Cobblestone, sand and water provide endless opportunities.

Famous golf courses, top-rated tennis courts, pristine beaches, monumental battleships and beautifully preserved architecture barely scratches the surface of attractions in Charleston. You can be as adventurous or as tame as you like. Best of all, our mild climate means you can enjoy most of our sights year-round.

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one_of_a_kind_art_fine_crafts From Frogman's delightful bronze sculptures to stunning art glass and handcrafted jewelry, from unique pottery to artful kitchenware, from whimsical to functional, each piece is a distinctive find. Come and explore Charleston's #1 Art and Fine Craft Gallery celebrating our 13th year.
Adele's Pottery Studio and Gallery
Featuring hand-thrown and handbuilt clay works by Adele Deas Tobin, each one of a kind piece reflects her love for the sand and sea. Her work has been enjoyed by patrons worldwide for 36 years. Stop by or call for appointment.
Charleston Crafts Gallery
Charleston Crafts is a juried cooperative crafts gallery owned and operated by exhibiting members since 1989. Charleston Crafts artisans are required to be residents of South Carolina, making this the only exclusively local craft gallery in the city.
Charleston Fine Art Dealers’ Association
CFADA member galleries support the future arts with two major events - Palette & Palate Stroll (July) and the Charleston Fine Art Weekend (November) raising funds for art scholarship and art supplies for the Charleston County High schools.
City Gallery at Waterfront Park
Open Tu-F 11am-6pm; Sa & Su 12pm-5pm; closed Mondays. A venue for work that is new, vital, and innovative – with a focus on broadening the Charleston art outlook to include up and coming local, regional, national and international contemporary artists who specialize in cutting edge contemporary art. This gallery aims to do for fine arts in Charleston what Spoleto Festival USA and Piccolo Spoleto have achieved for performing arts.
City of Charleston City Gallery
Open Tu-F 11am-6pm; Sa & Sun 12pm-5pm; closed Mondays. The City Gallery at Waterfront Park is a venue for work that is new, vital, and innovative – with a focus on broadening the Charleston art outlook. This gallery aims to do for fine arts in Charleston what Spoleto Festival USA and Piccolo Spoleto have achieved for performing arts. Francina Smalls-joyner, City Gallery Coordinator at 843.724.7305
COCO VIVO Fine Art & Design
We offer a wide selection of fine art, painted by some of the most sought after, nationally known, accomplished plein air artists. Our artists have undergone rigorous training and dedicated the time to master the century old painting technique. Timeless, classic interior design. cocovivodesign.com
Edward Dare Gallery
Edward Dare Gallery & sister gallery, Sandpiper Gallery on Sullivan's Island feature beautiful paintings, pottery, sculpture & jewelry. Visit these galleries for works that celebrate the colorful tapestry of the southern coastal culture including crashing waves, lush marshes, wildlife & sensitive portraits.
French Quarter Gallery Association
The French Quarter Gallery Association includes 28 of the most well known galleries that Charleston has to offer. Established 23 years ago the association hosts local artist with national and international recognition, and artwalks, private showings, and public receptions. See map page.
Gallery Chuma
Features investment grade Gullah Art by Jonathan Green and John Jones. Gullah quilts, books and crafts. Gullah Tours start and end at the gallery. Meet owner and artist Mr. Chuma for a personal tour. Take a piece of Gullah Culture home with you.
Gallery Row on Historic Broad Street
Charleston's destination for fine art, Gallery Row is located on Historic Broad Street. A "must see" for serious art collectors. A year-round schedule of fine art events, including First Friday Art Walks, A Taste of the Arts, Blues on Broad and Spoleto Soleil.
Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art
The Halsey Institute at the College of Charleston is a non-collecting contemporary art museum in downtown Charleston. In addition to organizing 5 exhibitions each year, the Halsey also presents lectures, a film series, publications & tours. Free admission. Gallery Hours: M-Sat. 11am - 4pm, Thurs. 11am - 7pm
Helena Fox Fine Art, LLC
M-Sa 10-5pm. French Quarter of historic Charleston. Specializes in fine contemporary representational art. Established in 2004, the gallery is a compilation of national and international artists, including Southern painter, West Fraser. The work mingles impressionistic landscapes, maritime paintings, still lifes and more.
North Charleston City Gallery
Located within the Charleston Area Convention Center. Monthly shows feature a wide range of fine art and photography from local, regional, and national talent. Admission is free. Gallery desk is staffed on Fridays, Saturdays, and Mondays. Gallery hours are Mon-Sat. 9am-5pm. Call 843-740-5854 for more information or visit www.northcharleston.org under Cultural Arts.
Sandpiper Gallery
On charming Sullivan’s Island this casually elegant gallery features breath-taking paintings, sculpture, pottery, jewelry, and unique works in wood, glass & metal. Shake the sand out of your shoes, journey into the world of fine art and experience a gallery like no other.
Smith Killian Fine Art
In the historic French Quarter, these galleries feature carefully selected contemporary fine paintings, prints, sculptures, photographs and marquetry. A broad range of media, subject matters, and artistic styles are presented.
Spencer Art Gallery I & II
In the historic French Quarter, these galleries feature carefully selected contemporary fine paintings, prints, sculptures, photographs and marquetry. A broad range of media, subject matters, and artistic styles are presented.
Wells Gallery
For 19 years The Wells Gallery has played a significant role in developing Charleston as a top fine art destination. The gallery represents contemporary painters both locally and from across the country that bring the southern genre to life.