our story
Hangups Gallery is an individually owned, locally operated “mom-and-pop” business located in Lincoln, Nebraska.
After graduating with a degree in Architecture from UNL and a five year stint as an Air Force Pilot, Steve Petersen started a small woodworking business called Wooden Stuff in 1974. The business featured wooden toys, signs, cabinets and furniture. All of the items were designed and handcrafted in our own woodworking studio and sold in our retail gift shops.
Over the years the gift lines were expanded to include posters and readymade frames. Custom framing was later added and the business eventually transformed into the award-winning gallery and custom frame shop that you see today.
The name was changed to Hangups Gallery in 1983 to better reflect the nature of our business.
we’re unique
We feature over 3,000 moulding options and an equally impressive array of matting choices, colors and textures—we truly have something for every style and budget. Specializing in conservation framing techniques and utilizing only the highest quality materials, we can help assure that your prized art or memorabilia will last for generations.
Our staff of framers and designers (all with degrees in art) have over 60 years of combined experience. They are particularly talented and creative when it comes to designing and guiding you through the process of selecting that just right frame/mat combination.
what we do
We are a full-service custom picture framing company. Our workshop is equipped to handle a wide variety of framing projects. We have experience in framing Original & Fine Art, Certificates, Diplomas Shadowboxes, Needle Art, Sports Jerseys & Memorabilia, Children’s Art, Family Pictures, Wedding Portraits, Military Medals & Awards.
business challenge
Staying ahead of the ever-changing economy and business climate has been the challenge. Framing techniques and technology have changed considerably over the past 30 years. There are new, improved framing materials that provide better protection for artwork and framed objects. Preservation has become a primary focus, with an emphasis on delaying the aging process of framed art. While many frame shops have opened and closed over the years, we have been able to remain a major player in the framing business in Lincoln.
Steve Petersen, Owner
71st & Pioneers Blvd
402-486-4066