The artistic scene in the city of Rochester focuses mainly on the performing arts. Which is why this lovely fine arts gallery, featuring works by 65 contemporary painters and sculptors, is such a valuable addition to the city. There are several thousand works in the collection, including European and American paintings from the 18th to the 20th century. Check out the gallery website for upcoming events and special exhibitions. The gallery also provides the service of connecting patrons to artists, and you can get a personal portrait, sculpture or mural made for you. And just in case you think that the gallery’s ambitions are small town, you should know that these works have appeared in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Museum of Modern Art, and the Smithsonian.

• Visits can also be organised by appointment.

• Bus 31, 47X/31X/48X stop Park & Oxford
• Buses 4X/48X, 57, 81 stop East & Goodman
• By Car or take a taxi.

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