Whether you’re looking for an original painting, handcrafted pottery, artisan jewelry, woodwork, glass art, or a one-of-a-kind gift, Lake Norman is home to an impressive collection of galleries and working artists. These destinations showcase the creativity of our region while offering visitors the opportunity to discover unique pieces they won’t find anywhere else.
Our LKNConnect Local Favorites guides focus primarily on highlighting locally owned independent businesses that help make Lake Norman a unique place to live, work, shop, and dine. While a regional or national business may occasionally be included when it provides a unique service or fills an important community need, our mission is to celebrate the local businesses that strengthen our community every day.
21348 Catawba Avenue, Cornelius, NC 28031
Phone: (980) 689-3101
Lake Norman’s premier performing arts center also features rotating visual art exhibitions showcasing local and regional artists throughout the year. Cain Center for the Arts
315 North Main Street, Davidson, NC 28036
Phone: (704) 894-2519
Located in Davidson College’s Katherine and Tom Belk Visual Arts Center, these nationally respected galleries feature rotating exhibitions by nationally and internationally recognized artists, along with selections from the College’s permanent collection. Free and open to the public. Van Every/Smith Galleries
445 South Main Street, Suite 200, Davidson, NC 28036
Phone: (704) 892-1449
Premier artisan gallery featuring handcrafted jewelry, pottery, glass, wood, furniture, paintings, and fine crafts from North American artists. Wooden Stone Gallery
202 South Main Street, Suite C, Davidson, NC 28036
Phone: (704) 975-5478
A curated marketplace featuring handcrafted artwork, jewelry, pottery, home décor, and gifts from talented local and regional artisans. KF Studios Handmade Marketplace
108 South Main Street, Davidson, NC 28036
Phone: (615) 243-6910
Independent gallery showcasing original artwork and rotating exhibitions by local and regional artists. AVA Gallery
108 South Main Street, Davidson, NC 28036
Phone: (719) 244-8202
Working artist studio and gallery featuring original paintings and opportunities to meet the artist. Pamela Quarles-Adams Art Gallery & Studio
13131 Rosedale Hill Avenue, Huntersville, NC 28078
Phone: (704) 953-1155
A nonprofit gallery and creative studio celebrating artists of all abilities through exhibitions, workshops, and community programming. Arts for All – Studio & Gallery
14620 South Old Statesville Road, Huntersville, NC 28078
Phone: (704) 948-1750
Locally owned gallery and custom framing shop featuring original artwork and professional framing services. Foster’s Frame & Art Gallery
103 West Center Avenue, Mooresville, NC 28115
Phone: (704) 663-6661
Community art gallery featuring rotating exhibitions, educational programming, workshops, and an artisan gift gallery. Mooresville Arts
112 South Main Street, Mooresville, NC 28115
Phone: (704) 728-0460
Artisan gallery specializing in handcrafted jewelry, ceramics, woodwork, fine art, and gifts created by North American artists. Juelerye | Artisan Gallery & Gifts
148 North Main Street, Mooresville, NC 28115
Phone: (704) 662-7154
Local gallery and custom framing studio showcasing original artwork and regional artists. Four Corners Framing & Gallery
772 Brawley School Road, Mooresville, NC 28117
Phone: (704) 775-9250
Gallery featuring artwork, handcrafted gifts, and home décor by local and regional artisans. Greystone Gallery & Gifts
273 Kemp Road, Mooresville, NC 28117
Phone: (704) 301-2866
Working pottery studio creating handcrafted functional and decorative ceramics. Horse Ass Pottery
8535 Pine Lake Road, Denver, NC 28037
Phone: (704) 756-3208
Local pottery studio featuring handcrafted functional pottery and ceramic artwork.
7938 Unity Church Road, Denver, NC 28037
Phone: (704) 966-0956
Locally owned showroom featuring artisan furniture, home décor, artwork, and handcrafted gifts. Awake Decor
We’ll continue adding locally owned galleries, studios, and artisan shops as the Sherrills Ford arts community continues to grow.
We’ll continue adding locally owned galleries, studios, and artisan shops as Troutman’s creative community continues to grow.
Art tells the story of a community. From nationally recognized college galleries and artisan studios to handcrafted pottery, fine jewelry, and original paintings, these LKNConnect Local Favorites celebrate the creativity that makes Lake Norman such a vibrant place to live, work, and visit. Supporting these galleries also supports the artists who help shape the cultural character of our region.
