The Art Whisperer.

Stop in to this family owned and operated gallery and say ‘Hi!’ to the Knox’s (Mary and David). Don’t miss the upstairs area. Stairs are near the back of the building and lead up to more displays.

Hillsborough Gallery of Arts is an artist lead space featuring fine art and fine craft goods ranging from watercolor to jewelry, ceramics, wood pieces, and mixed materials.

Feel free to spend some time browsing the local creations of our area artists and be sure to ask the volunteer working there ‘What is your favorite thing in the store right now?’ so that you can get some shopping help. Also, make sure to ask about what the Arts Council’s next project or event is- you may want to come back for it!

Sure, every small town has it’s local heros and well-known persons, but our small town has a mayor who is both a politico AND an artist. Not surprising for Hillsborough, with our vibrant arts, music, and literature scene. Mayor Tom is a busy guy, so you’ll have to come by during Last Fridays to get inside, but his gallery features a huge picture windows and paintings are easily viewed from street level.