When you’re on vacation it’s a good time to get crafty. Not the kind of crafty that involves scheming and tomfoolery, but the kind where your mind turns into a creative think tank and you whip up an impressive scrapbook from all of the pictures you took over the trip or a beautifully knitted pair of socks. Thanks to Outer Banks art shops, you can enjoy making crafts and artwork, like scrapbooking, pottery, beading or knitting. If you’d prefer to find some art made by professionals, a plethora of stores carry products from local artisans. The Outer Banks holds galleries, art and pottery studios, showrooms and jewelers filled with local products, many of which incorporate a coastal-theme into their work. Other shops on the beach, while not specifically art stores, sell locals’ crafts, like soaps, candles, textiles and woodwork. Outer Banks artwork makes for great gifts to bring home to your family and friends and astound them with the beautiful craftsmanship that thrives in the Outer Banks. Check out the below listings of Outer Banks art stores and get ready for some aesthetic fun.
Outer Banks Shopping by Area
Corolla | Duck & Southern Shores | Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills & Nags Head
Roanoke Island & Manteo | Hatteras Island | Ocracoke Island
Outer Banks Shopping by Category
The Native American history of Hatteras Island and the Native American culture of our nation are preserved at this must-see museum in Frisco. The building,...read more
If you love art and craft, you'll love this new shop in Nags Head, run by a teenage retail entrepreneur. There's a great assortment of local and regional...read more
This is a well-loved local gallery, and the owners are known for their generosity to the Outer Banks arts community. The main gallery features work by...read more
Hang 12 Art is the studio and gallery of artist Brad Price. Known for his pet portraits and colorful oil paintings portraying Outer Banks life, Price has a...read more
An Ocracoke mainstay since 1965, this gift shop across from the Harborside Motel offers resort clothing, brand-name women’s wear, Sea Dog t-shirts, fine...read more
In addition to tackle, Hatteras Harbor Marina’s store has a great line of clothing, weather gear and more. You’ll find apparel for men, women and children...read more
Celebrating 10 years in 2024, Hattiebuilt is a lifestyle brand focused on the ease, serenity and untamed culture that encompasses life on a barrier island....read more
Hi Vibe Holistics supports holistic wellness in so many ways. Inside this heavenly smelling store, you'll find lovingly homemade art, craft, herbal teas,...read more
The furniture and decorative accessories at Inspired by the Sea are hand-crafted, hand-painted works of art created by the owners. Everything is built by...read more
Island Art Supply offers professional quality paintbrushes, paints, easels and canvas. They also carry art supplies for children. The custom framing...read more
If you're looking for gorgeous, one-of-a-kind gifts for yourself or loved ones, Island Artworks is the place to visit. Owner and metalsmith Kathleen O'Neal...read more
Want to try your hand at some DIY with island style? Whether you pick up a t-shirt in the store or bring in your own item from home, at Island Dye It...read more
