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!

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.

What a cool random find! This can be said for the items inside and the store itself. The ladies…read moreworking the counter were super friendly and even though the outside makes it look like it's a small store, it is very deceiving. They have all sorts of finds, from old to some newer items (okay, from my childhood, so it feels new). Prices seem to be pretty standard, but I'm guessing each booth controls that. Super happy we happen to stumble across this while rolling through town!

Just left this beautiful shop--and true to its name, it's full of unique finds! I wasn't expecting…read moreto discover such a hidden gem in this quaint little town. If you're into antique shops, this is definitely a must-visit. The selection offers a wide variety, and both the quality and pricing make each piece well worth it. The service was also wonderful--the ladies working there were so friendly and welcoming.

This gallery is open on First Fridays and is one of our favorites. Almost all the art in the main…read moreroom is painted and created by the woman who rents the establishment. You can find her pouring wine from behind a make-shift bar most First Fridays and she loves to talk to people. There is almost always live music on a stage against one of the walls and you will find someone from every walk of life hanging out, drinking a beverage, buying art, and enjoying music. The side room of this gallery has rotating artists and it's always super fascinating. We love this place because the art is cool and moderately priced. We bought two prints just this past First Fridays and love them! It is not a large space and gets pretty crowded, but we still always stop by. If you're out in the East Crossroads next month, come stop in and check it out. Totally worth it!

Darkwood House Gallery is tucked in the lower level of a strip of shops along Winner Rd. in the…read moreEnglewood Arts District. It's hidden from view from the street, but very much worth navigating your way off the beaten path, down the staircase and entering the netherworld. The gallery is a well curated space featuring several local artists works for exhibit and sale. The art is all fascinatingly dark in subject matter - with occult, gothic, necromancer... subject matter. All of the art is interspersed by collections of artifacts some for display most for sale; ranging from medical tools, taxidermy, wet specimens, a mad scientist laboratory, and all the way up to an actual human skull. DHG is not for the faint of heart, the fundamental religious or those that believe that Thomas Kinkade's work is interesting or art. The gallery director Darren is quite welcoming and engaging as was one of the featured artists that was on site - John Kelly. Local artist and "rogue taxidermist" Simone Smith was heavily featured with her wide array of pieces and the model for another featured artist's b/w photography. Check the hours before you go, they are usually open only weekend evenings, but they are well worth the trip to an under rated and emerging neighborhood. The 3rd Friday Englewood Art's Walk is a sure way to visit when they are open and see a multi-block arts fest.

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.

We stumbled across the BBQ Museum while hanging out at Crown Center before driving up to…read moreChillicothe, and I'm so glad we decided to go in! Being from Texas, my husband and I love BBQ, so obviously a museum dedicated to BBQ caught our attention. The admission price was very reasonable, and we loved how interactive the entire experience was. The activities were genuinely fun, and we actually learned quite a bit along the way. One of the highlights was meeting the owner, Jonathan. He was incredibly friendly and an absolute wealth of BBQ knowledge. He was also very gracious when I accidentally broke one of the interactive handles! I immediately told him what happened, and instead of being upset, he thanked me for being honest and was able to fix it. We ended up chatting with him for quite a while before we left, which made the experience even more memorable. The gift shop also had a lot of fun and unique items. We picked up a commemorative pin as a souvenir. We spent about an hour here, which felt like the perfect amount of time. I would absolutely recommend stopping in if you're visiting Crown Center or looking for something a little different to do in Kansas City. It's unique, interactive, educational without feeling like a history lesson, and would be just as much fun for adults as it would be for kids. Definitely one of those unexpected stops that ended up being a highlight of our day!

Honestly, I didn't know what to expect from this Museum, but I was definitely not disappointed! It…read moreis both a fun BBQ store, and a museum that is worth the short visit! My family and I went to the Museum of BBQ one afternoon, and we weren't sure what to expect. We bought our tickets for the museum and were given two tokens which are used to get goodies during your time in the museum. The museum has a ton of hands-on activities to think about meat, preparations of meat, and BBQ from a lot of different perspectives (the museum discusses different locations and how their BBQ differs from others!). If you're at all interested in BBQ and learning some facts (and even some recipes and recommendations), then you should definitely check out this place! And on the way out, you can pick up your favorite sauces and rubs (along with very fun merchandise!). So glad we decided to make this stop on a whim!

I enjoyed a recent visit to Kiosk Gallery to see an exhibition by Charles Jones entitled…read more"WILDERNESS:The Western Edge of a Dream". As one of several spaces in Columbus Park that participate in a 3rd Fridays art walk, I really appreciated the intimacy of the space that afforded the three works on exhibit enough room to be appreciated and contemplated. This is especially true since in this case all 3 works are studies for larger , even more dynamic works intended to be commissioned by patrons or even museums; so having space between them gave me room to envision the completed works. I am looking forward to revisiting in the near future on an evening, perhaps this Friday to see their current exhibit "Courtside Manner", to see how they light the space and the works on display, but I have every confidence that they will be done with meticulous quality and attention to detail.

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!