Asheville Art Museum - Pop Up (2 S. Pack Sq. under construction)
| Address: | 175 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801, USA |
| Phone: | +1 828-253-3227 |
| Site: | ashevilleart.org |
| Rating: | 3.8 |
| Working: | Closed 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 1–5PM |
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Ashton Cutright
Where to begin? The Asheville Art Museum is very...mediocre. While visiting today, the "free" first floor is nothing but construction and a few very "meh" pieces. I understand they are in the process of hanging an installation but my goodness, at least have more to look at on the first floor! When asking about the "Earth and Science" museum, we were given rude responses from the art museum receptionist. We gave up on the art museum and headed down to the "Earth and Science" section. At least those gals were friendly! There wasnt too much to look at down there, sadly. Most of their displays were out of date and not very interactive. I also understand that one of their exhibits was broken into and stolen but still, aside from the stolen display, it was a very lackluster experience. I did however purchase a nifty ring. Overall, I would rate the art museum a 1/5 and the "Earth and Science" a 3/5. For such high and mighty folks, youd think the art gallery would like more professional. Ive seen college galleries ran by college student look more professional. Step it up, guys!
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Katie Combs
We booked the loft space for a business meeting during the week. The space itself is lovely. The room is industrial style with large windows overlooking downtown, and an abundance of natural light. The space was also well equipped with tables and chairs and a TV to connect to for presentations. Unfortunately due to the style of the room, there was quite a bit of noise from construction on the floor below throughout our meeting. However, shortly after we left from the meeting, the center called and offered to refund the rental fee for the day due to the unexpected noise and inconvenience. Because of their exceptional customer service, I would not hesitate to book another meeting...I just might check to be sure no construction would take place the same day.
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Barth Slung
There is nothing here. There were only 4 or five seperate rooms, each with less than 10 displays. It is $8 a person to look at 30 paintings, and a number of them were elementary self portraits done on wood. It was exactly what you would imagine looking at all the works an elementary school art teacher has left over at the end of the year. Also, the employees were terrible. They just sat in chairs and stared at people going by when they werent texting. I walked around with my mom and it took us maybe 10-15 minutes to see everything and another 10 or so to back track to try and find a room we missed. I have friends with more extensive galleries than this one. It was literally less decorated than an average house lol
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Michelle Dorf
I feel the museum has a interesting and varied permanent collection and does a great job bringing interesting temporary exhibits. I like that the collection is only American artists and find it interesting and educational to be exposed to artists within the United States, past and present. I have always found the staff to be friendly and helpful. I went to the most recent exhibit Rebels with a Cause, American Women artists...what a wonderful collection of work !
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Victor HD
Honestly I recommend to save your 8 dollars and go walk around downtown. The shops and boutiques have more art then this place. Really disappointed that my hometown, thats known to be artistic. Has such a weak museum where the only exhibit worth looking at is the high school, elementary school section. You spend more time wandering around trying to find an actual exhibit. Then you do looking at the 5 or 8 pieces of art. VHD
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A Private User
Im a little biased, but I absolutely love the Asheville Arts Museum. You need to check out the current exhibit: Pleasant Journeys and Good Eats Along the Way blue_beaconA Retrospective of Paintings by John Baeder Friday, July 11 - Sunday, October 26, 2008
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A Private User
Asheville is one of those places Id never thought of visiting. By accident, there was an event for comic book fans at the Museum. Im glad I went. A man who operates an ice cream stand down the block (Jackson Building, I think) told me lots. Loved it.
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Dead Head
They had some really neat exhibits and separate rooms, but as a whole, it was a bit lacking. I expected a lot more, especially from a city as art-centric as Asheville. Still cool to walk through, but not as much to see as I desired.
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Parris Cameron
It was amazing! As a student, I got to learn more about the artists I love! It was an amazing experience and I would definitely recommend it to other students or teachers!
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Deya Smith
Totally disappointed in the selection chosen to keep peoples interest. I hope the original location is better once construction is complete.
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Will Darling
Loved working here interesting events and exhibits.
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United Real Estate Asheville
Laugh your Asheville off! Another awesome show!
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Jacob Albright
Pretty good selection of modern art
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M.J.W wes
Awesome gallery
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Tony Montes-lopez
delicious
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surya rtz
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