History
Years ago, owner Holly Pagliaro-Bergman was shackled to a hectic marketing job back east. On a trip to Arizona she discovered its charms and never looked back. She opened Wild Holly Gallery 12 years ago in a 660-square foot import gift shop on Easy Street in downtown Carefree, Arizona. Owner Holly Pagliaro-Bergman of Wild Holly Gallery in Carefree Arizona Owner Holly Pagliaro-Bergman of Wild Holly Gallery in Carefree Arizona At first, the shop specialized in garden art and water features. But because of her passion for American art, the space was soon too small. A few years later, she tore down a wall and doubled her space to make room for new items. By 2006 the shop had outgrown its space again. She bought the nearby historic Bradbury Building where the gallery is now located on the corner of Ho Hum Way at 22 Easy Street. The new gallery was renovated and opened in May of 2006. Diego the Cat Diego the Cat ... The Real Boss of the Gallery!
Specialties
Wild Holly Gallery is a spot to explore when you visit Carefree, Arizona. It's a sprawling art gallery located right in the heart of downtown that features American artists of all styles and mediums. The steel kinetic wind sculpture draws you inside and then the question becomes, 'Where do I start?' You'll be overwhelmed by the gallery's colors, textures and energy. What makes Wild Holly Gallery different among Carefree galleries? It's the eclecticism. You won't see this stunning array of art anywhere else in the Phoenix area. It has over 95 featured artists who come from all over the country. Styles range from traditional to ultra-modern with everything in between. The highly multifaceted collection includes paintings, pottery, jewelry, sculpture, copper, glass, and more. Its most talked about pieces are its fountains. Wild Holly Gallery began as a shop that sold fountains and garden art, and it has stayed close to its roots.