For the art lover on your gift list, UC Davis and other nearby entities carry plenty of art merchandise and giftable pieces of art. Whether your taste leans toward a scarf sporting the beloved Eggheads, a campus sculpture by Robert Arneson, or a handmade tote bag from the Gorman Museum of Native American Art on campus, there are plenty of great artsy places to shop in Davis and the greater Sacramento area for your friends and loved ones.

This holiday season, gift the joy of art with a variety of Native American items responsibly sourced from artists and artisans from Native American organizations at the Gorman Museum's Gift Shop. Some of the items they carry are artisanally made glassware, mugs, blankets, pillows, keychains, bags, cards, and prints. Visit the Gorman Museum of Native American Art at 181 Old Davis Road, open Wednesday-Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. 

Brands and artists currently included in the Gorman Museum of Native American Art's shop:

• Bison Naturals
• California Native Glass
• Courtney Yazzie
• Dancing Butterfly Naturals
• Eighth Generation
• Eric Wilder
• Indigenous Collections
• Lyn Risling
• Medicine of the People
• Meyo Maruffo
• Midnight Studios
• Shawl Lady
• The NTVS
• Totem House Design
• Trickster

For more information on how to visit the Gorman Museum of Native American Art, visit here.

The UC Davis Eggheads, created by the late sculptor and UC Davis Professor Robert Arneson, are a key part of the UC Davis campus and community. This year was the 30th anniversary of the last Egghead’s installation on campus, prompting a wonderful new line of UC Davis merchandise featuring them. For your Aggie Egghead lovers, the UC Davis Egghead shop is online. You can find pieces like puzzles, scarves, hoodies, tote bags, and more all available for purchase. Shop the online collection of incredible Egghead pieces here. Once items sell out, they will not be reproduced. 

The Pence Gallery also features a holiday market that is guaranteed to impress any art enthusiast. Currently running from now until Tuesday, Dec. 24, the market is open daily from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m at 212 D. Street. With over 50 participating artists, you’re sure to find something you love. 

Some participating artists include:

Airy Krich-Brinton with painted quail egg ornaments

Alison Morse with sterling silver jewelry

Barbara Boren with botanical monotype prints

Debbie Keller with framed altered photos

Eileen Hendren with ceramics & mixed media art

Jackie Boutin with ceramic animals

Heather Hogan with art cards, coasters & patches

Mélange Collection with handmade crochet gifts

Sheri Kindsvater with fused glass art and ornaments

Some other places you might be interested in with wonderful art-oriented gifts include:

• The Davis Craft and Vintage Fair: On Sundays at Central Park, local artists and artisans gather to sell their handmade crafts, artwork, and upcycled goods accompanied by free live music. Check it out Dec. 1 and Dec. 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• The Crocker Museum Store in Sacramento: Shop at the Crocker Museum’s store with gifts and pieces inspired by current art on display in their galleries. Enjoy their selection of catalogues, printed publications, apparel, and jewelry made by local artists including pieces made just for the Crocker Museum. The museum is open Wednesdays through Sundays at 216 O. Street.
• The Artery: Not only can you shop at The Artery’s gift store in person at 207 G Street, but you can now shop online for your favorite pieces. For information on their varying holiday hours, visit their website here.
• Amazon: For quick and easy online shopping experience, the UC Davis Amazon page offers some lovely Aggie themed holiday ornaments such as this snowflake and this heart to make whatever you choose to decorate a little extra special.