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Art Galleries in Vail

Discover Vail’s artistic soul via galleries and globally recognized public art peppered around town. Enthusiasts and wide-eyed wanderers can admire all the artsy angles of Vail and Lionshead villages through thoughtful displays and programs.

Explore Art Galleries in Vail Village & Lionshead

Vail’s art galleries spotlight everything from finely detailed landscape paintings to colorful abstract works and striking nature photography. Spots like Raitman Art Galleries exhibit a wide array of contemporary pieces in glass, metal and mixed media. And Vail Village Arts leans into bold, statement-making works by local and global artists. Even if you’re short on time, it’s easy to simply stop in these spaces and browse, discover and collect work by talented artists who help define Vail’s creative identity. See our full list of Vail art galleries below.

Handcrafted Jewelry

Vail’s jewelry shops celebrate sparkly pieces with a distinct alpine edge. The Golden Bear crafts iconic gold bear bracelets and pendants, a symbol worn by generations of locals and visitors. J. Cotter Gallery sculpts bold, unconventional pieces in-house — oxidized silver rings, brushed metal cuffs and wearable art that blurs the line between fashion and sculpture. Squash Blossom showcases seasonal collections from emerging craftspeople, spotlighting hand-set gems and turquoise, forged silver and mixed-metal work. See our expanded list of Vail jewelers below.

See Vail’s Iconic Public Art as You Gallery Hop

As you explore galleries and wander the cobblestone streets of Vail, you’ll spot more than 60 pieces featured in the Art in Public Places (AIPP) program. The collection includes everything from a bronze sculpture of Albert Einstein relaxing on a bench to colorful birdhouse installations and a pirate-themed playground. Since 2019, the program has also highlighted work by Colorado muralists. Look for Olive Moya’s bold geometric designs at the Vail Village Transportation Center and Pedro Barrios and Jaime Molina’s abstract mural in Lionshead Village, which represents healing with humankind. Use the Art in Vail interactive map or join a seasonal Art Walk to discover the stories behind the artwork.

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