Art Galleries near Arcadia, CA

“Very cute bookstore with occasional different exhibition. Great news are lots of them come at free entrance so certainly worth exploring when in the area. If you’re into art, the collection they sell are plentiful as well. If you’re just a passer-bys like me, they sell cute cards and stickers. Pricing wise is similar to typical bookstores.”

“It was a great performance (Drum Tao). It was a truly memorable experience, and the staff was very nice and helpful when guiding us to our seats. Overall, it was a great experience.”

“Walking into this place feels like stepping into another universe — one made entirely of stories, history, and quiet magic. The moment you walk through the door, you’re surrounded by towering shelves and beautiful, chaotic stacks of books that feel lovingly curated rather than cluttered. It’s the kind of space where time slows down and you forget about your phone because you’re too busy discovering something unexpected.

Every corner feels alive. The warm lighting, the golden walls, the endless spines of books — it’s cozy, nostalgic, and deeply comforting. You don’t just shop here; you explore.

And the owner? Truly an angel. Kind, welcoming, and incredibly knowledgeable. You can feel how much heart and soul they’ve poured into this space. They don’t just sell books — they share stories, recommendations, and genuine warmth. The customer service alone makes you want to come back again and again.

If you love books, hidden gems, or places with real character, this is one of those rare magical spots that reminds you why independent shops matter. I’ll be thinking about this place for a long time. 💛”

“Take a step back in time to 1816 when The Old Mill was built. A functioning mill and the oldest commercial building in Southern California. From 11:00am-2:09pm you can visit the Museum and Art Gallery and discover how special this hidden gem is.”

“I’ve been taking Kimberly’s jewelry class for a couple of years and am continually learning new skills. She is an awesome instructor who brings so much experience and problem solving to her students. There are students of varying experience and there are so many different approaches to projects — it makes it really fun.”

“Professional, high quality and affordable.Purchased some art pieces as Christmas gifts and needed them hung onto frames. Called Artist Brand Canvas last minute and spoke to Nick. Nick was super friendly, provided creative ideas and was willing to help us same day. Showed up and was quickly helped with our project. Nick needed to customize the frames and offered us creative solutions. He provided us a super reasonable quote and asked us to return in about 10 minutes.We went to grab a quick refreshing drink and returned in about 15 minutes. Nick had prepared all of our paintings onto customized frames. It made the pictures more lively and exquisite.Thanks Nick and Artist Brand Canvas! Will be returning for all future projects.”

“Scott is genuinely one of the most talented, kind, thoughtful, connected & magical artists I have ever come across. He appreciates what it means to create a piece together and takes his time to consider if he's really the right fit and can honour your vision.

He has such a great way of editing a vision with skill and kindness to ensure it is ALL you want and more. My first piece by him continues to carry the energy of creation & brings me joy everyday. The strength power, movement and detail of my piece is unmatched and fits my body perfectly. He's also so great at knowing how to ensure the piece lives well with your body and where you envision it being.

His ability to create art on the skin canvas, as though it were an oil painting, is truly phenomenal.

It is a gift beyond measure to live the rest of your days with his creations. I cannot recommend Scott enough. A true rare talent in the world who will leave you grateful, speechless & in absolute wonder & awe.”

“Stopped by on a Sunday afternoon to take a peak at the free to see “From the Ground Up” exhibit. This gallery is small but engaging with a wide variety of contemporary artworks on display that all told a different but connected story. The gallery wasn’t crowded at all which allowed for an immersive art experience. I was able to find street parking close by without issue. They also host other exhibits periodically and offer art classes for children and adults. I haven’t been to one of these yet, but would love to in the future. A nice place to stop by for a bit to enjoy free art if you find yourself walking around in Old Pasadena.”

“The boss and his wife are awesome! kind! There are many antiques, objects, and bracelets! Family members who like antique bracelets should not miss this opportunity, family members, come on!”

“Johnny did an excellent job framing our beautiful artwork from Australia, and a special LA map that he restored and framed perfectly. Most of all, prices were definitely more than reasonable, you can customize as much or as little as you want, and the shop calls you when it's ready. We will definitely be returning for more projects!”

“I walked into this cute gallery in hopes that someone can help me frame some art work that l've had stored since my early college days. I was pleasantly surprised with a warm welcome and reassurance that I was at the right place for the job I needed done, and he was correct. Til now, Armando amazes me with his work ethic, level of professionalism and high quality craftsmanship. Im glad to have discovered this hidden gem within my community. This is by far my forever shop!”

“Nova Picture Framing in Pasadena is absolutely incredible! This was truly the best custom framing experience I have ever had. The quality of the work, attention to detail, and overall service were outstanding from start to finish. Hector, the owner, is wonderful, kind, knowledgeable, professional, and clearly takes great pride in his craft. He helped bring my piece to life beautifully, and the final result exceeded my expectations. I am so happy I found this frame shop and will definitely be coming back for more custom framing. Highly recommend Nova Picture Framing to anyone looking for exceptional service and beautiful craftsmanship! Thank you Hector!”

“Large antique store in old town with tons of dealers and pieces spanning across decades and regions. Wonderful walking around on a hot day to get some A/C and find hidden gems. Definitely check this place out.”