ART OF
THE CITY
You could spend hours perusing these vibrant independent galleries , which reflect Baltimore ’ s abundant creative culture and the diversity of artists that call it home .
IMAGE COURTESY OF ARTIST MEGAN LEWIS AND GALERIE MYRTIS / PHOTO BY KY VASSOR
SHOP
Creative Alliance
Wander south through Patterson Park to view the foliage on the way to Creative Alliance ’ s Patterson building , which boasts two art galleries : The Main Gallery and The Amalie Rothschild Gallery . Both galleries present artists who push the boundaries of their mediums and speak to issues and themes relevant to their communities .
PRO TIP
Pop into Creative Alliance during a Highlandtown First Friday Art Walk , a lively neighborhood celebration of arts and culture that often includes one-nightonly activations , live music and food specials . 3134 Eastern Ave .
Galerie Myrtis
Located in the Station North Arts District , Galerie Myrtis has been showcasing 20th- and 21st-century American art for nearly two decades . Most of their works are by Black artists , many of whom have achieved national and international acclaim . Those with Baltimore ties include Jerrell Gibbs , Monica Ikegwu and Megan Lewis . 2224 N . Charles St .
Genius Guice Studios by The Black Genius Art Show
This hybrid art gallery in the Bromo Arts District houses a homegrown brand , The Black Genius Art Show . Besides showing a wide range of artistic mediums like fashion and photography , it also hosts regular workshops and artist talks that provide a platform for underrepresented voices to be heard and for the ingenuity of Black creatives to be celebrated . 106 N . Eutaw St .
Images above ( left to right ): Inexpressible , 2024 ; Artist Megan Lewis ; Oil and glitter on photograph mounted on canvas 60 " x 36 ". Untitled , 2024 ; Artist Megan Lewis ; Oil and glitter on wood board 60 " x 36 ". Still Trippin , 2023 ; Artist Megan Lewis ; Oil and glitter on canvas 60 " x 36 ".
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