The Upper Valley is full of wonderful artists who capture the beautiful landscape, create abstract pieces, and transport you to an imaginary world. While some may choose to display their works elsewhere, there are several galleries that display their work not far from home. Here are a few places to visit to see artwork created by local artists.

AVA Gallery and Art Center

The AVA Gallery and Art Center located in Lebanon, NH, displays local artists’ work in addition to being a place for up-and-coming artists and those starting their journey to learn. It offers “Call to Artists” exhibits where local artists can display their works that follow a theme. There is also an Artist Member Featured Wall. Learn more here.

Hood Museum of Art

In Hanover, NH, the Hood Museum of Art frequently displays artworks and exhibitions by local artists. The museum also brings in artists to hold lectures for classes within the area. Learn more about upcoming exhibits here.

Long River Gallery

The Long River Gallery in White River Junction, VT, showcases the works of over 80 artists and artisans from Vermont and New Hampshire. Now through the end of October, the exhibit “Seeing the Air: Betsy Derrick” will be open.

“Betsy’s paintings, which she has exhibited in New England and in France, range from landscapes evocative of this region (some of our most admired pieces) to large and small abstract oils,” the website said.

Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park

The Saint-Gauden National Historic Park is the former home and studio of sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens who lived from 1848-1907 in Cornish, NH. The park allows you to explore the beautiful landscape, sculptures, and home. In the fall, the park holds a festival called Sculptural Visions. The festival showcases local artists who display their art and demonstrate different techniques. Learn more here.

Main Street Museum

The Main Street Museum in White River Junction, VT, showcases musicians, authors, poets, and artists from around the Upper Valley.

"We believe that our relationships with objects, and with each other, are more complex than usually acknowledged—indeed sometimes far more complex," the website said.

Admission to the museum is by donation.