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Malden Center, Malden, MA

The Gallery@57

Heads up: Paid program: $100 yearly fee, waived (with a higher revenue share) depending on how much you volunteer. Work is juried for originality, craftsmanship and marketability; work too similar to an existing consignor's may be declined. Volunteering is strongly encouraged. It has a gallery wall but is a retail gift shop.

Volunteer-run, artist-run gift shop and online store in Malden Center representing 60+ local artists, artisans and authors, with exhibitions, readings and classes.

Location
Malden Center, Malden, MA
Address
57 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA
Pitch method
Form, In person
Terms
Consignment: consignors receive 50% of revenue (higher with volunteering); payments monthly or once revenue reaches $50; the shop provides price tags
Buying model
Consignment
Split & fees
50% of each sale to the brand; $100 per year consignor fee; higher revenue share and fee waiver depending on volunteer hours (per their page, checked 2026-10-17).
Maker preferences
original, high-quality handmade work not duplicating existing consignors
Samples
Bring three physical products for review when they tell you to
Carries
Art, Jewelry, Home, Stationery, Books, Gifts
Last verified
2026-10-17

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