Thank you Ariel for supporting artists in the region!! There are not many dedicated galleries in…read moreIthaca or the finger lakes region, and as an artist I can say how thrilled I am seeing professionally curated and hung shows at Corners Gallery. Nice white walls, good lighting and wooden floors. A great place to start collecting art from. And there is a frame shop tucked away as well, so you can frame your new art. Thanks!

This is a wonderful gallery. We have attended numerous receptions for exhibitions and have…read morepurchased at least half a dozen paintings. The exhibitions are diverse and offer a great collection of contemporary art. In addition the gallery owner is warm, helpful, and knowledgeable. We have a lot of fun at this gallery--and love everything we have purchased! Chrissie S-M

I really enjoyed this place. It's small but there's lots to look at…read more The artist was there working and chatting. She was super friendly and laid back. I didn't feel any pressure to buy something or awkwardness that you sometimes get in other little shops. I was impressed by the quality of the pottery. There's also different stuff from other local artists.

A very nice shop. We were clearly a group of bums, and the owner was very helpful in trying to…read moretrack down a very specific print from a few years ago. One of our group has a custom hand built vehicle from the 1970s (a project/development car that never came to be) and the local art master (lol, you know what I mean) did some work of it. Full disclosure, we didn't actually buy anything- but this place was great, and they deserve a good review, and some photos of the place. (Also, they weren't even on Yelp before we got there!)

Finally made a trip here!!! Kids spring break. Perfect rainy day escape for an energy burn for…read morecurious minds. Our MOST membership got us in free (saved about $60) Free parking on site You can bring a cooler and eat in Community area (tables and plenty of seating) Great outdoor space for kids to run around Area for water play, Lego building and a cool weather and tornado section Reptiles/snakes/fish section & even got to meet a reptile which was a bonus!

We took our kids (3 years old and 11 months) to check this place out. What a find!…read more There's a lot of really cool science concepts that they definitely don't understand yet, but they still had so much fun exploring. We spent hours here! There is a section specifically for little, which they loved! The water table and the pet/vet section especially. In the "big kid" sections our 3 year old loved seeing all the fish and lizards, the little penny black hole and the vacuum tubes with the Pom-poms. Even the outdoor area was a blast! So many cute and clever ways for kids to learn and play. We had the hardest time getting him to leave. I ended up convincing him we could get a stuffy at their gift shop to take with us. Never thought I'd buy a stuffed white blood cell, but here we are! Again, super cool! Lastly, the staff was all so pleasant and nice, which is always extra appreciated in a kid-centered place.

Great used book store; very knowledgeable and interesting owner! Definitely worth a visit if you…read moreare in the area.

Stopped in here for the first time. Thousands of books packed into this place. I was pleased to…read morefind some books on medieval subjects. My wife says the selection of knitting books is stellar. (Turns out the owner's wife is a compulsive knitter, like mine.) Open by appointment or serendipity, so take your chances.

I loved this cute little bookshop in Cortland! I didn't notice any used books but maybe they're…read moremixed in. Good selection of new and not-so new books. A section featured recommendations. Good, friendly service.

We just stumbled across this charming bookstore that recently opened. Such friendly people and they…read morehost special events. Even though it is a smaller shop, the Children's section was impressive. Great variety of books and adorable, adorable, adorable stuffed animals. I had to use self restraint and remind myself I'm an adult, and I really don't need one. I did indulge, however , in some gorgeous paper products. They make me happy! Please note they have a limited amount of used books - at least at this time

Tompkins Center for History and Culture is located in Bank Alley just off the Ithaca Commons…read more Previously the Tompkins Trust building, the architectural character of the Palladian windows, Ionic and Corinthian pilasters, and elaborate brackets under the roof are a perfect home for the diverse history of Tompkins County. The atrium exhibit tower, honoring the Indigenous People exhibit, welcomes all who enter the space. As one walks into the center itself, five towers house exhibits related to PLACE: People, Land, Architecture, Culture and Enterprise. Utilizing the bank's footprint, one can enter the Howe/Nobles Story Vault. Inside, one may choose to record one's own story or watch recorded stories of others who call(ed) Tompkins County home. Tucked just above the main floor is the Cornell Local History Research Library where one may research family histories or just dive into the past through print materials. The old safe (Passage Through Time) houses a walking timeline of local history. A first time visitor will find herself quietly tumbling through the early days of Ithaca, with rich details and artifacts carefully knitting together a rich tapestry that are the towns of Tompkins County. As she exits this air-conditioned gem, she will remark to the staff that the next visit will need to be longer. And she'll bring her family. And then, she'll bring by her friends.

I attended an excellent local prohibition guided walking tour offered by the History Center in July…read more2022. The tour was fun. Our tour guide Ben was dynamic and knowledgeable; he tailored the tour to the participants' interests and stayed longer to answer questions. Learned a lot!

Wags to Riches is an upscale resale store where all of the proceeds benefit the Humane Society of…read moreSchuyler County. It is well organized, clean, and offers a wide variety of items. Clothes, books, jewelry, kitchenware, decor, purses, pet items and more. It's located on the main drag in Watkins Glen nestled among other stores. Prices are reasonable and I felt good supporting a non-profit. The staff is all volunteer and the woman at check out was friendly and happy to chat about the organization. I bought a few gifts for family and a book for myself. Shop here and help animals!