The Intersection of Fine Arts and Architecture: Buffalo AKG Art Museum
Renowned for its world-class collection of modern and contemporary art, this newly expanded campus intertwines historic neoclassical architecture with cutting-edge design.
Founded in 1862 and triumphantly reopened in 2023 following a massive expansion, the Buffalo AKG Art Museum houses an extraordinary collection spanning from 19th-century Impressionism to today's contemporary masters. The campus integrates historic structures with the striking new Jeffrey E. Gundlach Building and the immersive Common Sky canopy. Visitors can expect thought-provoking exhibitions in a deeply historic yet revitalized setting.\n\nInsider tip: General admission is pay-what-you-wish on M&T First Fridays (available onsite only), and the Cornelia restaurant offers an exceptional dining experience right inside the museum.