Photo courtesy of Karen Elowitt
Photo courtesy of Karen Elowitt

Mango Tango Art Gallery

Type: Art Galleries

10Best Says

Just outside the hustle and bustle of Charlotte Amalie, this popular, long-standing gallery sells works by local and internationally recognized artists who spend all or part of their time in the Caribbean. In addition to paintings, sculpture and photography, the gallery, which is more than 20 years old, also carries crafts, ceramics, glasswork, textiles, ironwork, wood sculpture and more by the likes of Don Dahlke, Brian Murphy, Dana Wylder and others who have gained world renown. The airy gallery also offers framing services, an impressive selection of historical Caribbean maps and a sampling of Haitian art.

Address:

Rte 38, Raphune Hill
00802

Phone:

340-777-3060

EXPERT TIPS BY: Chelle Koster Walton
Naples Local Expert

Shopping near Cruise Port - St. Thomas: "During monthly art shows December through May, the gallery presents the work of emerging artists and the creations of Caribbean artists with international recognition."
St. Thomas' Best Shopping: "During monthly art shows December through May the gallery presents the work of emerging artists and the creations of Caribbean artists with international recognition."

Best for Shopping near Cruise Port - St. Thomas Because: Cruise ship passengers who want to learn more about local culture and find authentic souvenirs should head here.
Best for St. Thomas' Best Shopping Because: Mango Tango carries unique and innovative works by island artists and artisans.

EXPERT TIPS BY: Karen Elowitt
U.S. Virgin Islands Local Expert

Best Shopping: "To save money getting there, you can take a "dollar taxi" (a public safari bus) from just in front of Vendor's Plaza downtown. If you're not sure where to get off, just ask anyone on the bus to tell you where Al Cohen's mall is."