Roots Up Gallery

Savannah, United States

4.4

5 reviews

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Telephone:
+1 912-677-2845
Website:
www.rootsupgallery.com
Address:
6 E Liberty St 2nd Fl, Savannah, GA, 31401
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
0.4 midot stop
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Local time (Savannah) 22:12 Tuesday, 3 June 2025

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Description

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Roots Up Gallery is a regional & folk art gallery located in the heart of Historic Savannah, GA. We specialize in folk art by self-​taught, outsider, visionary and local artists. Our mix of artists includes Jimmy Lee Sudduth, Howard Finster, Missionary Mary Proctor along with a host of local Savannah artists such as Betsy Cain, Panhandle Slim, Rebecca Sipper, and none other than Rudolph Valentino «Rudy» Bostic.

Roots Up is owned and operated by Leslie Lovell and Francis Allen. We’ve had a passion for «non-​traditional» art and we’re pleased to share this fun and approachable art with you. As you’re looking feel free to take a seat, have a glass of iced tea and talk for a while.

Our diverse selection of vernacular folk art includes paintings, sculptures, pottery and jewelry.

We are located on the parlor level of an 1854 mansion at 6 E. Liberty Street by the intersection of Bull Street.

History

Established in 2014.

Roots Up Gallery grew out of the personal folk art collection of its owners, Leslie Lovell and Francis Allen, who spent several years tracking down folk artists around the southeastern United States.

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5 reviews of Roots Up Gallery

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Place rating: 4
Warren, NJ
Cool place. Definitely affordable pricing. Though I did not find anything for my tastes there the «Folk Art» and regional description serves the place well. If you are into that style this is the place for you and even if you are not it is worth a quick step up the stairs to check the place out.
Place rating: 5
Brooklyn, NY
This charming and fascinating gallery carries an array of self-​taught and outsider artists. Whether you’re new to this type of art or have been well-​acquainted with the subject for years, you’ll find something fascinating in this spot. The owners, Francis and Leslie, are knowledgeable and personable, and were great at helping me find a gift for a friend this holiday. Perfect for tourists looking for a piece of the South, or Savannah residents searching for a unique conversation piece for their homes. Also good to note – they have a number of smaller items good for carry-​on luggage if you’re flying from a distance, like me. :) Prices range from inexpensive to high-​end, depending on what you’re looking for.
Also, tasty treats in the back! Make sure you check out the Artful Kitchen.
Place rating: 5
Savannah, GA
Roots Up is a unique and wonderful place to view great art by Georgia-​based folk and outsider artists. And the prices and super affordable. Owners Francis and Leslie and warm and knowledgeable.
Place rating: 3
Pooler, GA
I will say everything is a bit different than I have seen in similar places. I am not quite sure why it is called a «Gallery» I was expecting to see all sorts of paintings.
If you want things made by local artist for your home mostly this is the place. I did see a mug but I looked at the price of $ 40 and thought there was nothing unique about it worthy of the $ 40 dollar price tag.
Still looking for those small stores with cute finds.
Place rating: 5
Savannah, GA
Hands down the most interesting, unique and diverse gallery in Savannah. Their collection of local & regional folk artists is impressive and the prices are extremely competitive. Whether you are a serious collector or just looking for something interesting to bring home from Savannah, Roots Up Gallery is a must.