The Alley Gallery in Louisville turns boring alley doors into mini art galleries, featuring over…read more130 vibrant vinyl murals by local artists. It's like a hidden art scavenger hunt downtown--small but full of charm. Great for exploring, easy to miss, and totally worth the detour.

Public art from local artists! I've known for awhile that businesses have been encouraged to hire…read moreartists to design a door belonging to their building; however, I haven't naturally bumped into many. After visiting the website I learned a map is available to download. While downtown I visited the Louisville Visitors Center, which is near the Hyatt Regency, and I noticed a painted door I'd never seen before. I was so excited! Time to find more. Love the mission behind Alley Gallery, to support local art and beautify Louisville.

Have you ever had those days where you head out not knowing where you're going, but knowing you'll…read moreend up somewhere great? That's what happened today when a friend and I stumbled into Kore Gallery. The gallery has been in this rehabbed warehouse space over a year. They have monthly events with the artists, wine, cheese. The space is actually rather large. Fun pit stop to you day; and if you'd got some cash to spend, check out the works here. I

If you love and appreciate oddities, you must walk inside this shop. Each time I know that I'm not…read moregoing to buy anything big, and yet I can't not stop in. I find their art, buttons, stickers, jewelry, and books interesting and fun, and open boxes of their selection of tarot and oracle cards let you browse the imagery. Don't miss their incense sticks at the front counter. Many of these have sweet, fruity smells and I'm excited to burn them.

Awesome local art & niche decor! I feel like I could spend hours looking through all their…read moreinventory, def coming back for more!

Imagine an art gallery where it's the best part of Halloween all the time. A place with an amazing…read moreselection of prints, ceramics, one-of-a-kind pieces, jewelry, and housewares. That's Aurora. Everywhere you look, you will see something fascinating tucked into a corner somewhere. The staff is so nice and helpful, prices are great for a gallery, and they support real local Louisville artists. A one of a kind place to shop or just enjoy the art on every inch of the walls.

Honestly, I'm obsessed!…read more Aurora Gallery & Boutique is awesome! I'm going to be recommending this shop (and art gallery) to everyone I know. I loved everything inside, from the bath salts, to candles, to pins, to jewelry.. it's all so my style. Plus, the artwork is fantastic! The show I saw displayed was absolutely gorgeous! If you're in the market for artwork, Aurora is a great spot to visit. I will definitely be frequenting Aurora, both for myself and for gift shopping. They offer so many items in the shop, both big and small, in a range of prices, so it's the perfect place to check out if you're picking up something for a loved one (or simply to treat yourself). Do yourself a favor and check this spot out. I have a feeling you're going to find something you love!

Had a group of 7 that went here to make glass works paperweight. It was an amazing experience. The…read moreowners are fun and welcoming. I learned much about the process and got hands on experience. Price was perfect for the experience and the time we spent with the experts. Highly recommend!!​

From the owner: ACME Artworks is housed in a 24,000 sq. ft. building with 26 artist rental spaces, two exhibition…read morespaces, event and classroom space, and maker studios for glass, metal, wood, and other activities. We teach “Make-it!” glassblowing classes every Saturday during our hotshop season (Oct. - May). Our projects change seasonally so there’s something for everyone! We also offer 6 week intensive glassblowing classes as well as Date Nights. Our classes are very hands on and we assist you in making your creation in smaller sized classes to ensure a fun and memorable experience!

This place got it some art in it! Lotsa art. Speed Art Museum seems small, but it contains a lot in…read morea little space. I saw some big names, like Picasso, but it is also a place to find folk artists and local Kentucky and Southern artists. They have all kinds of stuff here. I enjoyed looking at all of the artwork -- paintings, sculptures and such. But my favorite part of Speed Art Museum is Art Sparks, a gallery that's designed for all ages, but especially children. There are lots of hands-on activities in Art Sparks, plus places to sit and read books or just spread out and play. Spaces like this are important to have in art museums, and I'm glad that Speed designated a space just for children. I had a teen and a tween with me during my visit, and we spent a good portion of time in the Art Sparks area. My children do just fine in an art museum, but they're not going to read any of the placards or absorb any of the nuances that surround each art piece. So this interactive area suit them just fine. Random but related: This museum smells amazing! I don't know what kind of candle they have burning here or what kind of fragrance they have piped into the vents, but the ambient scent is so nice.

This was the perfect rainy day adventure!…read more A parking structure was located adjacent to the museum with an hourly lot. We paid a military discount with proof of ID and museum maps were digital with just the ease of a scan. Off we went and decided to start above and work our way down. We took our time through the many various sections- I really enjoyed the European art especially the various Dutch artists, the Vanessa Warren exhibit, the Renaissance, and some of the contemporary art. One thing that stood out from many other museums I've visited, was not only a description of the origin of the piece, but also a small story behind it. We really appreciated that! Probably spent around 3 hours or so on our visit. I would give yourself about that much time. The cafe was closed while we were here, and eating or drinking throughout the museum was not allowed. Clean restrooms throughout. They do offer free lightweight fold up stools which is a nice feature, especially if you get tired or just want to spend more time looking at an art piece. They do have a small museum store and I ended up buying the Highlights book of the Speed Museum.. Highlights are my must have at any museum I visit : ) Don't forget to check out the outdoor sculptures!

Ultra Pop is still thriving! It has a good home on Barret Ave alongside the other quirky shops and…read moreplaces to snack. Loved the metal masks and Halloween decor, followed closely by candy. The shop is full of books, comic books and pop figures, some not for sale but fun to look at. Always a friendly greeting when visiting and the store is nicely organized, making the small spot easy to shop.

Great shop with hard-to-find toys, comics, books and more. Organized, clean, and friendly!read more