Best Arts and Culture Places in Pittsburgh

"Among the Kingston’s more unique galleries is Martello Alleywhich branches off from Wellington Street in downtown Kingston. As soon as you step into the alley, you begin a fun and engaging journey through the collective works of several local artists. If you happen to visit when David Dossett is there, you’re in for a treat."

"Martello Alley is an artist collective offering eclectic works that are sure to brighten any day. Offering original art work as well as prints, this is an art shopping experience designed for any budget and any style/size of space. Reminiscent of and..."

"It has a large, diverse collection, including more than 200 pieces of original art made by local artists. The gallery occasionally hosts events where customers can talk directly with artists. The gallery is open Monday to Friday from 9:30 a.m."

"Within this lovingly renovated limestone building you will find a broad range of creative activity as well a pair of stunning galleries: Modern Fuel and Creativity Studios. Side note: make sure you pop by the Juniper Cafe and enjoy a hot beverage or a delectable snack while exploring this fantastic cultural centre."

"The Tett Centre for Creativity and Learning is a charitable arts organization, operating in the beautiful JK Tett heritage building on Lake Ontario’s waterfront. 370 King St. Westtettcentre.org"

"At Kingston Frameworks, we are a retail store that specializes in custom framing. We offer with a wide assortment of frame styles to choose from including environmentally-sustainable varieties. We are proud to be part of the local art community, and..."

"Art Noise stocks a full range of art supplies including the finest quality paints from Tri-Art Mfg., a huge range of artist brushes and painting substrates, drawing materials and papers. We host a range of classes from industry professionals."

"1st Floor Stauffer Library Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario K7L 5C4 Canada+1 613-533-3171[email protected]http://uniongallery.queensu.ca. The Union Gallery is a non-profit, professionally staffed, student-driven university organization committed to increasing awareness and appreciation of contemporary art, to supporting excellence in the arts, and to creating a place where students and emerging artists can work with professionals to obtain skills training and career development in the visual arts."

"Overlooking Kingston’s historic Springer Market Square is Studio 22, a commercial fine art gallery and design studio representing several Canadian artists. Many of the artists on display are from the Kingston and surrounding area, as well as other creators from Newfoundland and British Columbia. There are several mediums and styles to observe at Studio 22, many of which utilize innovative techniques and unique materials."

"This Indian restaurant is located just next to Flavours of India and the food is as delicious!. The main difference between the two restaurants is the atmosphere. While Flavours of India is a modern kind of restaurant, Darbar gives you a more authentic experience."

"This top-pick for locals originated as a delightful bakery called Bread and Butter, and gained such a strong customer base that they opened up a brunch restaurant beside the bakery and named itToast and Jam!. This spot has an large, open rustic dining area that is filled with light and laughter from the regular customers. Order yourself a big breakfast such as “Jordan’s Breakfast” (includes 3 eggs, 2 slices of bacon, 1 apple sage sausage, peameal bacon, roasted tomatoes and a buttermilk biscuit), or dare to try a fresh Italian Pizza (includes tomato sauce, mozzarella, pancetta, fresh sliced tomatoes and olives and topped with fresh greens)."

"Wendy Whitall of Bread + Butter fame is the creative force behind the newest addition to our list – the already super popular Toast + Jam – located beside her bakery on Bath Road. The restaurant itself is beautiful – modern and cozy, featuring couches and a fireplace (a stark contrast from the previous tenants) and open for breakfast and lunch daily (with all-day breakfast available on weekends). Everything at Toast + Jam is made from scratch – they don’t serve any prepared products whatsoever (besides the Heinz ketchup, as per several customer requests) – an impressive feat in the hectic world of restauranting."

"Wake up with the birds to catch a spot at this popular Kingston brunch heaven. Located beside its sister company, Bread and Butter, Toast and Jam serve up delicious, freshly made breads, quiche and pancakes."

"The City Hall is a beautiful building dating back to 1844 that is now the epicenter of Kingston’s administration and occupies an entire block in its neighborhood. Made by the architect George Browne, this building is one of the most outstanding works of art in the backdrop of the city. Stained glass windows add to the ephemeral feel of the building."

"The grandiose City Hall is one of the country's finest classical buildings and a relic from the time when Kingston was capital. Friendly volunteers conduct free tours during summer, revealing colorful stained..."

"Bellevue House is yet another National Historic Site of Canada. It was home to Canada’s first Prime Minister, Sir John Alexander Macdonald, from 1848 until 1849. It is noteworthy for its Italian Villa style of architecture, a non-symmetrical style at that."

"Bellevue House National Historic Site was the home to Canada's first Prime Minister, Sir John Alexander Macdonald from 1848 to 1849. Bellevue House is situated 2½ km southeast of Kingston Centre. Photo: Skeezix1000, CC BY-SA 3.0."

"Take a time-travelling tour of the historic Bellevue House where Canada’s first prime minister, Sir John A. Macdonald, and his family made their..."

"Founded by the National Hockey League and the Canadian Amateur Hockey Association on September 10, 1943 – Kingston’s International Hockey Hall of Fame and Museum is the “Original Hockey Hall of Fame” and the oldest sports hall of fame in Canada. Captain James T. Sutherland of Kingston spearheaded the bid to bring the Hockey Hall of Fame to Kingston and was inducted into the hall in 1947 – one of the first forty members inducted into the hall during the Kingston-era. The Original Hall of Fame is proudly located in Kingston, Ontario."

"No need to drive to Toronto to get a little piece of hockey’s history. Fittingly located on the second floor of the Invista Centre, The Original Hockey Hall of Fame is filled with a ton of interesting facts and artifacts. The best part is the focus on Kingston-born legends like Doug Gilmour and Jayna Hefford."