Buffalo AKG Art Museum

The only thing worth coming to in buffalo in my extremely humble opinion. After spending a week in the city, this was the most memorable time that I’ve had here, with their very much contemporary building of art pieces in their Electric Op collection that challenges literal perspectives and absolutely boggle your mind. Theres rich history in other sections too, like the dedicated rooms of Marisol’s entire portfolio, and the wider scope of the European arts from centuries ago. Theres a lovely small cafe section bridging the buildings together, and a dining cafe area at the end of the art exhibition, along with a museum store (which I absolutely adore), and a really cool dedicated lego area. The staff that I had the pleasure of speaking with at the reception and in the Electric Op building were so sweet too, and did more than just the usual to make this experience special!

Visited from Toronto, Ontario. Amazing collection, especially their European collection of paintings and sculptures. Friendly and knowledgeable staff who is very enthusiastic about art. Decent gallery shop. Parking is very easy and connects to one of three buildings. You can easily spend 2-4 hours enjoying the galleries and premises. You need to make a visit.

AKG Art Gallery in Buffalo is a fantastic place to explore creativity and culture! The exhibits are diverse and inspiring, showcasing incredible local and international talent. The space is beautiful, and the atmosphere is engaging—definitely worth a visit!

Wonderful place to spend a few hours at from sitting in a beautiful court yard with kids playing in lego room, meeting with friends for coffee, lunch, or dinner, holding professional meetings, to discovering art galleries and new exhibitions. Visiting your favorite pieces and discovering new ones.

We visited AKG Art Museum for the first time after their multi year renovation. There are many highlights. The new addition is stunning. A new glass enclosure gives 360 degree views of the original museum and the campus across the street . The interior of the original building has been completely refurbished and all art, sculptures are beautifully displayed. The art collection is truly world class. Modern art is represented by all the greats including Pollock, (a highlight), Rothko, De Kooning, Styll, Mitchell and Frankenthaler. Staff at AKG were so great and hospitable. The restaurant is definitely worth visiting ! Worth the drive from Toronto and will be back soon.

🏆2025 Brother Howard Award Five star art gallery and Cafe experience. Everything was just wonderful. This is only the second Award 🏆 Winner of 2025 in Buffalo.

Easily the most outstanding cultural location in Western NY. The art collection is modern and very contemporary and is the private collection of the Seymour Knox family. In addition to the Knox collection there's an outstanding collection of very contemporary art in many media. Some of the pieces are not older than 2-3 years. Very compelling and current offerings. Plenty of room to view everything as the galleries are high ceilings and will lit. The new addition is well suited to the new collection. I have extensively viewed modern collections in NYC, Houston, Philadelphia and Chicago. This collection is unique and arguably stands first among them all, especially in this new building and with the right up to date collection.

This is an excellent museum of art, while I tend to enjoy sculpture a lot more than painting, the variety in this place is absolutely worth it. The walkthrough is very enjoyable and the staff very helpful and all seemed to really love what they do there. Parents with children that like to grab will definitely want to consider the "don't touch" policy, but it's definitely a great place to expose the mind to art. And they'll love the Lego workshop that allows them to play and build. I went on a Friday morning when they opened, no advanced ticketing required.

The grand re-opening of the AKG after it's massive expansion has been highly anticipated not just by me, but by the whole city. I know there has been a lot of controversy in terms of what people thing of the new buildings, with it's modern design and all glass walls- but I have to say, i am a HUGE fan. The space has more than doubled, so there is more work on display now than there ever has been. The new areas are so gorgeous, and the way they built it is identical to the big museums in NYC. When you walk through the large new galleries, you feel like you are at the Met or the Whitney. We have been waiting to have fine art taken this seriously for a long time, and finally there is a building suitable for it. I walked every inch of the museum on my last trip and was floored by all the work on display. My favorite section was in a previous gallery off the main sculpture hall- it was full of drawings and paintings about migrant fruit pickers, and they were all created on fruit boxes. It was brilliant and powerful. They are always sure to display contemporary work alongside permanent collection items, and always find a way to make them relate to one another. I was sad to see the Sol Lewitt drawing go- that was a tragedy. But the good outweighed the bad, or rather, the improvements are worth the things that have changed and are gone. I love the new atrium, and their new store, but I do miss the old main gallery. This is just an adjustment that will take time I admit, I have a membership so my parking costs are less, however- even with the membership, the parking fees are OUTRAGEOUS! This makes it difficult for any family to go to the museum. The costs are simply too high to take a family of four, park, etc. I have a single membership since I cannot justify the expense to make it a family membership at this time, but honestly, the parking fees are my only complaint! If you have not gone, you simply MUST. Even if you are not an "art fan" per se, the architecture, layout, and new amenities (cafe, restaurant, shop, etc) are worth looking at at least once.

Whoa! My first time back since 1990. What a wonderful change. Although as a "Buff State" student I did appreciate being able to come in with or without money to donate and take in the rich history. All of the staff were knowledgeable & friendly. The snack shop & gift shop had great choices. I spent 4 hours in the museum & could have spent more :) The individual & family memberships are affordable! - esp for parents of young kids during the winter months! $0 budget? Keep your eye on the calendar for free event s :).

I hadn't been to the AKG since before the remodel - I think 2019 specifically, and my last review of the gallery is quite dated as well, so along with a fresh new Gundlach face, this revewer needs to write a new review. I LOVE Buffalo's rich history and our historic architecture, so I was admittedly nervous when the AKG announced the rebranding, and the fact that they were adding a new building to the site. I was worried it would take away from the amazing history of the Delaware Park area - but I'm so glad my worries were put to rest here! Not only does the Gundlach building add SO MUCH MORE space for displaying the AKG's extensive collection, but it really fits right in with the site overall. I have to say, I LOVE the pedestrian bridge that leads into the original Albright building; the way it reflects its' surroundings helps the new construction blend well with the gorgeous nature of the area. The art gallery got a serious update in services and displays, and it was so, so worth it. I was able to purchase our tickets ahead of time on their website. They have "time slots" for you to show up during, but you really have free reign when it comes to arrival time. We parked in the underground lot (you get a discount to park when you are visiting the museum) which was SO COOL because while I knew it had existed, you absolutely cannot tell where it is from the street. Literally we pulled in, and it took a minute to realize just where the underground parking lot was. From the underground lot we entered the new Gundlach building, meeting with a front desk person on the underground floor. There's three(?) floors to this building, with a mix of gallery space as well as the first floor front desk, and a whole coffee shop!! We walked through the pedestrian walkway back into the main building, and I was very pleased to see that other than the new building on the property, much of the original interior of the Albright has been maintained. Also, we house so many great works of art from so many prominent artists here in Buffalo, and the AKG proudly displays them. There was plenty of staff in practically every room, keeping an eye on everyone but not being overbearing about it. Overall this place was so much fun to explore, especially since I haven't properly visited the space in a very long time. I am very much looking forward to if/when they rotate the artwork, or get to display amazing collections (I remember one year we housed a bunch of Van Gogh paintings, my FAVORITE artist!!). AKG is so great to bring out-of-town friends to.

Amazing revival of the albright knox. Super impressive how much they improved this place. Its modern, spacious, and well designed with lots of windows, but never lost its classic charm. Huge museum! Lots to see. Well worth a visit.

Beautiful art museum! Wow what a difference the addition makes. The new atrium is absolutely gorgeous and so modern. The Gundlach building is a nice addition to house new exhibitions as well, which are rotated in and out pretty often. Nice well rounded art collection has a little of everything for any art lover or for anyone trying to see something new. There is a cafe and beautiful restaurant here as well. Haven't been yet but am excited to try it soon. Tons of events, live music, concerts, lectures, etc. held year round as well. Check out their website for details.

A great art museum here in the city of Buffalo. Love the new expansion they have, especially the featured collection of all the art that was purchased or gifted while the museum was closed for renovation/the pandemic.

Finally open after a huge three year renovation-addition. We spent two hours but could easily have taken more time. Physical space is fabulous and a top quality art collection Fun interactive space at entrance sponsored by Lego. Underground parking as well as street parking.

The new "Buffalo AKG Art Museum" is like a phoenix that has risen from the ashes of its predecessor. The former Albright Knox Museum has obtained a new life. I always loved the traditional style of the Seymour H. Knox building. I have visited it often since my childhood. But how it now contrasts with the modern, eye-catching, style of the new Jeffrey E. Gundlach building is what I really enjoyed seeing on my inaugural member's' preview day this past week. The Gundlach building was designed by the award-winning architectural firm called OMA, led by master architect Shohei Shigematsu. The Albright-Knox AK360 project will be OMA's first museum in the United States. This firm has designed state of the art, innovative buildings, and spaces worldwide. What a great addition to WNY! Definitely something to be proud of. Besides the art to view, there are art classes, discussions, special events, including musical concerts, community events. The vision of the AKG is "to be an exceptional hub of artistic and creative energies that enriches and transforms people's lives in our community, our nation, and our world." I truly believe that this mission will be accomplished.

I've been waiting anxiously for the grand reopening (and renaming) of Albright Knox Museum, now known as Buffalo AKG Art Museum! It's been over 3 years, but the day has finally come! We spent about 4 1/2 hours there (including lunch at the new Cornelia Cafe) and honestly didn't see everything. I was with friends who, like me, don't just skim through the rooms but like to stop and really check out the exhibits. There's still your 'normal' painting by Picasso, Pollack, Warhall, and Dali, along with many sculptures and other beautiful paintings, all in a beautiful setting. The new glass Gundlach building is amazing. I really appreciated the curved walkway and stairs the circled the outside of the building, giving both beautiful views onside and out. I did feel at points it was hard to figure out where you were. We did have the paper map, but more signs would be helpful. The parking garage, along with a few other items, aren't completed yet but will be great, especially when visiting in the winter. Overall, it was well worth the wait. Go check it out! 2023-47

This is a new favorite gallery--I feel like each time we go back we will fall in love with new pieces. The building itself just to start with is gorgeous. They have art spanning from the 1700's to modern works. I was excited to see a few of the artists I fell in love with in school (Dali, Miro, Kahlo) and also pieces by Degas, Monet, then Pollack and Warhol. There were sculptures features and modern installations featuring projectors and media, mixed media pieces, and a mirror room. They had a cute cafe with a mosaic that was beautiful, and outdoor sculptures. They have a family room that would be very entertaining and a nice gift shop.

Visited the newly renovated AKG art gallery opening weekend and it surpassed our expectations! When you first walk in you can't help but notice the impressive mirror "tree like" sculpture. We took some cool photos in that area. The AKG also has a "hands on" area there, cafe, and fun gift shop. I glad there's space to now showcase art that has been in storage. I saw some new & older classic pieces that were on display before. The glass walkway allows you to feel like your walking through the nature outside. I feel as if I need to go to the AKG again soon because there was so much to look at. The AKG is aesthetically pleasing and I'm looking forward to attending one of their outdoor summer concerts in the near future! What a beautiful art gallery Buffalo is lucky up have. Definitely a must see when visiting!

I was in college when they were doing renovations. And to be honest, it's even more beautiful. I think it's worth the drive and price. I always have a good time coming here and looking at the art, very breathtaking. I love everything about Buffalo and the history.

I absolutely love the views from the bridge! The first Friday of every month is free. We parked on the street near Hoyt Lake and that was free tooooooo. Yay for FREE!

An interesting but small art museum across from the Buffalo State university campus. There are basically three sections of the museum- the original building which houses a mix of modern art pairings and sculptures, a lower wing area where the cafe is as well as lab and classroom areas, and a new addition which houses special exhibits. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. It's a well lit and well laid out space to view the art work. Admission is reasonable for the size of the museum. It's not on par with some of the larger modern art museums, but worth a visit if you are in the area.

If you are in the area it's really a place you should visit. Right now they are in the middle of an expansion and update of the place. We were only able to see so much but to be frank it was stunning. I've been to a good deal of museum's in my day here in the US and overseas. This place really surprised me as it has a treasure trove of priceless art. From Frida Kahlo to Dali to Henry Moore to Van Gogh and Degas, Renoir and Picasso and Warhol. I'm scratching the surface on what they have and I have a feeling they have more in storage due to the update. It's an easy museum to navigate and a few of us wanted something to do the day before a holiday. It's about an hour drive from Rochester, NY. The inside is light and bright and modern. The only issue right now is due to construction parking can be a bit tricky so be advised. What was really nice when we checked in yes I suggest pre paying online for admission and we were given a free pass to come back three months from the day we arrived. This I thought was a nice touch and a good way to get you to come back. Yes you can get a membership and the museum gift store was kind of so so. Also it might be because of the construction? We also saw the Mirrored Room and took some photos inside I believe this is part of a traveling exhibition. It's a little gem here in Buffalo and you should visit.

Went to the opening this afternoon to the new addition. The new building was beautiful. Lots of glass and a beautiful job done by the architect. Especially loved the glass floor area and the the Common Sky area. So I would give the building a 5 however was not impressed by the current art display.

The Albright Knox art museum is by far one of my favorite attractions in Buffalo. I grew up roaming the AKG halls, and I still never tire of all the incredible pieces in this collection. Most recently, I was able to see the new renovations to the space. The layout is bright and open with incredible views of Buffalo, antithetical to what one would expect from typical historic art museums. I'm so glad this gallery is back open, and I can't wait to visit again and again every time I'm back home in Buffalo.

The new remodeled wing had not opened yet, but what a beautiful space -the tree/roots sulphate was a nice opening surprise and you walk into a very sunny atrium. The Permanent collection was nicely curated and the size of the rooms were intimate but large enough to enjoy the art. Met with a lovely bearstadt (sp), but a nice variety of sculpture, Monet, Mondrian, Picasso. There was an interesting interactive mirror room. The size of the exhibits were perfect for a few hours enjoying and immersing one's self in art. Also got to see a small display on the Photo Secession with photos and letters-interesting phot movement. Looking forward to returning when the renovations are done.

I don't remember the original because it has been a long time, but after the new renovations, this place is definitely pretty awesome. When you first walk in you, don't think it's going to take very long and you will breeze through it all, but the more you continue throughout the place the bigger it gets. You can definitely spend four hours in there easily without even realizing it. The main level has all of the artwork with different themes of art in every section. The bottom level is where there's more interactive things for children, but also adults. They have painting, glasses and salsa lessons. Every first Friday is free with the exception of asking for a donation.

Very Disappointed in this Art Museum. I went here with my friends and family and we were shocked. Most of museum wasn't even art. It was about politics and woke ideas. It is embarrassing. I don't want to see liberal people saying they don't like police and are constantly depressed. I didn't feel like this was inappropriate for any one of any age. The second floor was fantastic and had some art. But the first and third floor was ridiculous. The city of Buffalo should be outraged. The woke liberals have ruined it. Absolutely pathetic. People need to stand up to these woke ideas and freaks. It's sad.

The Albright Knox has always been a beautiful staple of Buffalo. However I think with the addition of the more modernized atmosphere the AKG loses its original light. I do enjoy the main hall which houses the main restaurant, the gift shop and the maker spaces. However the new building is sort of an eyesore next to the traditional build of the museum. Currently the main exhibition of the AKG is an art history exhibit that starts in the main building and traverse through the new building. In the original building you'll find some interesting pieces by well known artist. The AKG doesn't really have a "collection" of any of these well known artists but for most one or two random pieces. The most famous art pieces the AKG owns is probably Vanghos old Mill and Pollocks Convergence. Artist like Mattsti, Monet, Dali, Picasso, Warhol and Khalo all have one or two items but nothing really recognizable from their history. There's a strange overflow of what I consider minimalisc art which although is part of art history does not make for very interesting galleries. The main building is also home to a few other exhibits including the mirror room (which in the two times I've visited has been closed) and the from these hands exhibit. (Which was one of the most interesting, artistic pieces). The new building continues its story on the second and third floor. The second floor is home to a lot of different types of art. A lot of the Sculptures are really interesting and eye catching. There's also an interesting focus on video art (like a man walking around a square, a woman slapping her face, another woman crawling around naked on some dirt and some creepy eyeballs and lips saying cryptic things). The third floor focuses on minorities art. (The main piece on this floor is amazing!) The bottom floor is home to more temporary exhibits. The current one wasn't very interesting or impressive. There was also a projection room home to Dreamers Query. It was cool to look at for a few minutes but with a 30 minute run time you sort of start feeling trapped in there. Overall the AKG doesn't hold its original beauty and intrigue but it's still a pretty cool place to visit

Beautiful renovations at the museum after a very long project - worth a visit if you're in the area. Most of the space is more abstract art so if you are into that, this is a place for you. Friendly docents and nice parking. Clean, bright spaces and interactive exhibits.

AKG is unbelievable nice place to visit, well organised and managed. A lot to see and experience. Do not eat at their restaurant as you will be utterly disappointed.

Loved it! Well-worth a trip out of your way to visit! What a fascinating colletion! What alluring architecture. I felt like the museum had a bit of something for everyone, but carefully curated, selecting a very nice balance. We rerouted our trip to visit this museum, and we were so glad we did. You might want to check the museum's hours and cross reference with the hours of the Burchfield Penny Art Center, which is across the street. If you do so, plan for several hours to get through both. Then take in the park across the street.

There's a lot to like about the newly opened and rebranded Buffalo AKG Art Museum but my initial visit after the relaunch left me feeling very underwhelmed. Firstly, it seems like none of the renovation funds went to the website, which is badly designed and confusing. If you have a membership you need to also purchase tickets for a set time. If you have tickets you need to wait in line at the desk to have them scanned and receive a little thingy to wear to prove that you paid. I found that whole process to be time-consuming and amateurish. They should arm the greeters with ticket readers and lose the unnecessary proof of payment clips. If people are sneaking into a gallery to see art I say let them! Having a grand opening and then immediately closing the new building for a month is total nonsense. Combine that with the parking issue and horrible new name and it seems to me that the museum director should be fired for such a botched job. I also found the prices to be too high for young people. It should be free for under 18. Overall the Buffalo AKG Art Museum feels like a small town, badly run gallery with some lesser art from well known artists. Definitely not the international gallery we've been promised.

This museum is an absolute treasure and I am so proud to have it in our city. Especially with the addition of the new building it's just beautiful and the new grounds and parking area is excellent too. The thing I love the most is the new town center with the awesome glass and sky light it's so cool with a cute café and places to sit. The art is just awesome and they have a great variety of things to see and enjoy. The outside has some sculptures too my favorite is the giant canoe statue it's hilarious and the best. Such a great place and something I'd absolutely put on a must do list when visiting Buffalo!

I'm totally disappointed about what happened to me and my two girl friends, and it makes me feel really uncomfortable. My friend owns a same kind of purse as the store in museum(It's Jellycat - Amuseable Coffee-To-Go Bag, this is very popular online). She bought it months ago, and it doesn't look like a new purse at all. After we checked out in the store and went to the entrance of museum, museum security stopped us and requested my friend to show him the receipt of the purse. My friend explained that she bought it online, then the security didn't trust her and asked her many questions and required her to prove it with more details. To be fair, I'll still give the museum one star because the manager provided us free tickets today. But I still feel really upset, I cannot believe it could happen in a museum. Honestly speaking, I still don't know why we have to answer these questions from the staff, even though he had no proof about it and assumed that we didn't pay for it, or in other words, we 'stole' it.

In visiting the Buffalo AKG art museum today, I was never more disgusted with a selection of "artwork" for public viewing. The current curated collection was an insult to my eyes as an accomplished artist. It was also a violation to a sense of morality. There are pieces in the collection that are so morally repugnant because the suggestive nature of the pieces conjures or implies sexual perversion in my opinion to the degree that caused my blood pressure to elevate and my head to explode with a severe migraine. The Gundlach addition was an utter waste of millions and millions of dollars...money that could have been allocated in a more traditionally classical aesthetic effectively creating a more seamless tradition between the original venue and the contemporary venue. The addition is bulky, clumsy, uninspiring, heartless and cheaply designed. The artwork it was meant to house is amateurish and downright poorly executed. No serious artist with any sense of discernment or professionalism would applaud this exercise in futility. Also, with few exceptions, the staff was not up to speed in docent etiquette or directing visitors through the tour process, expectation and experience. Thank God for the classic gallery showcasing a triumph of the human experience where man uses the grace and talent God has bestowed upon him to create timeless beauty to be enjoyed by all... not just a few eggheads that pretend to be experts in an arena they could not compete in without ivory tower condescending psychology cloaking their ignorance of real ability, beauty and talent. Art should elevate life not drag you through the sewer of a psychotic mind that pretends to be something it is not. All in all, in summarizing my experience, the emperor's new clothes weren't new after all and left the emperor naked and embarrassed.

Do not bother going here if you care about art or understand the mission of the Gallery. With all the money they received this place should've been great. Instead they've thrown their history out the window (John Albright is now a blip and Shorty Knox is only mentioned because his family pushed for it). They've destroyed irreplaceable artworks (Sol Lewitt's Scribble) in the process. The Gordon Bunshaft building has been chopped up and the design destroyed. The wood (?) flooring is already scratched and looks like cheap laminate. Where's Doug Dreishpoon when you need him?!!!

beautiful oil canvas paintings. When i went they had african and indian culture dance.. it was great. Some parts of the museum is currently under construction but that part will be open nxt month. they'll give you another free admission so you could return for free.

I'm not partly dumb and partly smart. Nope. I'm All Bright. And I've taken a few Knox in my day. But now I'm like this gallery. Shiny and fresh and doesn't belong in Buffalo. Ohhhhh. Pretty awesome and impressive and spectacular Art Gallery located in Buffalo, a grand new building in a forgotten old city, which looks like a palace and something that would be in Washington DC or Paris or Athens, but it's here in Buffalo. So congratulations to them for having such an awesome and sculpted and gorgeous facility in such a Grand Old City, and congratulations to Buffalo for having such a wonderful building that wouldn't be out of place in the great cities of the world.

This is an update. The AKG Art Museum has reopened,after being closed for several years on account of renovation. I returned there to my delight a few days ago.Personal European favorites that day included Claude Monet's"Towpath At Argentieul,Winter",Gustave Caillebotte's"Study For Pont D'Europe",Hans Olde's"Harvesting",Henri Matisse's"Glimpse Of Notre Dame,Paris".Marc Chagall's"Peasant Life",James Ensor's"Fireworks".Giorgio di Chirico's"Anguish For Departure",and Ernst Ludwig Kirschner's"Portrait of Woman".Personal American favorites that day were Albert Bierstadt's "Piccola Marina,Capri",Charles Burchfield"s"Winter,East Liverpool,New York",Marsden Hartley's"Painting Number 5"",and Frank Stella's"Jill".This charming art museum is a true source of Eudaemonia,achieving happiness by freeing oneself from the tensions of everyday life.

This is a 4 star art museum if you get in on free Friday. It is a pride of Buffalo and it is worth going, if you consider that that seeing a half dozen great pieces is enough for an art museum visit. They are "weak on" 19th century art as 95% of their art is 20th century. The gift shop expectations for a lower cost was shattered when I saw that each tie was priced @ $50. Nice staff, few great pieces, plenty of walk space, many lose marble tiles underneath your feet, is what you encounter in the museum.

I attended when the Shark Girl exhibition was going on, such amazing pieces.The gallery is so huge with so many fascinating works of art to explore from so many talented artists. There is even a gift shop to purchase some unique items.

Such a beautiful gallery with so many amazing works of art to explore. Visited when the shark girl exhibit was going on it was so cool.There is a gift shop to purchase souvenirs, shark girl, buffalo and artists designs.

I was here for the Christmas tree lighting. It is a lovely event held in the beautiful auditorium. The Gay Men's chorus performed several Christmas songs, inviting the audience to join in on the "12 Days of Christmas". There was a reception in the restaurant afterwards with large cut out, beautifully iced cookies, eggnog and coffee.

If you haven't been here for a while, come. It's got an interesting exhibit by Murikami now (Jan 2018) that's well worth a visit. The museum shop always has interesting little (or big) gifts. The bowls and other house adornments are beautiful. I'm not positive but I think they have changed the parking costs here. 6/U

'We the People: New Art from the Collection' shows off a number of great new works and it reveals the depth of this museum's modern collection. While outside the weather was quite dark and gloomy, inside these walls, wonderful colors and the occasional eclectic kinetic pieces were mood enhancers. It also portends the true promise of this museum when it finally starts construction on its planned expansion. The Albright-Knox has so much potential but it's limited by its square footage. I especially look forward to seeing more works of Marisol Escobar in a few years. She left her estate to the Albright-Knox and visitors from around the world will flock here for a renewed appreciation of this master when curators have the opportunity to put her life and work in context. I count the days.

Being a Buffalo resident, it is easy to forget how fantastic it is to have an amazing art space like this in our city. I have to admit I don't visit very often, but every time I do, I am pleased. I recently visited while entertaining an out of town guest. The museum is open Tue -Sun, 10a.m. to 5p.m. The fee, $12 per person for adults, is not that extravagant in my opinion, especially considering that I am supporting art and culture in our lovely city. The admission fee for Seniors and college students(with ID) is $8, for youth is $6 and free for kids 5 and under. It is also free for members. It takes about 1.5 to 2 hrs to go through the 2 floors of art space. It is a mixture of modern and contemporary pieces. You may choose to take one of the docent tours, offered at regular intervals, or go at it on your own. This time, they had an exibit of "Shark Girl," which was fun to browse through. Do take the time to check it out. A favorite of mine is the painting called "The Marvellous Sauce." Being a foodie, the expression on the chefs face brings me pure joy(attaching a pic with this review.) One of my other fav. pieces was the painting of Niagara Falls(picture attached.) We also stopped and had lunch at the AK-Café, which was lovely(seperate review.) Members get a 10% discount at the cafe. The gift shop is also quite nice and has plenty of merchandise, featuring prints from the various pieces in the museum. Members get a discount at the gift shop as well. I really love visiting the museum whenever I get the chance. Even if you dont "get" art, it is a peaceful and tranquil place to get away from the day to day crazyness.

Just a warning-I don't really know that much about art, but I'm a fan of going to museums. I really enjoyed my time at the art gallery and got my money's worth out of it. I spent a couple hours here strolling through and checking out every piece they had here. They change up the art every so often as well so I will be back again for sure! Bonus-They have a lot of space for you to put away your coats or bags which is super helpful during these colder months. The only reason I didn't give five stars is because I dread paying for parking. I parked on the street nearby and just walked and it really wasn't a big issue. There are also buses that run nearby too. The location is pretty awesome because you're not too far from anything here in Buffalo.

The art outside is better than the inside?! Not very large, all art on the first floor then they have a special exhibit on the second. You can easily finish walking around in 45 min. Only come if you like contemporary art. The delware park next to it is better than the gallery.Don't get me wrong, the gallery is good, but small, and nothing profound.

Art's tricky because, well, some people can throw a few splotches of paint on a canvas and sell it for thousands of dollars, and heck if I know why. I think "good" art elicits an emotional response. Some art just seems like an excuse for people to feel superior to those who don't get it when there's really nothing to get in the first place. It's been a while since I've been to an art museum, but this struck me as being on the small side. Apparently they only show a sliver of their collection at a time. The Animal Menagerie is currently on display. It's an eclectic mix of sculptures and paintings around the very loose theme of animals. You can see everything from a deer giving birth to a woman to a wall-sized canvas of a lit forest upon which a ghostly deer occasionally appears while the sound of crickets fill the air. My husband thought it was radioactive rather than an apparition, but I couldn't find any literature about it one way or the other. With such a diverse mix, you're bound to see something that appeals to you on some level, but also some things that you just don't get, and I don't think there should be any shame in admitting that. If all else fails, you can impress a date with Steve Martin's tawdry speech from L.A. Story. There's even a painting of an orange rectangle that lends itself very well to that end. We took advantage of the $5 Funday family admission. I'd be disappointed if I paid full price. Also, you can avoid the $5 lot fee by parking behind the museum at the park.

Went and enjoyed with my mom, free admission for Erie County residents till Saturday 2/23, with vaild id to explore older and new exhibits and check out expansion plans for future. We the People exhibit was a collaboration of works created from events and every day ordinary items from artists around the world. Very modern forms of art that makes an observor stop to mask in its beauty.

As an art fan, I was really excited my first time coming here. The art is not really my style, but it's still nice to walk around and appreciate. The exhibits are much better in my opinion and are constantly changing. The exhibits do cost more and see not included in the free admission days.

The Albright-Knox is a treasure trove of culture, beauty and history. It's a great way to get to know a companion better through conversation, or to spend some quality "me time". The building itself is extraordinary, and there are many rotating collections to check out! If you find you like it, I recommend looking into their yearly membership! It's a great deal, and the Knox hosts some awesome events that are free for members! After taking in the art, try strolling down to the Japanese gardens that are just a short walk away! Or stopping into The Terrace just across the street for some great food and cocktails while overlooking Hoyt Lake!

Spring break meant stay-cation for me this year. I planned my week around visiting friends and staying local. Since I had never been to the Albright-Knox, I decided it would be the perfect time to visit. Unbeknownst to me, I was visiting during Erie County Free Week - and so the place was hopping on a Tuesday early afternoon. Normal admission is $12 but after a couple of questions by the girl at the desk (are you an Erie Co. resident - NO. Did you park in the lot - NO.) she said admission was only $9. Deal for me. And actually, that was definitely a plus, because the Albright-Knox is not really that big. There was recent roof leaking and work had to be done which put some of an exhibit out of view. The exhibits that were on display weren't of great interest to me actually... and on the whole I was disappointed. There is a lot more modern art here than there is classics. And I am typically a person that likes more traditional art. The gift shop is definitely worth checking out, and I would visit again here for gifts in the future. I also managed to snag a handful of interesting postcards as well. Parking is $5 for guests, but I suggest parking on Lincoln Parkway along the park. The walk is short, and there is a path around the Musuem building to the street, so it's easy enough. And free for two hours. It will not take you more than two hours to get through all the exhibits even if you linger a bit over your favorite painting.

4*s, considering that I was lucky enough to catch their First Fridays...which means f-r-e-e, FREE admission! Considering the free admission, my friend was motivated enough to pay for the Monet exhibit ($15) which apparently was quite small, about a dozen paintings. Sorta difficult to review an art gallery. It would seem almost sacrilegious to give an institution like this a negative review. What I will say is though that the property is very grand from the exterior, lovely interior, but much, much smaller than it actually is from the outside. Coming from a city that doesn't have many buildings like this, I can appreciate the architecture. Your review will depend on your particular artistic interests. First floor was paintings by Chagall, Kahlo, Miro, etc. but I couldn't figure out if they were in a particular order. There didn't seem to be more than just 1-2 paintings from the same artist. Interspersed were video/light installations. On the 2nd floor was an exhibit on modern sculpture which didn't appeal to me...at all. Again, just my personal opinion. If you're able to check out the gallery on the first Friday of the month, definitely take advantage of this lovely benefit! Wish we had something like that in Toronto. :)

A Lovely old building with lots of history but overpriced entry fee. I love going to art museums in every new city I visit. I'm used to either free admission with a suggested donation or even a standard admission price. My wife and I had some time to kill in Buffalo before visiting family so her I stopped by the Albright-Knox Art Gallery that she used to go to as a kid. Let me tell you their admission prices are absurd for their rather small collections. They have some very nice collections but it was almost appalling that their entry admission was higher than even larger and nice museums. Their collection is admirable but not very large or diverse. Their building is very lovely with lots of history too it and the parking fee is also pricey too. I can usually spend hours at an art museum but was very disappointed by the Albright-Knox Art Gallery. Even my wife who raved about it from when she was a kid felt like it didn't live up to her memory of it (what does, am I right?). Any how, i'm not saying don't go if you're a fan of art galleries. Just don't have high expectations.

As a life long resident of Buffalo, I can say the Albright-Knox is such a gem in the up-and-coming downtown area. The past few years, I have witnessed the renaissance of downtown Buffalo, and it's so nice to see the area becoming more recreational, and all nice cities need a good art museum like the Albright-Knox. It's the perfect size of an art gallery -- not too big, not too small, and it actually has multiple pieces of significance in their permanent collection, featuring artists such as Picasso, Man Ray, Monet, Jackson Pollock, Van Gogh, etc., so this gallery is legitimate, which actually surprises a lot of people. They've had their current exhibit -- Out of Sight! Art of the Senses -- on display for a few months now, and it is legitimately my favourite exhibit I have ever seen at any art gallery (and I've been to quite a few in many different countries). This exhibit is apparently record breaking for the gallery, and it totally makes sense. I mean I, myself have visited this particular exhibit 5 times I kid you not, and each time just as exciting as the last. It highlights art with an interactive component, and this week is the last week of this exhibit (the last day is 28 January), so I highly highly recommend checking it out before it leaves!

The Albright Knox is a must-see if you are in driving distance of Buffalo. I have been a few times, and recently made a special trip out to see the Picasso & Cubism Exhibit before it leaves February 18th. Parking is $5 if you pay with your admission. Bring your parking ticket to the ticket booth and pay for it to be validated by them, or you will be charged $8 instead on your credit card when you try to leave. If you have a student ID, don't forget it, it will save you $6. It is $12 for students, and seniors, $18 for adults. The price is a little steep, but you get to see a good amount of famous works of art. The current Picasso and Rosalyn Drexler exhibits were amazing. I liked the way they tied in the inspiration of the time periods, and added pieces of other artists that influenced Picasso's journey. They offered audio tours, but I just like to walk around at my own pace. I tried to go to this exhibit once in November, and they were closed for a private event. I would recommend calling before you visit if you are driving from out of town. The exhibits that are permanent have moved spots a little, but some of the pieces are awesome. There are Van Goghs, Pollack pieces, Magrittes, Pisarros, etc. Even if you aren't a huge art enthusiast, it is still good to visit at least once.