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Buffalo AKG Art Museum Expansion Keeps Local Arts Scene in Focus This Summer
The museum's recent expansion and ongoing public programs are drawing attention as free concerts begin at Sturges Parkshore Pavilion.
How we reported this
The Buffalo AKG Art Museum's major expansion has placed the city's modern and contemporary art offerings at the center of local conversations. The project has positioned Buffalo among cities recognized for these art forms.
Public Art Initiative Fuels Mural Activity
The AKG Art Museum’s Public Art Initiative has supported the creation of murals across the city. Buffalo remains a contender for the most murals per capita in the country through this program that involves both international and local artists.
Established Galleries and Newer Spaces
The Burchfield Penney Art Center maintains the world's largest collection of works by Charles Burchfield. CEPA Gallery focuses on contemporary photography while the Hunt Art Gallery opened in 2022 to support emerging Western New York artists. Artist-run spaces that date to the 1970s include Hallwalls Center for Contemporary Art and Squeaky Wheel Film & Media Art Center. Buffalo Arts Studio provides workspace for dozens of resident artists.
Current Engagement Opportunities
The Buffalo Art Guild organizes art crawls and shows. The Buffalo Community Orchestra presents seasonal concerts. Free summer concerts take place at Sturges Parkshore Pavilion each week from July through August. These programs give residents direct access to performances and exhibitions without requiring advance planning.
Visitors can start at the Buffalo AKG Art Museum to see the results of the expansion then move to nearby galleries such as the Burchfield Penney Art Center or CEPA Gallery. Checking the Buffalo Art Guild schedule provides dates for upcoming crawls while the Sturges Parkshore Pavilion concerts offer a weekly outdoor option through the end of August.