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1. Eakin Gallery
2. The Fenderesky Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Fenderesky Gallery was established in December 1983 and has recently moved to its new location. The Gallery represents and exhibits on a regular basis one-person and theme based exhibitions of the works of living Irish artists and artists from abroad. There is also a delightful cafe, Cafe 31, on the ground floor selling delicious coffees made by expert baristas, fresh sandwiches and cakes.
3. Golden Thread Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Golden Thread Gallery (GTG) is a medium-scale, publicly funded, contemporary art gallery based in Belfast that is recognised as having charitable status. It provides a welcoming space for the public to engage with contemporary visual art, and has grown steadily since it was founded in 1998. GTG is recognised for its engagement with recent histories and re-imagined futures: the majority of its programme is engaged with offering the public a contextual experience of the visual art of our time. GTG is a member of the Plus Tate network, a lead partner in the Draw-Down-the Walls collaboration and is accredited by Investors in People. Golden Thread Gallery (GTG) plays an important role in the provision of contemporary visual art in Belfast and Northern Ireland: Creating a context, challenging perceptions, promoting creativity, delivering contemporary visual art for all Our purpose in doing this is to: Offer the public a contextual experience of visual art of our time Present quality and innovative artistic programs that capture the diversity of contemporary arts practice and which engage, educate, challenge and inspire. Develop, support and promote the work of contemporary Northern Irish artists and contemporary visual arts practice. Build and engage the widest possible audience for contemporary arts, extending the reach of the arts, and nurturing a deep understanding and enjoyment of current visual arts practice within the broader community The Golden Thread Gallery delivers its vision across a portfolio of three interconnected activities: Audience, Participation, and Support and Profiling. GOLDEN THREAD GALLERY IS FINANCIALLY SUPPORTED BY ARTS COUNCIL OF NORTHERN IRELAND AND BELFAST CITY COUNCIL. THE GOLDEN THREAD GALLERY LTD IS A RECOGNISED AS A CHARITY BY THE CHARITY COMMISSION FOR NORTHERN IRELAND - CHARITY REGISTRATION NUMBER: NIC101097 AND IS ACCEPTED AS HAVING CHARITABLE STATUS BY THE INLAND REVENUE UNDER REFERENCE XR 54731.
4. Tommy Workman Gallery
5. The Gallery Whitehead
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 37 reviews
Art Gallery with three galleries showing artworks by new and emerging artists as well as traditional oils and watercolour's, also ceramics and edwardian prints. There is an exhibition of different artists in Gallery 3 which changes every month Also there are guided tours of the Edwardian House here lasting 40 minutes Entry to The Gallery Whitehead is free Tours of the Edwardian house £4 per person
Reviewed By Steveodo - Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
I had a very enjoyable visit here. The gallery now hosts different shows in different rooms. Cynthia, the curator, is there in person, and was happy to tell me more about what was currently on show. One room had the last-ever public exhibition of a set of black and white photographs taken at Auschwitz. They were present-day images, with a few tourists in some of the images. This may be the most haunting place on Earth to see, and the views selected were arresting. In the front room of the Edwardian building I was very interested to see that Cynthia had painted the actual walls - a great idea - with plant designs. Her own giant canvases of stylised bats and giraffes are wonderfully colourful. Out the back is the Conservatory Gallery, which had a new show by a local artist. Each month the exhibits change, so its worth returning regularly. Free entry.
6. Harron Framing & Designs
7. Spy Pond Photo Space
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Spy Pond Photo Space is Northern Ireland’s newest gallery concentrating in photography. We are located in Newcastle in County Down just a few steps away from Town Centre, The Tropicana and the Beach.
8. Artcetera Studio
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
9. The Puffin Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 18 reviews
An artist led gallery, the Puffin Gallery gives you the opportunity to purchase genuine handmade designer art and crafts from Irish artists most of whom are based in Causeway area. Paintings, ceramics, glass art, textile art, designer jewellery or knitwear: you will find an eclectic collection to cater for different tastes. Join our mailing list to hear about our classes and art events! Please note our opening hours: OCTOBER-MARCH: Thursday to Saturday 10:30am to 6pm APRIL - SEPTEMBER: Monday to Saturday 10:30am to 6pm
Reviewed By zztoddzz - Pleasanton, United States
My wife and I stumbled upon this shop on the far right side as you head toward the harbor. The items in the store, jewelry and art were done locally and were wonderful. We bought a nice little fairy house
10. The Naughton Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Situated at the heart of Queen's University on the first floor of the iconic Lanyon Building, the Naughton Gallery is one of Belfast's most exciting visual arts spaces. Presenting a rolling programme of contemporary exhibitions, the gallery shows work by a range of local and internationally-renowned artists. The gallery also runs an extensive programme of talks, screenings, and special events. With free admission and open six days per week, the Naughton Gallery welcomes visitors from around the world, and has been recognised as one of the leading university galleries in the UK and Ireland, winning the Times Higher Education Award for Excellence and Innovation in the Arts in 2008.
