Museums, Galleries & Showings
Smith College Museum of Art
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Hampshire County has a serious art habit.
Whether on or off the Museum Trail, the galleries of Hampshire County showcase premiere local and world-renowned artists (sometimes they're both, like sculptor Leonard Baskin). Collections in Western Massachusetts include fine art, oil paintings, watercolors, illustrations, bronze sculptures, pottery, and so much more. Track down a specific painting at the Smith College Museum of Art or eye children’s book illustrations at the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art. Explore R. Michelson Galleries, the largest commercial art gallery in western Massachusetts, housed in a former bank. Don't miss the mini-gallery inside the old vault! Looking for local flavor? Don't miss the Local Art Gallery at The Mill District in North Amherst!
The art scene also features regular art crawls and gallery walks, with monthly "Arts Nights" happening in Northampton, Easthampton, Amherst, and more!
Whether you’re shopping or just soaking it all up, you’ll find plenty to look at in Hampshire County’s buzzing art scene. And stay on your toes – pop-up art shows happen fast and frequently here.