Shops in Massachusetts Accepting Artists & Printmakers
These 6 shops carrying art and prints publicly say they accept submissions on their own websites. All are in Massachusetts; see all 165 nationwide or the Boston page.
The 6 shops
The Local Hand
Dorchester shop, gallery and community arts space selling handmade goods by local artists, with rotating art shows and workshops.
Heads up: At least 90% of their artists live or work in Massachusetts, and at least 50% are Black, Indigenous or people of color.
Trove on Tremont
Women-owned South End boutique of artisan goods from 75+ local artists.
Heads up: Handmade work only; terms aren't published.
Diversity Consignment
Jamaica Plain consignment shop for clothing, art and design, with a separate program for original work by local artists and designers.
Heads up: Paid program: $20 account opening fee for the artist program.
Cambridge Artists' Cooperative
Artist-owned and -operated shop of contemporary American craft in Harvard Square since 1988, with work by 150+ artists.
Heads up: Jurying pauses in November and December.
MFA Boston Shop
The Museum of Fine Arts' shops at the Huntington Ave entrance and in the museum, plus online.
Heads up: They can't respond to every submission.
The Gallery@57
Volunteer-run, artist-run gift shop and online store in Malden Center representing 60+ local artists, artisans and authors, with exhibitions, readings and classes.
Heads up: Paid program: $100 yearly fee, waived (with a higher revenue share) depending on how much you volunteer.