360-379-1713
Gallery 9 - A cooperative art gallery of 32 diverse local artists and artisans. Inside you will find an outstanding collection of original art: oil, pastel, watercolor, photography, jewelry, pottery, sculpture, fiber arts, ceramics, enamels, fine woodwork, drums, carvings, and glass. Come visit our inviting warm space and get a real taste of local art.
1012 Water Street, Port Townsend
360-379-8881
Holly's Fine Flowers - Fabulous flowers, local art, eclectic and unusual gifts. Holly's Fine Flowers has opened the walls of her Water Street business to expose the high ceilings in a lush setting full of exquisite gifts and local art. Abundant flowers and skilled designers are able to create arrangements for your home, office or special someone. Enjoy their open atmosphere while you view the art work hung inside this floral paradise.
825 Water Street, Port Townsend
360-385-5428
Richard Jesse Watson Gallery - Richard Jesse Watson, author and illustrator of Children's Picture Books.
820 Water Street (Upstairs), Port Townsend
Phone: 360-385-6410
Toll-free: 866-385-6410
Max Grover Gallery - Max Grover invites you to visit his colorful gallery bursting with new original paintings, illustrations, signed children's books, cards and jewelry. Through Max's eyes you will see familiar images in unexpected ways. Using eye-popping colors, wacky word play and unexpected perspectives, Max delights art lovers with his mix of sophistication and whimsy. Come to the heart of Port Townsend and discover our gallery where you will always feel welcome.
820 Water Street (upstairs), Port Townsend
360-385-3037
Thursday-Monday 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Northwind Arts Alliance - Northwind Arts is a non-profit group dedicated to supporting the arts locally, through education and through display of work by regional artists.
Open: Noon - 5pm, Thursday - Monday.
360-379-1086
2409 Jefferson Street, Port Townsend
(located by the Visitor Center)
Olympic Art Gallery - Nature and Wildlife Fine Art by 50 Northwest Artists. The Olympic Art Gallery is going on their third successful year. Our goal is to support the local artists and provide fine art at great prices. Featuring: Brown Custom Iron’s custom gates, railings, and home décor. The Gallery hosts the Olympic Art Festivals, 3 times a year and Quilcene’s Art Walk the First Saturday of each month 11-6.
40 Washington St/Hwy 101, Quilcene, WA,
Fri & Mon 11-5, Sat. 10-6, Sun 12:30-(5 pm winter 6pm summer) or any time by appointment 360-765-0200 / Email
Pacific Traditions - Fine works of art reflecting the legends, land and people. Open daily from 10am-6pm, and presenting a unique collection of work by Northwest Native artists. Coast Salish, Nui-cha-nulth and Haida curios available through carved masks, sculptured dolls, porcelains, wall plaques, limited edition serigraphs and bentwood boxes.
637 Water Street, Port Townsend
In the lobby of the The Waterstreet Hotel
360-385-4770
Port Townsend Gallery - Open Studio Gallery is an artist supported cooperative of 30 juried artists and artisans. Member artists utilize studio space in the gallery while fulfilling their monthly administrative and sales responsibilities. Only original work, including un-mounted portfolios, may be shown. The current membership includes a number of unique watercolor, oil, acrylic, pastel and silk painters, ceramicists, sculptors and metal smiths. The gallery features a group show, with work changing monthly.
715 Water Street, Port Townsend
360-379-8110
Quilcene Arts Gallery - The gallery, owned by the nonprofit Quilcene Artisans Cooperative, resides in the 1930's historic movie theater, giving the building a new life with art. Raku pottery, metal works, painings, paper bowls, chain mail, and sculpture in plastics, jewelry, and more. Qulcene is the northwesternmost village on Hood Canal, lying on the ribbon of US Hwy 101 at the foot of the Olympics.
Corner of 101 and Old Church Road
Quilcene, Washington 98376
Phone: 360-765-0003 / Email
Soul Garden Gallery - A newly opened gallery in Port Hadlock!
Open Tues - Sat 10am-5pm
Kively Center Oak Bay Rd. Port Hadlock
360-385-3858
Stepping Stones Gallery & Studio - Original paintings and prints.
You'll often find someone painting here in this gallery full of fine art paintings. Natural wildlife, landscapes and the beauty of the Pacific Northwest is captured by this collection of artists.
Flagship Landing
1011 Water Street, Port Townsend
360-344-4009
Upstage Restaurant & Theatre - Art Gallery, Theatre and Restaurant
A most incredible venue that provides a stage for a wide variety of entertainment, walls for changing monthly art shows and a delicious menu. Entertainment ranges from Opera to the Blues, and small theatre productions to fashion shows. Cabaret, electric fiddle, world fusion and middle eastern dancing and so much more, this place is a world to its own and a Port Townsend cultural haven.
923 Washington Street, Port Townsend
360-385-2216
William's Gallery - William's Gallery offers a wide selection of fine arts and crafts from a variety of local northwest and national artists; as well as other hand made items from around the world.
914 Water Street, Port Townsend
360-385-3630
Wynwoods Gallery & Bead Studio - Fine contemporary jewelry, findings, beads, charms and delightful creations await. Whether you want something created by the resident artist or prefer to create your own piece, they have all the supplies you'll need. The colors are brilliant, so stop by their gallery and be inspired!
940 Water Street, Port Townsend
360-385-6131
Victorian Square Deli, Cafe & Market - A delightful ambience greets all those who venture down the stairs on Tyler Street where the walls feature the paintings by Marian Wiederrich. A native Washingtonian the artist, choosing art as a way of life at age five explores color, light and her passion for art. Her varied subject matter pleases, sometimes startles her viewers. She can be reached at wiederrichart@gmail.com

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