Hello Galena

Hello Galena Hello Galena! is a non profit artists' cooperative in beautiful historic downtown Galena, Ill. Take a peek inside at the treasures you will find at Hello Galena!

We have local pottery, jewelry, paintings, local music, fiber arts, local books, children's items, stained glass, photography, handmade pens and much more. We are a block off Main Street, but worth the few extra steps to Commerce Street. The store is staffed by volunteers and artist-members. Since Hello Galena! was founded in July 2004, we have grown to over 65 artists representing our wonderfullly talented and diverse local arts community.

The long weekend is here, and the local artists’ co-op shop is OPEN each day. Stop at 121 N. Commerce St., just one bloc...
09/05/2026

The long weekend is here, and the local artists’ co-op shop is OPEN each day. Stop at 121 N. Commerce St., just one block off Main St. (1BOM) to see toys, stained glass art, photography, bowls, books, baskets, bottle stoppers, Galena souvenirs, and more. Bonus: one of the artists is IN to inspire and inform. Open: today through Monday from 9-5.

Start your long weekend with a stop at 121 N. Commerce Street, the local artists co-op gallery and shop called “Hello Ga...
09/04/2026

Start your long weekend with a stop at 121 N. Commerce Street, the local artists co-op gallery and shop called “Hello Galena!” Everything is ON: lights, AC, art on display, and hospitality. Browse the items for any age or interest and in a variety of price ranges; it’s affordable for all to own or give. BONUS: one of the volunteer artists is IN to help every day this weekend from 9-5.

Light-weight cover-ups on hot September Summer days are what makes the outfit, either casual or formal. Find classy “Sco...
09/03/2026

Light-weight cover-ups on hot September Summer days are what makes the outfit, either casual or formal. Find classy “Sconchos” at Hello Galena! The local artists’ co-op gallery and gift shop displays distinctive items for all ages in variety of price ranges. The location is easy to find, just one block off Main Street toward the river – 121 N. Commerce St. OPEN today through Monday from 9-5.

August is almost gone, but ART is still here at 121 N. Commerce St. Come in today from 10-2; see the wonderful work of 4...
08/31/2026

August is almost gone, but ART is still here at 121 N. Commerce St. Come in today from 10-2; see the wonderful work of 40 local artists and hand crafters: from baskets, books, and bowls to wearables, watercolors, and wooden toys. You will be amazed!

So much awesomeness all in one space! Find the works of local artists and craftspeople at 121 N. Commerce St. just one b...
08/30/2026

So much awesomeness all in one space! Find the works of local artists and craftspeople at 121 N. Commerce St. just one block off Main St. (1BOM) The co-op gallery and gift shop is OPEN today from 9-5; Monday from 10-2.

Before going to the Galena Bicentennial Corn Boil, be sure to stop at 121 N. Commerce Street and find art by one of 40 l...
08/29/2026

Before going to the Galena Bicentennial Corn Boil, be sure to stop at 121 N. Commerce Street and find art by one of 40 local artists to take home. The volunteer-run, all-art, co-op shop has something for any age or interest and in a variety of price ranges. OPEN: today and Sunday from 9-5; Monday from 10-2.

Authentic creations are everywhere in Galena: live music, Irish dancers, honey directly from the hive, and works of art ...
08/28/2026

Authentic creations are everywhere in Galena: live music, Irish dancers, honey directly from the hive, and works of art by local artists. Stop in and see the artwork and handcrafted items on display at Hello Galena! The artists’ gallery and shop is OPEN each day this weekend from 9-5, and one of the artist volunteers is IN to help.

The only thing better than a beautiful Summer Thursday is new awesome ART at 121 N. Commerce St., just one block off Mai...
08/27/2026

The only thing better than a beautiful Summer Thursday is new awesome ART at 121 N. Commerce St., just one block off Main St. (1BOM). The volunteer-run, all-art, co-op shop has something for any age or interest and in a variety of price ranges. OPEN today from 9-5.

So much awesomeness all in one space! Find the works of local artists and craftspeople at 121 N. Commerce St. just one b...
08/24/2026

So much awesomeness all in one space! Find the works of local artists and craftspeople at 121 N. Commerce St. just one block off Main St. (1BOM) The co-op gallery and gift shop is OPEN today from 10-4. BONUS: One of the artist volunteers is IN to help.

Address

121 N Commerce Street
Galena, IL
61036

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 2pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 2pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(815) 777-1448

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