An Artists Retreat
The quaint seaport city of Port Townsend exudes the timeless charm and warmth of a classic Norman Rockwell painting. Lush green hills and blufftops dotted with Victorian homes overlook the city’s historic waterfront district, where colorful landscapes and sweeping seascapes stretch in every direction.
Port Townsend is also known for its genuine small-town congeniality — a place where creativity, history, and natural beauty exist in perfect harmony. It is this distinctive symmetry between land, sea, architecture, and community that has inspired generations of artists, many of whom have captured the city’s unmistakable “Rockwell-esque” character in works displayed throughout local galleries.
Artist or not, many who discover Port Townsend quickly understand its enduring appeal — and often find they never want to leave.
First Saturday Gallery Walks
Enjoy an evening out with family and friends while discovering the remarkable talent of local artists during Port Townsend’s Gallery Walk, held the first Saturday of every month from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Stroll through the town’s charming art galleries, located throughout the historic downtown waterfront district on and around Water Street, just minutes from the Whidbey Island ferry terminal.
From paintings and sculpture to photography, glasswork, jewelry, pottery, and more, nearly every art medium imaginable is represented in Port Townsend’s vibrant gallery scene. Many galleries also welcome visitors with complimentary appetizers, wine, and refreshments, creating a warm and festive atmosphere for an unforgettable evening of art, conversation, and small-town charm.
Art Galleries
Port Townsend Gallery
715 Water Street
Port Townsend, WA
Tel: (360) 379-8110
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Forest Gems Gallery offers a collection of fine burlwood sculptures, furniture, home decor and objets de art.
Forest Gems has moved to 811 Ness’ Corner Road (HWY 116), Port Hadlock, WA 98339. Open Monday – Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Northwind Art – Jeanette Best Gallery is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) volunteer organization dedicated to promoting the arts in Northwest region by sponsoring educational programs, lectures, readings, and workshops, and by providing juried and invitational venues for displaying the work of regional artists, both visual and literary.
701 Water Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Tel: (360) 379-1086
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Pacific Traditions Offers original artwork from The First People of the North American Coastal Tribes. Some of the artwork of tribes represented in our gallery include Coast Salish, Haida, Nuu-chah-nulth, Tlingit, and Cowichan.
637 Water Street
Port Townsend, WA
Tel: (360) 385-4770
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Little Wing Gallery
Eric named Little Wing Gallery after his wife Wren. Her elevated vision for the gallery transformed it into an exceptional Hang Space.
924 Washington Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Tel: (360) 302-6197
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Grover Gallery
Larry Crockett, Tracy Grisman, Max Grover and Julie Read are 4 Port Townsend-based artists who have partnered up to bring you fun art for the serious mind in the heart of downtown Port Townsend. The four artists take turns showing their work in The Grover Gallery and also inviting guest artists to show in their place throughout the year.
236 Taylor Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Tel: (360) 344-2280
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GreenPod Gallery
Step into our innovative art gallery located within a repurposed gas station showcasing sustainable homes and furnishing where creativity intertwines with environmental consciousness. Within these walls, an exquisite collection of functional art awaits, embodying a fusion of sustainability, artisanal craftsmanship, and eco-conscious sensibilities.
1531 W. Sims Way
Port Townsend, WA 98368
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Aurora Loop Gallery
We are thrilled to finally open the Aurora Loop Gallery + studio! It has been a labor of love making this dream a reality. We hope our endeavors benefit our community for years to come. —Mary and Charlie
971 Aurora Loop
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Tel: (773) 227-6757
Gallery Hours: Thursday – Sunday, 12:00-5:00 pm
Or by appointment
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The Artist Within
Art, Sea Glass and Pottery
The Kellogg Building
929 Water Street
Port Townsend, WA
Gallery Hours: Wed. – Friday, 12:00-5:00 pm
Or by appointment
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