Knoxville Art Galleries

(Knoxville, Tennessee - TN, USA)

Knoxville is not a major artistic center, although art lovers won't find the city devoid of creativity, with interesting art works available for viewing at the numerous galleries. Containing a number of small, specialized art galleries and museums, Knoxville provides visitors with plenty of opportunity to admire everything from antique furnishings, pottery and sculptures to glassworks, photography and ceramics.

One gallery not to be missed is the Knoxville Museum of Art, which actively promotes emerging Tennessee artists and was founded in 1961, moving to its present purpose-built and rather futuristic venue in 1990. Most of the art works on display here tend to be of a contemporary nature, dating from the 20th century onwards and including artists such as Charles Burchfield, Robert Longo and Robert Stackhouse.

Knoxville Museum of Art (KMA)

Address: 1050 World's Fair Park, Knoxville, Tennessee TN, 37916-1653, USA
Tel: +1 865 525 6101
The Knoxville Museum of Art stands within the World's Fair Park, close to the Tennessee Amphitheater, the Candy Factory and the city's Convention and Exhibition Center. With five separate art galleries, this modern building opened in 1990 and also features a large collection of paintings and sculptures, a Great Hall, a shop area and landscaped gardens.
Open hours: Tuesday and Wednesday - 12:00 to 20:00, Thursday and Friday - 12:00 to 21:00, Saturday and Sunday - 11:00 to 17:00
Admission: charge, children free, free admissions each Tuesday between 17:00 and 20:00

Bennett Galleries

Address: 5308 Kingston Pike Knoxville, Tennessee TN, 37919, USA
Tel: +1 865 584 6791
If you have an interest in interior design, then this is the gallery for you. With an impressive collection of furnishings, decorative items, crafts, jewelry and art, the Bennett Galleries have been in operation for more than 30 years, ensuring quality. Boasting antiques and reproductions, glass, ceramics, pottery and candles, as well as contemporary art and sculptures, the Bennett Galleries offer everything you need to make your home beautiful. Of note, the Western Plaza Mall is situated relatively close by, if you fancy a spot of shopping after your visit.
Open hours: Monday to Thursday - 10:00 to 18:00, Friday and Saturday - 10:00 to 17:30
Admission: free

Ewing Gallery of Art and Architecture

Address: 1715 Volunteer Boulevard, University of Tennessee Campus, Knoxville, Tennessee TN, 37996-4521, USA
Tel: +1 865 974 3200
Situated within the campus of the University of Tennessee and close to the Stokely Athletic Center, this Knoxville institution focuses on contemporary art and architecture, and includes a wide variety of media ranging from photography to graphic design and illustrations. With a collection of more than 3,000 pieces of art, the Ewing Gallery of Art and Architecture is well worth a visit by anyone with an interest in modern art.
Open hours: Monday - 08:30 to 20:00, Tuesday to Friday - 08:30 to 17:00, Sunday - 13:00 to 16:00; Summer, Tuesday to Friday - 11:00 to 16:00, Sunday - 13:00 to 16:00
Admission: free

Handson Gallery

Address: 5607 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, Tennessee TN, 37919, USA
Tel: +1 865 584 6097
Brimming with fine art and crafts, the Handson Gallery has been in operation since 1988. Situated in Bearden Village, this venue tends to focus on American and regional artists, and visitors can enjoy some 5,000 square feet / 465 square meters of exhibition space, filled with exceptional art. Nearby places of interest include the Bearden Shopping Center, the Village Square Shopping Center and the Highland Memorial Cemetery.
Open hours: Monday to Friday - 10:00 to 17:30, Saturday - 10:00 to 17:00
Admission: free

Wildwood Gallery

Address: 2924 Sutherland Avenue, Knoxville, Tennessee TN, 37919-4536, USA
Tel: +1 865 546 3811
Dealing in everything from antique mirrors and furniture design, to handmade art works, conservation and restoration works, as well as floor cloths, the Wildwood Gallery offers visitors a chance to browse items that are hard to find elsewhere.
Open hours: Monday to Saturday - 09:00 to 17:00, Sunday - 13:00 to 17:00
Admission: free