MARANA. Whether you are looking for a large piece of furniture or a smaller gift for someone back home, you will find intriguing items here. Handpicked from south of the border, the colorful collection also includes jewelry, tinware, wrought iron, pottery, textiles and decorative items, all displayed in a 15,000 square foot warehouse-type store.

DOWNTOWN. Fun and quirky, Bohemia deals exclusively in locally made art and fine crafts. Located in the Lost Barrio in a spacious former warehouse, the shop / gallery features the work of more than 200 local artists: jewelry, glass, handmade paper, furniture, sculpture, photography, paintings, clothing, candles and much more. A great place to look for unique gifts and non-standard mementos of Tucson, without having to wade through the usual Southwest kitsch of coyotes and strings of chili pepper lights.

DOWNTOWN. One of the linchpins of the Lost Barrio, the Davis Dominguez gallery is the largest in Tucson, and showcases the works of more than 30 amazingly talented regional artists. Within the walls of its 5400 square foot warehouse space, exhibits change every six weeks or so, with paintings and sculpture being the primary focus.

FOOTHILLS. Desert Son features a superb collection of contemporary Native American jewelry in gold, silver and turquoise. Other artistic home accents include impressive Navajo rugs and Hopi kachina dolls and pottery. Or adorn yourself with beautiful handmade belts and belt buckles. The art on display includes plenty of traditional and modern pieces that capture the unique beauty of the Southwest.

DOWNTOWN. One of the most respected galleries in Tucson, Dinnerware has been a showplace for local and regional art for more than 25 years. The not-for-profit gallery supports the visual arts through a variety of individual and group exhibits and juried shows, each roughly a month in duration. In addition to its regular hours, the gallery is open by appointment.