This venue is the perfect mid-sized venue for personal events, receptions, and parties of all…read morekinds! It can be used for a music venue (my daughters have had recitals here) as well as great cocktail parties (I have so far hosted a jewelry party, reunion event, and a number of other cocktail parties here). The owners are amazingly helpful (a family) and flexible. The sound system, chairs and tables, and even linens are in great shape, and there is even a kitchenette towards the back. There is an outside area that can often be used that also enhances the space. Easy parking - a gem in the Webster Groves area!

I reserved the gallery and outdoor patio for a 50th birthday party. The website and Neil seemed to…read morethink that the space would hold up to 40 indoors for a sit down meal, but that's not the case. You can comfortably seat 24 with space to mingle indoors and 24 (six tables of 4) outdoors. The garden patio is lovely and it was nice that it was covered and offered ceiling fans to keep the humid August air moving. I was disappointed in the lack of communication from Neil. I sent emails, but he never responded. I called a week later and someone told me he was out of town. He should get an auto-response for his emails if he plans on leaving town. He also said he would have the space set up (tables and chairs arranged) the night before my event, but when I arrived that day he was still in the process of setting up. That took time away from decorating the room and setting up the food buffet. Be aware the table linens they offer are the size of table toppers and only hang down about 3 inches, so plan on ordering your own table clothes. Overall the space is nice and the price is reasonable, but the coordinator is not very organized.

Wow. Just... wow. An array of amazing art. We love art galleries and this is the very best we…read morehave ever seen! Just artist after artist that touched our souls! Never have we seen a gallery with such a collection that consistently appealed! Lisa was the artist in residence and she was so gracious and kind. Keep up the great work! Continue to create beautiful things for good people! Check it out! You will be glad you did!

I love this little gallery. I normally would be intimidated by the title of gallery, but this place…read moreis very friendly and has a lot of different price points, including small, unique gifts. The first time I came, it was on a holiday walk and I was surprised it was so relatable. I ended up buying a piece of art and loving it! This year, I bought another piece from the same artist for my house, as her work speaks to me. I also bought some gifts from there. I love this little addition to Webster Groves!

We have been patrons and visitors to the Kodner Family Gallery for more than 25 years. Their…read moreknowledge of various genres and impressive collection of artwork continues to grow. I enjoy casual browsing at times, but also feel they care about the individual needs of visitors who may have questions or need more specific attention. They often have open houses or special events that never cease to impress. Kodner Gallery is a must stop for anyone in St. Louis or the Midwest- both casual and professional at lovers alike! Howard

From the owner: For over thirty years, Kodner Gallery has assisted in the appraisal, conservation and the buying…read moreand selling of rare art. Our clients range from private to corporate and institutional. With one of the largest inventories in the Midwest, we enjoy a reputation for our knowledge of French and American Impressionists, Masters of the Old West, Regionalists, 17th thru 20th Century Landscape, Still Life and Genre, as well as Modern and Contemporary Masters. When considering selling your fine artwork, consult Kodner Gallery first. We have the knowledge and experience to determine the value of your artwork and we are recognized worldwide for our discretion and confidentiality. Kodner Gallery invites you to visit us for quality art to appreciate in your home and business. Our unique collection of fine art can be enjoyed and cherished now, and handed down to future generations.

This is clearly a gem in the St. Louis art scene. Wonderful and interactive art talks, talented, up…read moreand coming artists who have depth to their work, and knowledgeable, welcoming owners. Everyone interested in art needs to know about this gallery.

The May Gallery is a wonderful gallery that features photography, mostly student work. It is…read morelocated at Webster University on the second floor of the Sverdrup building in the west wing. Shows last varying lengths, often a month or more. Typically each show features the work of a group of photographers, which makes it very interesting as each photographer can only choose a few images to show. The choices they make and the groupings that are formed always intrigue me. Sometimes the photographers clearly choose their best work, while other times a series is shown rather than individual shots. Visitors are able to peruse the gallery at their own pace, and there is no charge for visiting. A sign up sheet is always available at a podium, enabling visitors who so desire to be kept up to date on the goings on of the gallery.

As a Webster student, I so wanted to be proud of fellow classmates work. But I just don't think…read morethe May Gallery does it justice. My rating is not saying that the work shown in the gallery isn't good, in fact, in most cases it is spellbinding. But unfortunately, most people don't get to see it. In reality, the May Gallery is just a hallway on the 2nd floor of an academic building. It doesn't feel like a place where people can come, stroll through, look at the artwork, and then sit down at a cafe with a cup of coffee. Even if it were moved to the lower level, it might be more inviting than the end of a hallway next to some classrooms and offices. I know that colleges are limited and are trying their best to showcase student work, but surely, with the quality I've seen here, they deserve a better gallery space.

Houska Gallery in the Central West End is my favorite place to see art and purchase it. It looks…read moresmall, but there are three levels. The art can be a mixture of paintings, to blown glass and to pottery. The owner, Charlie Houska, is friendly and very helpful. Stop by and I guarantee that you will find something to smile about, or something to make you think. You might even walk away with a treasure.