Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Authentic Native American Jewelry & Crafts in Amherst, NH
The Turquoise Shop has been a trusted destination for authentic Native American craftsmanship since 1973. Founded by Virginia and Lee Fraser on a whim during the late 1960s, our journey began at Hampton Beach before evolving into a year-round retail presence in Nashua, New Hampshire. Under Catherine Edmonds' ownership since 1995, we continue our family legacy of connecting Northeast customers with the rich cultural heritage of Southwest artisans. Our expertise lies in curating handcrafted treasures directly from Native American communities across New Mexico and Arizona, including jewelry, pottery, and ceremonial artifacts. Every piece in our collection reflects generations of artistic tradition, from Navajo sand paintings to Zuni fetish carvings.We maintain rigorous quality standards through direct relationships with creators, ensuring authenticity in every item we offer. Our 50-year commitment to cultural preservation and customer satisfaction has made us a regional authority on Southwest Native American art. Visitors experience our unique inventory through both physical store hours and curated online selections, with detailed provenance information available for every collection. This enduring dedication to bridging geographical and cultural divides defines our business philosophy today.
Services
Native American Jewelry
Handcrafted Pottery
Southwest Wall Art
Ceremonial Artifacts
Earth Rhythms Instruments
Collectible Storytellers
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We maintain 50 years of direct relationships with Southwest Native American artisans
- Our family-owned business guarantees authenticity of every handcrafted piece
- We offer both traditional and contemporary Native American art forms
- Our inventory includes rare ceremonial artifacts unavailable elsewhere regionally
- We provide detailed cultural context for every item we sell
What people say
Beautiful turquoise pendant
Reasonable price
Varied selection
Stunning authentic pieces
Special appeal
Services
Native American Jewelry
We offer authentic turquoise jewelry and silverwork crafted by Navajo, Zuni, and Santo Domingo artists. Each piece carries cultural significance and traditional techniques passed through generations. Our collection includes pendants, necklaces, and rings sourced directly from Native American reservations.
Pueblo Pottery
Our pottery collection features handcrafted vessels from multiple Pueblo communities. Items include wedding vases, olla jars, and storyteller figures made using both traditional coil methods and contemporary techniques. Each piece showcases regional artistic styles and cultural narratives.
Ceremonial Artifacts
We provide authentic ceremonial items including Navajo sand paintings, Hopi Kachinas, and Zuni fetishes. These sacred objects represent spiritual traditions and are acquired through ethical channels that respect cultural protocols and artist rights.
Earth Rhythms Instruments
Our inventory includes traditional Taos and Cochiti drums, ceremonial rattles, and handcrafted flutes. These instruments serve both decorative and functional purposes for personal or group spiritual practices and cultural celebrations.
Southwest Wall Art
We curate wall art featuring Navajo sand paintings, acrylic works by Jade Potts, and Algonquin gourd masks. These pieces combine aesthetic value with cultural storytelling, offering unique decorative options rooted in Native American traditions.
People
Catherine Edmonds
Owner
Catherine Edmonds has owned The Turquoise Shop since 1995, continuing her parents' legacy of connecting Northeast customers with authentic Southwest Native American artistry through direct relationships with artisans.
Questions
What types of Native American jewelry do you offer?
We specialize in turquoise and silver jewelry from Navajo, Zuni, and Santo Domingo artists, including pendants, necklaces, and rings made using traditional techniques.
How long have you been in business?
The Turquoise Shop has operated continuously since 1973, making us one of the Northeast's longest-standing retailers of authentic Southwest Native American crafts.
Do you source products directly from artisans?
Yes, we maintain direct relationships with Native American artists across New Mexico and Arizona, purchasing items directly on reservations to ensure authenticity.
What other Southwest artifacts do you carry?
Beyond jewelry, we offer Pueblo pottery, Navajo sand paintings, Hopi Kachinas, Zuni fetishes, ceremonial drums, and traditional wall art from Native American creators.
Where are you located?
Our physical store operates at 76 NH-101A, Amherst, NH 03031, with regular hours Tuesday-Saturday, and we serve customers nationwide through our online collection.
