Columbia, Missouri Galleries
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Artlandish Gallery
1019 East Walnut 573-442-2999
artlandish@live.com
Located in The North Village Arts District, Artlandish Gallery, features the work of more than 40 artists and offers fine art and crafts and workshops in a studio setting. Every quarter, the gallery hosts The Catacombs Art Market & Bazaar, a lively art fair with music and dance.
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Bluestem Missouri Crafts
13 S. 9th Street 573-442-0211
customers@bluestemmissouricrafts.com
A showcase for the work of over 180 Missouri artists/crafts people, producing baskets, weaving, pottery, batik, jewelry, paper, iron-work, glass and wooden bowls, and toys. Come in and see the best of Missouri crafts. Honored as the number one contemporary American crafts gallery in the United States.
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Boone County National Bank
720 E. Broadway 573-874-8535

Boone County National Bank's collection of local, national and international art is comprised mostly of contemporary paintings, sculptures and ceramics. The main bank, located downtown, features a lobby gallery with rotating exhibits and hosts the Boone County Art Show with the Columbia Art League each October. All 17 of the bank’s branches feature original works from the corporate collection.
Columbia Art League
207 South Ninth Street 573-443-8838
info@columbiaartleague.org
Founded in 1959, the Columbia Art League (CAL) has been showcasing work by local and national artists, both accomplished and rising, for more than half a century. CAL’s exhibitions change six or seven times a year, with most of the displayed works available for sale, including jewelry, ceramics, photography, oil and watercolor paintings, drawing, works in wood and glass and fiber art. CAL also offers day and evening art classes for children and adults and hosts the Art in the Park festival the first weekend in June.
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Columbia College: Larson Gallery of Art
Brown Hall 573-875-7517
bcameron@ccis.edu
Named in honor of distinguished professor emeritus of art Sidney Larson, who taught at the college from 1951–2001, the Sidney Larson Gallery hosts several exhibits a year offering displays by professional artists, students and faculty. Its annual Paper in Particular exhibit is a national competition featuring works
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George Caleb Bingham Gallery
A126, Fine Arts Center 573-882-3555
binghamgallery@missouri.edu
The Bingham Gallery exhibits works done in a wide variety of media, exploring a range of artistic visions. Works by contemporary working artists provide the Columbia community and the MU campus a glimpse into new directions in art. MU faculty and student work is featured annually.
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Landmark Bank
801 E. Broadway 573-449-3911

The art collection at Landmark Bank clearly demonstrates that outstanding artwork is being produced in the heartland. While the artists featured are primarily from the Midwest, many are nationally and internationally celebrated. The collection is diverse, comprising works in various media-painting, glass, sculpture, ceramics, and fiber arts-and of varying styles and subject matter with an emphasis on contemporary ceramic works. The bank also hosts Visions, an annual photography exhibit, each fall.
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The Montminy Gallery
3801 Ponderosa Avenue 573-443-8936
boonecountymuseum@yahoo.com
The Montminy Gallery is devoted to providing a venue for the exhibition and sale of regional artists' work. The gallery hosts approximately 12 exhibits a year and is operated by the Boone County Historical Society. Other exhibit space on site features historical exhibits.
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Museum of Anthropology
Swallow Hall 573-882-3573
anthromuseum@missouri.edu
Since its founding in 1939, the Museum of Anthropology has served the research and teaching needs of the university as an archaeological curatorial facility. The permanent gallery focuses on Native American cultures and Missouri history from 11,200 years ago to the present.
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Museum of Art and Archaeology
Pickard Hall 573-882-3591
museumuser@missouri.edu
The Museum of Art and Archaeology is the third largest art museum in Missouri, housing more than 14,000 objects. Collections include ancient art, Byzantine and medieval art, European and American art, modern and contemporary art, African art and non-Western art. The museum also features a variety of temporary exhibitions. Of particular interest is the Cast Gallery, a collection of plaster casts from original Greek and Roman sculptures. Admission is free. Docent-led group tours can be arranged two weeks in advance.
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North Village Studios
1019 E. Walnut St (573) 442-2999
The North Village Studios are located in the emerging North Village Arts District, part of the old warehouse area of Columbia. This industrial-style setting provides a creative atmosphere for artists-in-residence who often open their studios to the public in conjunction with the adjoining Artlandish Gallery and related special events and concerts. Businesses calling the North Village Studios their creative home include Artlandish Gallery, Boxcar Films, Life Photography, Monarch Jewelry, Moon Shadow Studio, The Odd Pod, Studio K and You Photography.
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Orchids and Art
202 Corporate Lake Drive 573-875-5989
kellycoalier@aol.com
Orchids and Art displays unique artwork by local and regional artists surrounding by flowering orchid plants. The artwork is rotated often and features painting, drawings, photography, and pottery.
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Orr Street Studios
106 Orr Street
director@orrstreetstudios.com
This industrial space was converted into an art gallery and studio spaces for artists in 2007. Providing a unique opportunity for artists, Orr Street Studios offers both a work space and the opportunity to exhibit and sell work. Guest-artist exhibits are also featured, as is a free weekly lecture series of artist talks and literary readings. Orr Street Studios is available for rental for wedding receptions, private parties and fundraisers.
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Poppy
920-922 E. Broadway 573-442-3223
info@poppyarts.com
Poppy, Fun Art to Fine Art. For artful giving and collecting. A gallery/shop featuring American craft, fine art, folk art and jewelry In business since 1981, Poppy represents artists from throughout the United States, including many local artisans, and has been named one of the top 25 galleries for contemporary craft by NICHE magazine in 2007, 2008, and 2009.
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PS: Gallery
1025 East Walnut 573-442-4831
info@perlow-stevensgallery.com
Located in the District, PS:Gallery is in the heart of Columbia historic Downtown. PS:Gallery features rotating exhibits of local, regional, and national artists. PS:Gallery searches the country for exceptional artists in all mediums. Their philosophy is that art should be inclusive not exclusive. Art shouldn't be intimidating, but enjoyed by everyone. Come explore the gallery and learn about the artists and what makes them special. Whether browsing, buying or being inspired, all are welcome.
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Pure Gallery
504 E. Broadway 573-256-2656
pureimaging@me.com
Pure Gallery promotes the work of local and regional fine art photographers and features limited-edition prints, framed and signed works. Video and photography services, including a portrait studio, are available. Other services include studio rental, framing and classes.
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The State Historical Society of Missouri
1012 Lowry Street 573-882-7083
shsofmo@umsystem.edu
The society’s main gallery features rotating exhibits of historical and contemporary art, as well as permanent displays of works by noted Missouri artists George Caleb Bingham and Thomas Hart Benton.
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Stephens College: Davis Art Gallery
corner of Walnut and Ripley Streets 573-876-7233
dscott@stephens.edu
Established in 1965 by alumna Nellie Stratton Davis and her husband, the Stephens College:Davis Art Gallery functions as a teaching gallery. It features exhibits by professional guest artists, faculty and students and showcases some of the more than 12,000 items in Stephens College's renowned historical costume collection.
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Stephens College: Historic Costume Gallery
Lela Raney Wood Hall, mezzanine level 6 N. College Avenue 573-876-7233
cmrl@stephens.edu
The Historic Costume Gallery showcases a working collection of garments from the Stephens College Costume Museum and Research Library and is Missouri's most extensive holding of historical garments. In addition to exhibit space, storage areas protect the integrity of the nearly 13,000 items in the collection, and classroom space allows for lectures, special events and research. Special tours can be scheduled.
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University of Missouri Craft Studio Gallery
Lower Level of MU's Memorial Union 573-882-2889
craftstudio@missouri.edu
The Craft Studio is a recreational art facility that provides space, tools, and instructions to help you explore your creativity, learn new skills, and socialize with other crafters. We offer a wide variety of classes and workshops to fit almost any schedule, budget, and craft interest. Our studio space is furnished with hundreds of tools and open to Members to work on independent projects.
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The Warehouse Studios
505 Fay Street 573-442-0828

The Warehouse Studios, Inc. is a Non-Profit arts organization in Columbia, MO. focused on providing artists, musicians, and the community with affordable art and music studios, workshops, and classes. We will strive to provide an inspiring atmosphere to create art in, and nurture sustainability in the arts through programs and marketing.
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SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES
Ashby-Hodge Gallery of American Art
Central Methodist University Fayette, MO 660-248-6304
jegeist@centralmethodist.edu
Located on the campus of Central Methodist University in Fayette, the Ashby-Hodge focuses on regional art. Its collection features many Midwestern artists. Several exhibits are organized each year.
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Christoperson Gallery
165 Roby Farm Rd Rocheport, MO 573-289-8835

Located atop a Missouri River bluff, Christopherson Gallery provides a retreat experience featuring works of art by local and international artists. Visitors may discover works perfect for offices or homes. Call to schedule a viewing, either at the gallery or as on-site presentation at home or at the office. A second location in Columbia allows for private showings.
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Flavors of the Heartland Rocheport Gallery
201 Second Street Rocheport, MO 573-823-5054
rocheporthallery@tranquility.net
The Rocheport Gallery features two- and three-dimensional fine art created by regional artists. Exhibits rotate every six weeks. A visitor's guide with information about historic Rocheport is available.
Shirahaze Gallery
200 Second Street Rocheport, MO 573-356-7154
shirahaze@gmail.com
Located in historic Rocheport close to the Katy Trail State Park, Shirahaze Gallery features fine ceramic art by Yukari Kashihara and photographic prints by Thomas Scharenborg. Other art and crafts from Japan, handmade jewelry and woodcut prints are also available. Call for more information about photographic services and commission work
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Find More Local Artists
Columbia's Artists' Registry is a fantastic resource to learn more about the city's individuals who are involved in dance, literary art, music theater and visual art. Each artist has their own profile, many with examples of their work as well as links to their own websites.We encourage you to explore the dynamic individuals who create art right here in Mid-Missouri. www.OCAregistry.com