Rochester Art Center
Rochester Art Center
3.5
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Rochester Art Center offers the opportunity for all people to understand and value the arts through innovative experiences with contemporary art. Through world-class exhibitions and programs, we present a welcoming, integrated, and diverse experience that encourages questioning, creativity, and critical thinking. These exhibitions and programs are designed to reflect the dynamic relationship between art and society. They educate, challenge, and connect individuals to our world in compelling new ways. We are committed to being a cultural center in our community and to enhancing our region as a destination for creativity and innovation. We provide value through engagement with broad communities, strong collaborations with other organizations, and a history of excellence.
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blindhogsat
San Antonio, TX29 contributions
Jun 2022 • Friends
I am a museum fan…been to a bunch here in US and abroad…and I don’t like being critical… but this was Very underwhelming…from outside you see a HUGE facility with Rochester Art Center sign…museum is actually 2 VERY small floors of small exhibits …the museum is actually just the very end of the building…contemporary art is not my favorite, but I’m ok with it…but i would say 10 minutes and we saw all there was…i really was “is this really it? Is this all?” I didn’t ask any others inside, but the group that came in behind us left right behind us…so it wasn’t just me…maybe it was just “I couldn’t appreciate what i saw”?? Could be…but again, group behind us must have “missed it” as well
Written 13 June 2022
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ross R
10 contributions
Jan 2020
I went to a friend's art show there and was amazed at the architecture and fantastic design of the show rooms/spaces.
Written 4 October 2020
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jer b
Bristol, CT1,855 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
The Art Center is located in the Civic Center and tucked back in a very striking, modern space. There is a very handsome stairway that leads all the way up to the third floor. The spaces are nicely divided. Most interesting was the work by Carley McHenry. The artist’s work combines things from nature, portraits and a twist of perspective ala Magritte to present visually stunning artworks. Seeing her work was just very beautiful and thought provoking. There is free parking across the street on the weekends. There is a very nice river walk just outside of the Art Center.
Written 30 November 2019
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Americanflygirl
Temple Terrace, FL365 contributions
Jun 2019 • Business
When I went they had a nice exhibit on depression and artistic expression. They even had a meditation dirt garden to place your feet in with a number to call which would walk you through the meditation. Directions gave you access to other meditation gardens in the city. There are nice views of the city from here and lots of paved sidewalk trails around the center. The art museum is inside the Mayo Civic Center
Written 11 June 2019
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Nancy Thompson B
Gilbert, IA4 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
My extended family and I attended a wedding at the Rochester Art Center recently. Amazing venue! The wedding was intimate and separated from the reception area. It was unique how the bride and groom were located above us on a staircase and landing. The whole area was then opened up for the reception and dancing. Awesome view surrounded by windows. It was just too bad that we couldn't be outside on the patio because of the weather. We were served an excellent meal family style. Very enjoyable time!!
Written 19 May 2019
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Bobnlynn
Tampa, FL32 contributions
Feb 2018
Not much to see considering half of the Museum is closed to the public at this time. The woman at the desk was unable to explain the exhibit to us, neglected to tell us it was only on part of the two levels and tried to charge $10 each for admission (admission is only $5 per person).
Written 14 February 2018
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donuseus
Chicago, IL8 contributions
Jan 2018
not worth the bother except for beautiful view of river. much art to see. okay for quick detour if walking along river.
Written 24 January 2018
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Patty B
Brooklyn Park, MN186 contributions
Sep 2017 • Solo
I came here on a free admission day. While the official entrance was hard for me to find (Google Maps sent me completely around to the opposite side of the building using the walking option so IDK what was up with that), I still managed to get in and see everything. One of the exhibits they had was very nice, just extremely small, contained to a single room down a hallway. The other primary exhibit at the time, the one on post-modern, not so picturesque Ireland, was good. Thought provoking. Though you'll get more out of if by reading the info plaques near each piece of art. The final exhibit, upstairs, was in the process of being assembled, so it's hard to criticize it fairly. It was nice to see some good artwork created by local high schoolers, though. Most art centers wouldn't be accessible venues for artists that young without the artists already having a good following first.
Had I needed to pay admission that day I'm not sure that I'd have given quite the same rating; because this art center is fairly small compared to other art galleries I've been to, I'd say it'd depend on the admission price and what was on display at the time.
Had I needed to pay admission that day I'm not sure that I'd have given quite the same rating; because this art center is fairly small compared to other art galleries I've been to, I'd say it'd depend on the admission price and what was on display at the time.
Written 10 September 2017
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rockwearhouston10
Rochester, MN38 contributions
Sep 2016 • Couples
They have the most beautiful art at this place and it is a Great Place for Weddings and Social Events
Written 20 July 2017
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MollieMarsh
Dothan, AL107 contributions
May 2017
We visited The Rochester Art Center for a private event/concert. It made me feel like we were out of Rochester in a large, modern, cosmopolitan city...It is incredibly chic. I loved it's location by the river.
Written 19 June 2017
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