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Gallery NAGA In the neo-Gothic Church of the Covenant, Gallery NAGA
exhibits contemporary paintings, photography, and studio furniture, often by New
England artists. A stop here is a must if you want to see holography (trust me, you
do). Closed Sunday and Monday. 67 Newbury St. & 617/267-9060. www.gallerynaga.com. T:
Green Line to Arlington.
International Poster Gallery Yes, posters are art—as you'll see before
you even cross the threshold of this extraordinary gallery. It features extensive collec-
tions of French, Swiss, Soviet, and Italian vintage posters, and thousands of other
posters, including originals from around the world. The accommodating staff will
comb its databases (cyber and cerebral) to help you find the exact image you want,
and the website is a great resource. The theme of the works on display changes three
or four times a year. Prices start at $50, with most between $500 and $2,000. 205 New-
bury St. & 617/375-0076. www.internationalposter.com. T: Green Line to Copley.
Nielsen Gallery Owner Nina Nielsen personally selects the contemporary artists
who exhibit in her gallery (which opened in 1963), and she has great taste. You might
see the work of a young, newly discovered talent or that of a more established artist.
Closed Sunday and Monday. 179 Newbury St. & 617/266-4835. www.nielsengallery.com. T: Green
Line to Copley.
Pepper Gallery I wandered in here after visiting the Robert Klein Gallery (see
below) and found myself captivated by the top-notch work of living contemporary artists,
especially representational painters. You may see prints, photographs, and abstract work
as well. Closed Sunday and Monday. 38 Newbury St., 4th floor. &

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617/236-4497. www.

peppergalleryboston.com. T: Green Line to Arlington.
Pucker Gallery The eclectic offerings here include African, Asian, Inuit, and
Israeli art; contemporary paintings, prints, drawings, sculpture, and ceramics by
regional and international artists; and excellent photographs. The staff is eager to dis-
cuss the art, which spreads over five floors. 171 Newbury St. & 617/267-9473. www.pucker
gallery.com. T: Green Line to Copley.
Robert Klein Gallery For 19th- to 21st-century photography, head here.
Among the dozens of artists represented are Diane Arbus, Robert Mapplethorpe, Man
Ray, and Ansel Adams. Closed Sunday and Monday. 38 Newbury St., 4th floor. & 617/
267-7997. www.robertkleingallery.com. T: Green Line to Arlington.
Vose Galleries of Boston One of Vose's specialties is Hudson River School
paintings—fitting, because the business and the mid-19th-century movement are
about the same age. The Vose family (now in its sixth generation) runs the oldest con-
tinuously operating gallery in the United States, which opened in 1841. You'll see
works of the Boston School and American Impressionists among the 18th-, 19th-, and
early-20th-century American paintings, as well as contemporary pieces by American
realists. Closed Sunday. 238 Newbury St. & 617/536-6176. www.vosegalleries.com. T: Green Line
to Copley, or Green Line B, C, or D to Hynes Convention Center.
BOOKS
The Boston area is a book-lover's paradise. It's an important stop on most author
tours; check the local papers or stop by any store that sells new books for details on
readings and book-signings.
Barnes & Noble The well-stocked Prudential Center branch of the national chain
offers both a cafe and plenty of kids' events. Barnes & Noble runs most of the college