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Art Galleries

Stepping into a local art gallery is like accepting an invitation into a colorful, whimsical world that ebbs and flows with each new, eagerly anticipated exhibit. Spend an afternoon browsing and you’re sure to leave inspired—and you might just come home with something special.


1912 Center

The 1912 Center is a local event space that hosts a full slate of programs and activities year-round. On its first floor, you’ll find a hallway gallery featuring an extensive, ever-changing collection of art installations, viewable anytime the building is open for events.

Artisans at the Dahmen Barn

Artisans at the Dahmen Barn is a community-driven hub fueled by expression and imagination. Here you’ll find rotating monthly exhibits, rentable studio spaces and a full calendar of classes and workshops throughout the year.

BlackBird at the Depot

BlackBird at the Depot is a charming shop chock full of quirky finds, including vintage keepsakes, handmade items and pieces from local artist Karen Rohn and her friends.

Essential Art Gallery & Fine Gifts

This small gallery and gift shop prides itself on being “playfully elegant,” offering everything from tempting chocolates and thoughtful treasures to fine crafts by more than 100 American and Canadian artists.

Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU

Home to six galleries, dynamic rotating exhibits and more than 4,000 pieces in its permanent collection, the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art showcases both historic and contemporary works from the 20th and 21st centuries.

Kascha Quilts

This nonprofit museum shows off the vibrant, expertly stitched works of Idahoan Karen Schoepflin Hagen. Feast your eyes on hundreds of her quilted masterpieces, each with a story woven right into the fabric. A special wall dedicated to featured artists also rotates throughout the year.

Moscow Contemporary

Located in the Palouse Place shopping mall, Moscow Contemporary is dedicated to the belief that the “arts fundamentally express our shared humanity and build a better future.” This organization hosts a variety of events and features both curated and traveling exhibitions that draw in art lovers of all ages.

The Pierian Gallery

Brimming with revolving exhibits that spotlight the talents of both established and emerging artists, The Perian Gallery oozes with imaginative flair. Studio classes are also offered for photographers, gardeners, painters and other creatives—all in the spirit of fostering the fine arts. 

Third Street Gallery

Set on the second and third floors of Moscow’s City Hall, the Third Street Gallery has celebrated local and regional artists since its opening in 1997. A wide range of media, subject matter and styles creates a diverse, ever-evolving selection that delights visitors of all tastes time and time again.