Best Arts and Culture Places in Burlington

"Ambleside Gallery, located in the city center, exhibits works in pastel, oil, watercolor, pencil and mixed media, including a wonderful collection of lithographs and woodcuts and prominent sculptures from national and international artists. Custom framing and restoration services are available here as well. The cherry wood arches and old furniture add a special charm to this gallery."

"Part artists’ collective, part quirky art gallery, part workshop, part educational facility, the Elsewhere living art museum is perhaps the piece de resistance of Greensboro’s new artistic wave. Inhabiting a former thrift store on Elm Streen in the downtown, the spot offers an eclectic range of exhibitions and shows throughout the year. The idea is to get the public thinking about reclaimed and recycled materials in a whole new way, and the resident artists here have worked hard to craft a new aesthetic philosophy, using at-hand, often mundane and found objects to create thought-provoking works that tell a story."

"Elsewhere, a museum and artist residency set inside a former thrift store in downtown Greensboro, received an Art Works grant from the National Endowment for the Arts in early 2019."

"The Nasher Museum of Art is on the Duke University campus featuring galleries of Meso-American artwork; pre-Columbian, classical paintings and sculptures; African masks; contemporary pieces; photography; and much more. The museum is also a learning institution, with classes, lectures, and film series programs centered on the visual arts. After visiting the galleries, plan to have lunch at the Nasher Café in the main lobby, which features unique and artsy sandwiches, salads, and appetizers."

"Part of the Duke University system, The Nasher is home to an incredible collection of international and contemporary pieces. The building itself is a futuristic cube that complements the more than 10,000 works of art inside. The four permanent collections include pre-Columbian Art of the Americas, Medieval Art, Classical Antiquities, and modern contemporary with a concentration on the African diaspora."

"They have an impressive permanent collection of contemporary art, with a focus on artists of African descent. There is an outdoor sculpture garden if you want to take a stroll around the grounds. They have free admissions on Thursdays."

"Greenhill was founded in 1974 to celebrate the visual arts and artists of North Carolina and is one of the best visual arts centers in the country today. Featuring a 7,000 foot-square exhibition space that boasts an extensive program of rotating exhibitions of contemporary art, an immersive and interactive art gallery for both children and adults to explore the nature of art, and a broad range of community outreach programs. The center plays a vital role in the cultural community of Greensboro."

"For a perfect representation of Greensboro’s art scene, drop by GreenHill, an art center in the Downtown area. This nonprofit helps to promote the work of local artists, providing them a platform to showcase and, hopefully, sell their creations. By visiting, you’ll not only be helping out these creatives, but you’ll also get a chance to tap into your own artistic flair."

"The GreenHill Center for NC Art is a prime location for the celebration and showcasing of the works and talents of North Carolina artists. It opened in 1974 and, today is one of the greatest centers for visual arts in the entire country. And, in addition to all that, it’s one of the Greensboro attractions that doubles as an option among free things to do!"

"It was designed by the same people who designed the Empire State Building and has a similar look from the outside. Inside, you’ll find artwork throughout and several floors that have been turned into a 24/7 free public museum, including the former bank vault."

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"Nailed It DIY Studios is a nationwide art studio franchise originally opened to the public in 2014 by master DIY instructors Shannon Evans and Misty Grant. Today, the studio offers more than a dozen locations throughout the United States, including a location in Greensboro. Visitors will be guided through simple step-by-step instructions, at their own pace, ensuring that they create a masterpiece they will take home."

"Nailed It DIY Studios is one of the activities you can do in Greensboro, North Carolina, and deserves a reputation as one of its tourist attractions in its own right. The studio is an art studio franchise that you can find throughout the country, created by Misty Grant and Shannon Evans in 2014. The pair are master DIY instructors and found a fun way to spread their knowledge to the public!"

"It’s time to bring out your crafty side and try out DIY art here in Nailed IT DIY Studios. A destination where the fun begins!"

"St. Joseph's Historic Foundation is dedicated to preserving Durham's African-American heritage and black history at the Hayti Heritage Center, a cultural and educational institution that houses community and artist space, and the Lyda Moore Merrick Gallery, the Rhythm & Blues Gallery, and the 450-seat St. Joseph's Performance Hall."

"Finally, head to the International Civil Rights Museum, housed in a building that played host to a non-violent sit-in protest in the civil rights movement. As the name betrays, this museum contains exhibits from the civil rights movement, teaching visitors about the brave individuals who were monumental in the fight for human rights. Admission to this museum costs $15 for adults and $12 for seniors, $10 for those between 6 and 12 years, and $8 for kids below 5 years."

"Although there are several museums to visit in Greensboro, one that you should not miss is the International Civil Rights Center & Museum. This is a collecting museum and an archival center that is also a teaching facility. The focus of this fascinating attraction is the struggle for civil and human rights, both nationally and internationally."

"Perfect for travelers hitting Greensboro with kids in tow, the city’s children’s museum is a place of quirkiness and curiosity. The main exhibit is Our Town; a small-scale replica of a US city that comes complete with pizza take-outs and bustling main streets – perfect for a spot of make believe. There are plastic planes to clamber over too, with cockpits and exit slides at the ready, not to mention a replica of a 1930s home inspired by a classic Fisher Park dolls’ house."

"This attraction is tailor-made for kids, a parents’ dream come true. Greensboro Children’s Museum believes in hands-on learning and so your children will be occupied with a variety of fun activities. For instance, there are cooking classes and science programs, both tailored to spark curiosity in the young ones."

"Kids will love interacting with 20 permanent, hands-on exhibits inside this children’s museum, including a supermarket, pizzeria, theater, and train depot."

"The Nasher Museum of Art is on the Duke University campus featuring galleries of Meso-American artwork; pre-Columbian, classical paintings and sculptures; African masks; contemporary pieces; photography; and much more. The museum is also a learning institution, with classes, lectures, and film series programs centered on the visual arts. After visiting the galleries, plan to have lunch at the Nasher Café in the main lobby, which features unique and artsy sandwiches, salads, and appetizers."

"Part of the Duke University system, The Nasher is home to an incredible collection of international and contemporary pieces. The building itself is a futuristic cube that complements the more than 10,000 works of art inside. The four permanent collections include pre-Columbian Art of the Americas, Medieval Art, Classical Antiquities, and modern contemporary with a concentration on the African diaspora."

"They have an impressive permanent collection of contemporary art, with a focus on artists of African descent. There is an outdoor sculpture garden if you want to take a stroll around the grounds. They have free admissions on Thursdays."