Within a half mile radius of Pack Square in the heart of downtown, you will find Asheville’s most unique collection of galleries.

Everything from handmade jewelry, to glass and pottery, photography, folk art and contemporary paintings will be discovered along the way.

After all, Asheville has always been known for the creative vision of its many artists.  Enjoy the finest art Asheville has to offer by stopping by one of our 25 galleries.

Asheville’s Gallery of Art is the longest established artist’s cooperative in town. Their new gallery on College Street displays their 31 members who work in oil, pastel, water colors, mixed media and more.

On Biltmore Avenue you will find Van Dyke Jewelry and Fine Crafts. Besides having Chris’ hand crafted jewelry, they carry many local artists in all media. If you venture to Battery Park you will see Zapow. Their gallery features illustration, narrative and pop culture art. One of our newest galleries is Lexington Glassworks where you can watch the artists hand blow glass in their working studio.

Each year, beginning in April, our Downtown Arts District is open late for their “First Friday Art Walks.”  On the first Friday of each month 5-8pm, all the galleries located in downtown Asheville will be open for you to explore. What a wonderful way to enjoy your evening either before or after dining in one of Asheville’s many fine restaurants.