New Year, New Art!

The year has changed, but our love for the arts has not! Keep up with all of the Districts' January happenings below.

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St. Louis’ Epicenter for the Arts

In Grand Center Arts District, world-class talent performs and aspiring artists hone their craft. Eclectic venues line the streets offering everything from Broadway to Black Box Theater, Bebop to Beethoven, street art to galleries and everything in between. Engaging media, inviting parks, inspiring museums and welcoming hotels round out this ever-evolving cultural crossroads. What will you discover?

What's New

Open Restaurants in Grand Center

As Grand Center Arts District continues to emerge from the pandemic, restaurants across the District have adapted to safely serve residents and visitors. With a variety of carry-out and dine-in options available, you are sure to find something to enjoy.

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What's New

Self-Guided Public Art Tour

Fresh air and a walk to see some public art remain fantastic options to keep you and your family active and engaged while still maintaining safe social distances. Fortunately, Grand Center has numerous public art throughout the District for you to experience and discover.

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What's New

Urban Chestnut Celebrates 10 Years!

Ten years ago this January, Urban Chestnut Brewing Company opened its doors in the Grand Center district of St. Louis, MO. Today, the regional brewery operates three locations in St. Louis and one location across the Atlantic in Wolnzach, Germany.

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Featured Events

Great Rivers Biennial

September 11, 2020 – February 21

The three artists selected for the ninth Great Rivers Biennial Arts Award Program, Kahlil Robert Irving, Tim Portlock, and Rachel Youn, have proposed exhibitions that… Go to our calendar.

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Terry Adkins: Resounding

October 9, 2020 – February 7

The Pulitzer Arts Foundation is currently open to the public by reservation only. Book your reservation here. Over more than three decades, American artist Terry Adkins (1953-2014)… Go to our calendar.

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Sheldon Fall Gallery

November 6, 2020 – January 30

Join us for the opening of seven new exhibitions at the Sheldon Art Galleries from Noon – 9 p.m. Visitor capacity for the opening will… Go to our calendar.

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Open Air Concert Series

January 31

Celebrate live arts and culture safely at Open Air, a concert series presented by Kranzberg Arts Foundation featuring St. Louis’ finest musicians. Hundreds have enjoyed… Go to our calendar.

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Grand Center

First Fridays

On the first Friday of every month, museums and galleries in Grand Center Arts District are free and open until 9pm. Discover the remarkable array of visual arts in St. Louis’s premier neighborhood for arts and culture while enjoying cocktails, conversation, and entertainment. Stick around for after party events, dinner or a show! First Fridays in Grand Center have been postponed until future notice. Please check back soon!

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Upcoming Events

Great Rivers Biennial

September 11, 2020 – February 21, 2021
Contemporary Art Museum
3750 Washington Blvd
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Ebony G. Patterson

September 11, 2020 – February 21, 2021
Contemporary Art Museum
3750 Washington Blvd
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Terry Adkins: Resounding

October 9, 2020 – February 7, 2021
Pulitzer Arts Foundation
3716 Washington Blvd
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Getting Here

What draws you in? Musicals, drama, jazz, the symphony? Or maybe it’s the cuisine, the galleries, the media, or the prime people watching. No matter the reason, drive, bike, catch a ride to Grand Center Arts District. Just west of downtown, let your adventure spontaneously unfold in St. Louis’ premier landmark of arts and culture.

Bike / Car

Follow Grand Blvd. to the heart of the district. Or on busy nights beat the traffic by taking either Vandeventer or Compton.

Public Transit

Take MetroBus #70 and hop off at any of the several Grand stops. Also, the Grand MetroLink Station is just two blocks from the heart of the District.

Find Us

We are north of Hwy 64/40 and St. Louis University on Grand Ave. While Grand Avenue is the heart of the district, art awaits you down several blocks in either direction.

Parking

We’re ready for you with on-street metered parking, secure parking lots or two covered parking garages. Evening rates are generally $10 - $20.

Follow Grand Blvd. to the heart of the district. Or on busy nights beat the traffic by taking either Vandeventer or Compton.

Take MetroBus #70 and hop off at any of the several Grand stops. Also, the Grand MetroLink Station is just two blocks from the heart of the District.

We are north of Hwy 64/40 and St. Louis University on Grand Ave. While Grand Avenue is the heart of the district, art awaits you down several blocks in either direction.

We’re ready for you with on-street metered parking, secure parking lots or two covered parking garages. Evening rates are generally $10 - $20.