This was an unexpected gem of an art museum in the heart of Utica. We came here on a half-day trip…read morefrom Cooperstown (1 hour away on rural roads) for a brief visit and had modest expectations. The MWPAI has two main buildings and includes a lovely collection of paintings and sculptures. The highlight of the museum is the set of paintings by Thomas Cole on the top floor of the main building. These works illustrate various stages in one's life cycle from youth to middle-age to older-age. I was impressed by the quality of the collection here and a visiting exhibit of works by a contemporary artist from Atlanta. We arrived around 11:30am on a Thursday and went immediately to the Terrace Cafe after a quick restroom stop. The cafe is open from 11am to 3pm Tuesdays through Saturdays and has outdoor seating. I was impressed by the quality of our bistro-style lunch prepared by a professional chef. We enjoyed some iced tea and the fried deviled eggs with horseradish, dijon and scallions as an appetizer. My 13-year old son devoured his MWP burger (mustard-whiskey-peppercorn glaze), while I had the Saratoga Quiche which was light and refreshing. We were too full for dessert. Who knew that Utica could provide an elegant yet affordable lunch with a lovely outdoor view? Be sure to ask the waiter for recommendations on main dishes and appetizers. Although the service can be a bit slow, it's a delightful spot for a leisurely lunch where you can relax and unwind. My wife, teenage sons (15 yrs, 13 yrs) and I really enjoyed our short day trip to Utica. MWPAI was a highlight along with Utica Coffee Roasters and the half-moon cookies from Hemstrought Bakery.

It has 2 sections, main building for art exhibit, the other section is a historical residence of…read morethe donor. All items has descriptions in details. The museum is not big and easy to navigate. Artworks are world class, so amazing. Worth to visit even though I had a short trip.

Locally owned custom frame shop where prices are a little higher than the mall competition style…read more"frame poster art" stores but it's much higher quality. A must stop for any artist or collector looking to create a perfect look for a finished piece. They also do amazing restoration work as well as shadowboxes!

If you want something old to look new and unique again contact this artist! She made a dirty old…read moregray cement porch a master piece!!!! I feel that she kept with the theme of my home which country American and I never in my dreams envisoned this. My neighbors, friends and family can not believe how awesome it looks! Blosson did this in just two days and between rain drops which wasn't easy. She was determined to get the job done. Blosson is friendly, knowledgeable and full of great ideas. I never knew a plain old ugly cement porch could look soooooo amazing. Check out her gallery and you will want to hire this amazing artist! I already looking for other things she do can for me!!!!!!

From the owner: Welcome to Alpha Art Galleries, LLC. The Independent Artist Consortium and Custom Art Dispensary…read more Visit us to collect beautiful, original fine art. We also provide the highest quality prints of our fine art on canvas, paper, transparencies or metal. Commissioned tailored art is also available upon qualified request and special arrangement.

Had a wide selection, nothing I looked at was priced. Not…read morehandicap accessible. Doesn't seem like the guy there is actually interested in selling anything. Really messy.

This is the best shop in Central New York. The Seymour June House has the most eclectic inventory…read moreof anywhere I've been. You can get lost here. I've bought many things from the owner and he is very knowledgeable. I ask him anything about a specific piece and he knows what period it's from, it's history and its value. I've bought many things here that I love! My New York leg farm table, my room size oriental rug, my cherry lady's writing desk and several pieces of mid-century modern lighting all came from here. The owner personally quotes pricing and it's all reasonable.