Local Art Sources You’ll Love

Buying art doesn’t have to be intimidating. You don’t need to be an art historian or have a Beyoncé-sized budget.  In fact, we believe there is only one rule when it comes to selecting pieces for your home: pick what you love! Of course, having a little help doesn’t hurt. So we’ve rounded up some of our favorite local art sources from well-known galleries to off-the-beaten-path pop-ups…

 

GALLERIES

Galleries top the list of art sources for most, and with good reason. They work with a portfolio of artists, making them an incredible resource to see work by both noted and emerging artists. Charlotte has a vibrant and welcoming gallery scene with a wide range of styles and price points. We are confident you will find a vibe that you like, as well as endless inspiration. 

 

SOCO Gallery

Address: 421 Providence Rd. in Eastover

Website: socogallery.com

 

Shain Gallery

Address: 2823 Selwyn Ave. in Myers Park

Website: shaingallery.com

 

Hidell Brooks

Address: 1910 South Blvd. in SouthEnd

Website: hidellbrooks.com

 

Charlotte Art League

Address: 4237 Raleigh St. in NoDa

Website: charlotteartleague.org

 

Goodyear Arts

Address: 301 Camp Rd. in Camp North End

Website: goodyeararts.com

 

McColl Center

Address: 721 N. Tryon St. in Uptown

Website: mccollcenter.org

 

Anne Neilson Fine Art Gallery

Address: 532 Governor Morrison St. in SouthPark

Website: anneneilsonfineart.com

 

Elder Gallery of Contemporary Art

Address: 1520 S. Tryon St. in SouthEnd

Website: eldergalleryclt.com

 

 

FURNITURE & DECOR STORES

Far from the mass-produced options you will find at big box stores, Charlotte has a wealth of thoughtfully curated home stores filled with high-style pieces and art sourced by interior designers and collectors. 

 

Slate Interiors

Address: 2025 Thrift Rd. in FreeMoreWest/Wesley Heights

Website: shopslateinteriors.com

 

Cotswold Marketplace

Address: 200 N. Sharon Amity Rd. in Cotswold

Website: cotswoldmarketplace.com

 

Abode

Address: 1530 East Blvd. in Dilworth

Website: abodehomedesign.com

 

Isabella

Address: 115 Cherokee Rd. in Eastover

Website: isabellastyle.com

 

Traditions Interiors

Address: 4317 Park Rd. in Park Road Shopping Center

Website: traditionsofcharlotte.com

 

High Cotton Home

Address: 4247 Park Rd. in Park Road Shopping Center

Website: highcottonhomecompany.com

 

 

FESTIVALS

Charlotte loves a good festival (and so do we)! Celebrate the arts while supporting local during these spring and fall season events open to all. 

 

Festival In the Park

Address: 1409 East Blvd. in Freedom Park

Website: festivalinthepark.org

 

Charlotte International Arts Festival

Address: Various Locations around Charlotte

Website: charlotteartsfest.com

 

Kings Drive Art Walk

Address: 600 S. Kings Dr. in Little Sugar Creek Greenway

Website: festivalinthepark.org/kings-drive-art-walk

 

Charlotte Shout

Address: Various Locations in Uptown Charlotte

Website: charlotteshout.com

 

 

POP-UP EVENTS

While you are marking your calendar for those upcoming festivals, be sure to take note of these fun art pop-up events. They only last for a short time so you don’t want to miss out! 

 

The Art Salon

Address: Location Varies

Instagram: @theartsalonclt

 

ArtPop Street Gallery

Address: Location Varies

Website: artpopstreetgallery.com

 

VTGCLT

Address: Location Varies

Website: vintage-charlotte.com

 

Girl Tribe Pop Up

Address: Location Varies

Website: girltribepopup.com

 

MUSEUM SHOPS

Museum shops are not your average gift stores brimming with t-shirts and coffee mugs. They are filled with unique and artistic treasures often inspired by the priceless pieces on display. It’s a required stop every time we visit. 

 

The Mint Museum Uptown

Address: 500 S. Tryon St. in Uptown

Website: mintmuseum.org

 

Bechtler Museum of Modern Art

Address: 420 S. Tryon St. in Uptown

Website: bechtler.org

 

Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture

Address: 551 S. Tryon St. in Uptown

Website: ganttcenter.org

 

The Mint Museum Randolph

Address: 2730 Randolph Rd. in Eastover

Website: mintmuseum.org

 

Do you have a go-to local source for art we missed? We want to hear all about it! Tell us about your favorite galleries and shops in the comments below.

 

Cover Photo: Shain Gallery