Museum District
Contemporary Arts Museum Houston 4848 Main St., Houston 713-529-4848 www.camh.org
DiverseWorks 3400 Main St., Ste. 292 Houston 713-223-8346 www.diverseworks.org
The Jung Center 5200 Montrose Blvd., Houston 713-524-8253 www.junghouston.org
Lawndale Art Center 4912 Main St., Houston 713-528-5858 www.lawndaleartcenter.org
The Menil Collection 1533 Sul Ross St., Houston 713-525-9400 www.menil.org
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston 1001 Bissonnet St., Houston 713-639-7300 www.mfah.org
Rice University Art Gallery 6100 Main St., Houston 713-639-7300 www.ricegallery.org
Katy Museums
Babaloo Gallery 22756 Westheimer Parkway, Ste. 180, Katy 281-391-4167 www.babaloocafe.net Hours: vary depending on exhibits Babaloo Gallery is an art space managed in conjunction with Babaloo International Cafe and Bar. There are art shows on a rotating basis.
KCAM Contemporary Art Museum Fort Bend 805 Avenue B, Katy 832-857-1340 www.kcammuseum.com Hours: Wed.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. noon-6 p.m. Closed Mon.-Tue. The museum has a gallery featuring work by local and regional artists as well as a gift shop. There are also visual arts classes held throughout the year.
Art & Painting classes
Katy Art School 24210 Westheimer Parkway, Katy 281-665-3272 www.katyartschool.com Hours: vary depending on classes The schools offers classes for students from age 4 to adult in drawing, painting and multimedia arts. Studio space is available, and there are after school programs.
Katy Visual and Performing Arts Center 2501 S. Mason Road, Ste. 290, Katy 281-829-2787 www.kvpac.org Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (office); classes vary by schedule. The center offers classes for adults and children in both the visual arts as well as theater and acting, including acting, drawing, photography, sculpture and painting. The center hosts an adult theater company and children’s programs.
Luce Conservatory of Fine Arts 5506 Third St., Katy 979-398-1162 www.lucearts.com Hours: Vary by class schedule The venue has both dance classes as well as visual arts classes and tutoring for both adults and children. Classes include painting, drawing, figure drawing, ceramics and sculpture. Memberships can be purchased or participants can sign up for individual classes.
Painting with a Twist 2020 S. Fry Road, Ste. E, Katy 832-391-8858 www.paintingwithatwist.com/katy Hours: Vary by class and event Painting classes and private parties are available for both children and adults. All materials are provided, and an instructor leads classes. Alcohol and food are allowed to be brought to the studio.
Pinot’s Palette 2910 Commercial Center Blvd., Ste. 102, Katy 281-769-2961 www.pinotspalette.com Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (administrative office hours) varies by class schedule and private party calendar. The studio offers art entertainment for adults and children. Attendees are guided through the process of painting with an instructor. Adults can bring their own alcoholic beverages as well as their own food.
The Crazy Canvas 535 E. Fernhurst Drive, Katy 832-493-6564 http://katy.thecrazycanvas.com Hours: vary depending on class and private party schedule. Painting classes for adults and children are offered.
Art festivals & Events
Lone Star Art Guild Show July 30 12802 McSwain Road, Cypress 713-553-5718 www.lonestarartguild.org
Houston Art Fair Sept. 29-Oct. 2 2000 Edwards St.,, Houston www.houstonartfair.com
Tomball Art League Fall Show Oct. 8 LSC-Tomball, 30555 Hwy. 249, Tomball www.thetomballartleague.com
First Saturday Arts Market Held on the first Saturday of every month 540 W. 19th St., Houston www.firstsaturdayartsmarket.com
Sugar Land Arts Center Hot Summer Nights Friday 7-9 p.m., through Aug. 12 104 Industrial Blvd., Ste. Q Sugar Land 281-565-0957 www.sugarlandartcenter.org A visiting artist creates a piece of artwork that is auctioned off for charity. The event is free and features wine tasting as well as light snacks. Proceeds benefit the center’s Kids Art Camp.
