Founded in 1977, Hanson Galleries is a retailer of American fine arts, gift items and souvenirs. It offers a variety of handcrafted furniture and wood accessories, art glass, jewelry and ceramics materials. The company has a collection of materials from various artists, such as Stuart Abelman, Katherine Aberle, Ben Ansley, Dale Apple, Eric Arcese and Steve Baldwin. It also provides various services, including gift boxing, shipping, gift certification and repairing artwork items. Hanson Galleries is located in Houston. The company additionally organizes several events that include the Ikebana, which is a sale of various items, including glass, wood and ceramic vases, and special Ikebana art for wall and tabletops.