Being a student at KCAI, I have been to my share of galleries in town, but last night was the first…read morenight I actually ventured to the Hilliard Gallery. Kansas City Cabaret was hosting their Beginning Burlesque Recital, of five fresh ladies that just graduated a burlesque class taught my the lovely Ms. Mary Magdelene (the dancing queen.) Besides the girls doing so well for their first burlesque show, the gallery space was really nice too. They had a really good sound system and wonderful video projections playing trippy spliced Betty Page videos. All of the artwork in the gallery is for sale, too! I guess the owner rents the space out for basically any event (wedding receptions, parties, burlesque recitals, art shows, art performances, you name it...) I think it's really cool that you can host basically any event in a space filled with amazing local art!

This is a cute gallery located in the Crossroads and is a staple for my First Friday outings. The…read morespace is super cool and the front gallery always has a rotating artist. The inner gallery changes less but still has a good variety of pieces and mediums. I've bought more art from this gallery than any other in the Crossroads and I always make sure to hit it up for my Christmas shopping. If you want photography, paintings, ceramics, jewelry or sculpture, this gallery has it all. They ship if you are traveling or if you are shopping on a Frist Fridays and can't carry it around all night, they'll hold it for you. The people who own and run this place are always super friendly and helpful. There is a reason I always come back!

What a perfect fall evening and so excited it could happen this year! There are several stages…read morethroughout the plaza for live music. Walk up and down streets and see so many different art mediums for artists all over the country. Paintings, photography, jewelry, wood working, fiber ... so many various crafts to learn about and purchase a unique piece! You can purchase small bites or full meals from various local food venues up and down side streets ... the smells are tantalizing. Tip... go down the sides for shorter lines!!! Also cash only lines are ALOT shorter ( yes apparently using cash is a thing again). The event is free to explore and the people watching is fantastic!

One of the most organized and biggest art fair in Kansas CIty. Love when the art festival is here,…read moreit's a sign that Autumn is here. For this year 2023, Didn't really had any expectations because it's always been a good time here. The art here was amazing, lots of different artists and the uniqueness they provide. Love the friday night stage, they played some good live music at the main stage. I always love the food vendors here because you know it will be good regardless you go to their restaurant or their tent. This year, we had the granfalloon brunt end's nacho. THOSE WERE BOMB DOT COM. Delicious and fulfulling. So tempting to go back to the art fair again to just seek those. Can't wait to see what next year will provide.

Really enjoyable stop in the Crossroads. The interior is spacious and comfortable -- they've got…read morecouches, which you don't often see in a gallery, and it never feels crammed or cluttered. Sophisticated space, well laid out. Easy to find, parking was no issue, and it's a great in-and-out visit -- you can see everything in 10-15 minutes without feeling rushed.

Saturday after breakfast I was fortunate to be just a skip down from the gallery…read more I walked in through the garage doors. The Gallery itself is spacious. I enjoyed featured artists like Hunt Slonem and Joe Ramiro Garcia. The art on view is fun and unique. I would definitely recommend strolling in if you're in the area - it's a great way to brighten your day! Perfect place to stop if you are an art collector!

This is a beautiful place with a lot of things to do and see! I love it during the summer, but…read morethere's always something to do in kc.

First Fridays is this organic event that is ever evolving into something better. Art installations,…read moremusic, hands on community involvement, food and drinks. Fire dancers, graffiti artists, pop up bands, drinks on the patio, it can be whatever experience appeals to you the most. The art galleries are always there even in the winter with their doors open. Block after block with something new. Vendors, sometimes free samples or live bands or watching an artist create something. Of course their is always the people watching which is a sport unto it self. It definitely started with the focus being on the art but it's grown into so much more. Feels more all inclusive but I do believe this is in large part to a creativity that really resonates and keeps people coming back but also participating. Perfectly acceptable to go solo, date, group, family friends, kids, all are accounted for. You don't have to start the night out with a meal, but that's usually the route I go and than walk it off. Coffee, beer, wine, popsicles, ice cream, chocolate shops it's all available. Parking! Yikes! That can be rough but persistence will pay off and if you don't mind walking a spot will eventually materialize. Their are some parking garages available and with the street car available that might help, just allow for the extra time.

This lovely, unassuming gallery/artists resource center has been serving the creative community of…read morethe Kansas City region for over 30 years. Ten times each year they stage exhibits in their three, adjoining galleries, located in the ArtSpace building in the River Market. Their showings are sometimes individual artists and other times regionally selected groups of artists, including their annual student shows highlighting the works of emerging college students. Besides presenting exhibits, they serve their professional creative membership with seminars and classes on marketing, accounting, the law pertaining to the business of art, grant writing and submitting for public art commissions. They also serve as a resource center in introducing voluminous catalogues of the works of their members to prospective buyers, including corporations, designers and discerning individuals. They are just completing a new addition, an artist(s) in residency studio, which will provide living and working facilities for artists selected from around the globe. What an exciting, under the radar, opportunity for Kansas City to reach the world! It's one of my favorite places to view art in KC, up there with the Nelson. Calm, inviting, and I always feel as though I can look for hours without anyone feeling the need to "inform and advise". However, if I have questions or comments, the staff is always ready to offer what they may. Another nearly hidden gem.

There are 6 interior galleries with an exterior sculptures around the building. The Kemper is…read morefree. There is small parking lot around the building as well as street parking. I am counting the restaurant ( Oil on Linen ) as a gallery because it features The History of Art by Frederick James Brown. It's a huge series that highlights major artists over the past couple centuries. The atrium is the second gallery that has rotating works and permanent installations. There are four other galleries as well. There are two on each sides of the center. Each of the galleries rotates and has a theme or single artist.

Disappointed some of the exhibits were closed, but you could power through this place in about 20…read moreminutes. Nice a little café with good coffee and snacks. The atrium actually was a piece of art, which is kind of cool.... 15 minute walk to the plaza... parking is a little challenging, but no big deal.

First Fridays open creative arts studio where you can buy young talented artist work and live music…read moreon hand. Such a warm and welcoming space with great unique art work: screen prints, sculptures, gelli prints, and more... visual art created by artist in their programs.

This is a must stop when down in the Crossroads, especially during First Friday. Area adults with…read moredevelopmental disabilities sell their artwork here and also use the space to create their work. This is a great way for the artists to make income. 80% of the price goes directly to the artist. The remaining 20% is used to buy products for the artists to use. If you can not make it on First Friday, you can stop by on a weekday to see the work. I purchased a great piece and I am looking forward to visiting and adding to my collection. The best part was meeting the artist and his excitement knowing his artwork was getting a home and would be enjoyed. Thanks Josh! I love Gizmo!

Love MOD. Any first fridays this is the place to be, it gets bumping! Upgrade from my underage…read moredays-live DJ is usually spinning now, setting a rad vibe. What hasn't changed one bit? The Titos sponsored bar that is donation only for Titos straight up and mixers range from $3-$4 and the drinks are always poured right for a Friday night...especially if you opt for that straight Titos option. The art work is pretty trippy, sometimes borderline contemporary but never "dark", with painted mannequins dotting the gallery that have been there for well over five years now. And walking back through the disheveled art storage space to get outside to the back bar, that barely faces crossroads-through terrain of parking lot and city street and crossroads parking lot-is always a fun journey, if you pay attention to the rejected art destined to this purgatory you may even see something that catches your eye-I know I have! Sometimes on first fridays the music spills over to the back bar setup, or back alley if you wanna get technical, and you get two different DJs and two separate white plastic cups with the TITOS logo on em haha. Support this local gallery, it's easy to find too because the front is "graf'ed" up or for those not in the know, graffiti is how they choose to represent the name MOD on the front of their building, so Next first friday make MOD your first and last stop-tip generously for your Titos and maybe buy some kc (alt) art while you're at it!

This is the place to be on First Friday…read more Part art gallery and part music venue. The art gallery rotates presenting artists. It also sells selected works and hosts interactive events like painting classes. The music venue schedules mostly electronic and dance-based performers. The events are usually scheduled on weekend evenings however special events will pop up from time to time. It's a little small inside, but the sound is pretty good. Lights are okay. A cash bar with limited beers and mixed drinks is available.