Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Premier Destination for Hawaiian Art & Crafts
Nohea Gallery was founded in 1990 with a mission to celebrate the creativity and beauty of Hawaii's artists for local and international audiences. Our gallery showcases a diverse collection of local art and fine crafts, representing the unique cultural heritage and artistic talent of Hawaii. Over three decades, we have earned recognition through prestigious awards including the Kahili Award from the Hawaii Visitor and Convention Bureau, multiple Honolulu Magazine Peoples Choice awards, and the Honolulu Star Advertiser Best of Honolulu Best Art Gallery distinction.Featured in The New York Times 36 Hours In Honolulu, we maintain rigorous standards for artwork presentation and shipping, ensuring secure delivery worldwide. Our commitment to the community extends beyond art sales, with initiatives like the Honolulu Woodturners 2024 show benefiting the Hawaii Foodbank. We value our loyal patrons who support local artists and preserve Hawaii's creative legacy.
Services
Art Gallery
Hawaiian Jewelry
Woodturning
Ceramics
Koa Boxes
Paintings
Prints
Local Crafts
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- Established in 1990 with 35+ years serving Hawaii's art community
- Curates works from 22+ local artists across multiple disciplines
- Award-winning gallery featured in The New York Times
- Provides secure packaging and insurance-compliant shipping worldwide
- Supports local causes through benefit exhibitions like Honolulu Woodturners
Associations and certifications
- Kahili Award
- Honolulu Magazine Peoples Choice
- Honolulu Star Advertiser Best of Honolulu
What people say
Diverse local art collection
Authentic Hawaiian craftsmanship
Award-winning gallery
Secure global shipping
Services
Art Gallery
Showcasing Hawaii's finest artists since 1990, our gallery features rotating exhibits of paintings, prints, and mixed media works. Each piece undergoes rigorous quality assessment before display. Visitors experience curated collections that reflect Hawaii's cultural heritage and contemporary artistic innovation.
Hawaiian Jewelry
Offering handcrafted jewelry from local designers including Beach Girls Jewelry and Sonny Ching Designs. Pieces incorporate traditional Hawaiian materials like koa wood and seashells. Each item represents authentic island craftsmanship with modern design elements for wearable art.
Woodturning
Specializing in turned wooden bowls, vases, and koa wood boxes. Artists like Tom Young create functional art using native Hawaiian woods. Each piece highlights natural grain patterns through meticulous sanding and finishing techniques that preserve the wood's organic character.
Ceramics
Featuring functional and decorative ceramics handmade in Hawaii by artists like Jeff Chang. Our collection includes both traditional forms and experimental designs. Each piece combines island aesthetics with practical use for home and commercial settings.
Print Services
Providing giclee printing and custom framing services for select artworks. Using archival materials ensures color accuracy and longevity. Customers can order reproductions in various sizes while maintaining the original work's artistic integrity through advanced digital printing technology.
Questions
What types of artwork does Nohea Gallery offer?
We feature paintings, jewelry, woodturning, ceramics, prints, and local crafts from 22+ Hawaiian artists.
Does the gallery ship internationally?
Yes, we provide secure global shipping with insurance-compliant packaging for all items.
Are there any charitable initiatives?
Our Honolulu Woodturners show benefits the Hawaii Foodbank through special exhibition sales.
How can I verify artwork authenticity?
All works come directly from local artists with proper documentation and artist statements.
What are the gallery's operating hours?
Open daily 10 AM-7 PM Mon-Sat and 10 AM-5 PM Sundays at Kahala Mall location.
