Things to do in Scottsdale, Arizona (AZ): The Best Museums

July 3, 2021 Yuk Petri

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1. King Galleries

4168 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85251-4343 +1 480-481-0187 [email protected] http://www.kinggalleries.com
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

King Galleries

King Galleries is one of the leading galleries of both contemporary and historic Native American pottery in the US. The gallery represents many of today's leading potters, while introducing the work many talented young artists. The gallery was opened in 1996 and has earned its reputation for high quality and innovative pottery.

Reviewed By vinnyvin2018 - Scottsdale, United States

Good day to everyone, please checkout the art exhibits that are highlighted in the "KING" gallery, Creations of love I've attached just a few so if you are in Scottsdale visit the place. Lovely people within the establishment working diligently with new restrictions is not easy. I stopped and proceed with my gifts to share unfortunately cannot afford a place to call home let alone purchase fine art for display so I post beautiful as I go about my own. Thanks for the exceptionally thoughtful gestures. My life's ora not washed off deck just hidden deeper into my portrait... Happy Merry Christmas & New Year. Online purchases are packed and shipped out by the finest, insured and will arrive safely. Much work is involved so Thanks for the commitment Mr. KING!!! I really just wanted to share in my enjoyment of beauty not be overtaken by art dealers. When your at home & feelings alone Night walks are wonderful memories this time of year (I say) and please remember it gets Chilly... ????, you never know I might be doing my art in person Downtown, downtown!!! LOVE YOU YA'LL...

7178 E Main St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251-4316 +1 480-945-1113 [email protected] http://www.legacygallery.com
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

The Legacy Gallery

3. Scottsdale Center for the Arts

7380 E 2nd St Civic Center Boulevard, Scottsdale, AZ 85251-5604 +1 480-994-2787 http://www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org
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4.5 based on 168 reviews

Scottsdale Center for the Arts

A cultural must-see when visiting Scottsdale.

Reviewed By antonioj93

Attended a great concert in the center and the venue is awesome. Had a great time as the venue is great for music

4. Main Street Arts District

Bounded by Main St. and 1st Ave. Scottsdale Rd. and 69th St., Downtown, Scottsdale, AZ http://www.mainviewgallery.com/
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4.5 based on 212 reviews

Main Street Arts District

Reviewed By Brandyomariva

Nice district for a tourist who loves art and bars! I enjoyed my time here, and loved the galleries.

7239 E 1st Ave, Scottsdale, AZ 85251-4403 +1 480-423-0004 [email protected] http://greywolfgalleryaz.com
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4.5 based on 17 reviews

Grey Wolf Gallery

6. Scottsdale Historical Museum

7333 E Scottsdale Mall, Scottsdale, AZ 85251-4414 +1 480-945-4499 [email protected] http://www.scottsdalemuseum.com/index2.html
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Scottsdale Historical Museum

This old school house features exhibits on Scottsdale's history, including its founding father Winfield Scott.

Reviewed By 411Shirley - Kenmore, United States

We really enjoyed this little museum. The building used to be the school house so includes a sample classroom you can view. You can even ring the old schoolhouse bell (and it's really loud)! The museum also includes pictures of the town in it's younger years as well as memorabilia. The Museum is free. It's worth a stop.

4142 N Marshall Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85251-3838 +1 480-945-2323 [email protected] http://wildemeyergallery.com
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Wilde Meyer Gallery

Reviewed By XYAZ

Thursday evening becomes a perfect evening when spent at the Scottsdale Gallery Walk. The art is tantalizing and inspiring.

8. Fiesta Bowl Museum

7135 E Camelback Rd Ste 190, Scottsdale, AZ 85251-1284 +1 480-350-0900 http://www.fiestabowl.org/index.php/about/fiesta_bowl_museum/
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Fiesta Bowl Museum

Reviewed By rduinc - Saint Louis, United States

This is a very nice, FREE museum located not far from Fashion Square so great place for football fans to hang out while others are shopping. It is not very large, but gives a great history of the beginnings of the Fiesta Bowl up to current time. I really enjoyed the wall filled with football helmets of all the college football teams as well as the memorabilia from the early days. The staff is super friendly, if you have any questions, do not hesitate to ask. This is a hidden treasure and a must do while visiting Scottsdale.

9. American Fine Art, Inc.

3908 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251-4419 +1 480-990-1200 [email protected] http://www.americanfineartgallery.com/
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American Fine Art, Inc.

American Fine Art, Inc. specializes in the original works of 19-21st century masters including Picasso, Warhol, Miro, Wyeth, Matisse, Neiman, Rockwell, and many more. Our International Art Consultants are available to assist novice and astute collectors, whether you are just discovering the world of fine art or have been a long time admirer. The gallery offers a "World of Fine Art Suitable For Every Lifestyle"™ with original paintings, drawings, lithographs, engravings, serigraphs, bronze and acrylic sculpture, and handblown glassworks. Visit American Fine Art, Inc. 12,000sq ft showcase gallery on the SW corner of Scottsdale Rd. and Main St in Old Town Scottsdale, AZ. The gallery also hosts masters glassblowers from around the world in our state-of-the-art glassblowing studio during the winter months. We invite you to experience the magic of fine art glass for yourself with live glassblowing demonstrations.

Reviewed By 18BeckyK - Omaha, United States

What a great place. My daughter and I wandered around town and this was the only gallery we loved. Such a powerful group of artists! Picasso, Warhol, Frederick Mellinger, Salvador Dali...amazing street art...My daughter is 14 and it was great for her to see this art. Well worth your time to look go here!

10. Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art

7374 E 2nd St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251-5604 480-994-ARTS [email protected] http://www.smoca.org/
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3.5 based on 167 reviews

Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art

The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art champions creativity, innovation and the vitality of the visual arts. We seek both to build and to educate audiences for modern and contemporary art, as well as to provide opportunities for the artistic community--locally, nationally and internationally. SMoCA provides a memorable experience of art, architecture and design by exploring new curatorial approaches and by highlighting cultural context. We interpret, exhibit, collect and preserve works in these media. SMoCA's gift store is stocked with books on contemporary art, photography, architecture, design, pop culture and much more. Plenty of other signature merchandise abounds--whether you're looking for smart, modern home decor pieces, clever design accoutrements for your office space (or any space!), richly patterned stationery sets & postcards or one-of-a-kind jewelry, handbags and scarves--these pieces let you wear your artistic sensibilities on your sleeve.

Reviewed By jfadds

You need to do some advance reading about James Turrell to have some pre understanding of his art work present here as a permanent installation Please do that The museum itself currently has a show on video art- you either love the medium or hate it Take a look and make up your own mind

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