The Kennedy Gallery specializes in art prints, photography and customized frames. They exhibit portraits by Alan Chandler, Doug Hunt and Downe Burnes.
Tulips American Handcrafts is a local, independent retailer offering home goods and seasonal craft items. It offers calendars, mittens, blankets, unique jewelry, art work, home decor items, paintings, hand made goods and more. All craft work is locally made and the shop supports its local artisans and community. Local artists who's work is featured here includes Neil Troost, Maggie Nuhic, Sarah Minor, Kristen Fellows and Nina Fox.
N.W. Barrett Gallery is a jewelry store that specializes in fine jewelry. It is located in historical downtown Portsmouth. It has jewelry for weddings, special relationships, family and friends. There is also fine art, especially in the upper gallery and it specializes in marine paintings. The shop is situated in the Market Square with many shops, restaurants and galleries.
NJM Gallery is located in the heart of historic downtown Portsmouth. It specializes in the sale of made-in-America contemporary art glass from more than 100 artists. It offers unique gifts, jewelry, glass vases and more. Online ordering is available on the website.
Ireland On The Square offers Irish and Celtic gifts, clothing and jewelry and other unique gift items to take you back in time.
Portsmouth Museum of Art is located in the heart of historic downtown Portsmouth. This art museum maintains a permanent collection and hosts exhibitions of contemporary artwork from various international artists, offering guided tours with a reservation. It also holds special events such as discussions, projects and artist series, as well as walking tours through the historic streets of Portsmouth where murals have been painted on some of the local businesses. For information on current exhibits, visit the official Portsmouth Museum of Art website.
The Parlor at Plainspoke is an art gallery displaying photographs from local and regional artists. It is operated by Diane and Matt Ralph, owners of the Plainspoke design studio.
Nahcotta is located in the heart of historical downtown Portsmouth. The gallery offers paintings of the contemporary abstract genre, and also sells other home decor, including furniture. It has jewelry and gifts and other artful household knickknacks. This store is an eclectic one, and is situated in an area where there are several unique shops, boutiques and restaurants. The clientele is diverse, including upscale bohemians, businessmen, working-class people and more. The shop is well laid out, with paintings, furniture and gift items spread throughout the spacious floor.