Art Galleries near Cary, NC

“It's a small gallery but always interesting. Creativity is encouraged & nurtured. Each time I come, the displays are carefully planned and beautifully presented. The staff is absolutely wonderful.I also discovered a small garden outside...”

“You could seriously spend all day here. It was amazing!! Huge museum. My boyfriend and i couldn’t believe it was free. So many hands on things, just so much to do and see. We loved the dueling dinosaurs and seeing them excavate the bones. along with the whole process. The sky bridge was nice to walk across. Just everything was great and all the staff and volunteers were so nice and informative. wasn’t super crowded either. If you can donate when you go please do. this is a great thing to support.”

“I have many tattoos but I have never had one done as well as Chris can do! The more I look at it the more surprised I get at how well everything is done! I want him to finish my sleeve and will never have anyone else work on my sleeve! He is the most talented tattooist I have ever worked with and would highly recommend him to everyone!!! Chris I cannot thank you enough for making my dream tattoo come true!Services: Tattoo cover-ups & reworkings”

“The owners of this shop took the time to see what my unique framed pieces needed. They were able to restore and secure the frame of one old and large canvas, and reset a framed canvas in its original frame. The results were beautiful! Thank you!”

“My visit to 311 Art Gallery in Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina, was genuinely exceptional, accompanied by a compelling story. On that day, I had an underlying determination. I wanted to donate a piece of my mother's artwork to the gallery because it was a hobby I knew she loved.I made my way downtown Raleigh, driven by an inner feeling that prompted me to act that early morning. Upon arriving at 311 Art Gallery, I was unaware of the entry fee to submit a piece of artwork for display. I explained to Kenneth, co-owner of the gallery, what I was trying to accomplish, and to my surprise, the entry fee was waived.And so, weeks later, I waited until my mother visited the Raleigh area to surprise her with what I had done. I suggested that we visit 311 Art Gallery, and to her amazement, she discovered her painting among the displays. Witnessing her artwork being accepted and displayed in such a reputable gallery was an emotional moment, with her saying, “You have made my day.” It brought a new spark to her eyes. The surrealism she experienced has thus motivated her to continue exploring her artistic talents with renewed passion and enthusiasm, painting three pieces since the visit.Overall, 311 Art Gallery's commitment to supporting artists and fostering creativity is commendable. This experience has left a lasting impact on my family, inspiring my mother to embrace her artistic voice and continue painting. It was honestly a transformative and memorable visit to the gallery.Thank you, 311 Art Gallery*Included are my mother’s most recent paintings”

“Been using FrameWorks for years. They are great people who care about the product you are buying. I recently brought in a bit of a "weird" request and they were very happy to figure it out for me. Always happy to recommend Frameworks to whomever needs a frame shop.”

“Kathleen is both very knowledgeable and accommodating. She brought in several paintings for our selection. She and Bruce did a professional installation. Highly recommended!”

“Tim Johnson's Art of Fashion 2024 showcase contured designers locally and nationally. I am familiar with Lillian of Noshona Boutique because I patronize her clothes and jewelry from Tanzania. I prefer boutique designs because they are unique, and you don't have to concern yourself of 20 people with the same outfit as you. I love boldness and being unique which sets you apart!”

“One day I wandered into this shop which is not an ordinary gift shop. The owner curates some of the most beautiful and creative pieces of wearable and handmade art pieces, furniture and dishes. Come in and look around to be inspired or find an item you will treasure. The owner is a felter as well and her scarves, hats and other wearable pieces are exquisite. There are also classes here. Thank you!!!”

“This is, hands down, the coolest Science Museum I've ever been to!Dinosaur bones, rocks and minerals, fish, foliage! Pretty much anything you could think of was there, and even the things you'd never think of were there. One of the most incredible parts was the Research side! You definitely don't want to skip going across the bridge to the Research Center. You're able to be there for different animal checkups and observe the vets talking care of the animals. We actually had the chance to see a live snake surgery! The staff was awesome. Everyone was so positive and you could tell they all loved their jobs. Especially those giving demonstrations and helping the kids learn something new!And the most shocking part of it all? It's completely FREE! Doesn't get any better than that.”

“Fish Market is a student-run gallery, owned by NC State's College of Design. Pieces displayed are determined by submissions from students, and themes vary from month-to-month. Gallery shows are always free and open to the public. It's open every first friday of the month (aka First Friday), from 6pm to 11pm. During First Friday, there's usually a sign in front of the stairway with an arrow pointing towards the stairs. The gallery is a bit *hidden*. It's on the corner of Hargett Street and Fayetteville Street -- with the CVS across the way. If you spot the downward stairway, you've found the right spot. On First Fridays, you'll typically see a mass of bikes lined up along the outside, and a group of college kids clustered around the entrance. The stairway is a bit narrow -- it's hard for more than two person to be going up/down in either direction, so be careful. It always gets a bit *stuffy* inside, since it's a small space. So if you're dressed warmly, be prepared to take your jacket or you'll be retreating outside for cooler air. This gallery is usually packed shoulder-to-shoulder on First Fridays since it's a hip, popular spot for college kids. There's usually a DJ playing some cool beats, snacks, and free wine/beer (must be 21+). You also can pick up a custom button (pin) or screen-printed handkerchief (Fish Market themed) for a couple bucks (NOT free). Be sure to drop in each month to check out the design work! I also highly recommend attending the Art and Design Senior Shows each year to check out the portfolios of these graduating seniors! A bit fancier than the normal shows, in terms of the amount of booze and food spread (one time there was a keg or two).”