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    SaturDate Admission Special

    Enjoy $40 for two adult admission tickets! Choose your Saturday, bring a date or grab a friend, enjoy a drink, and get cozy in Ragnar Kjartansson's, The Visitors, one of the most important and beloved artworks of the 21st century. 

     
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    The Light in the Window

    Through May 9, 2027
    Jeffrey E. Gundlach Building

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    • M&T FIRST FRIDAYS
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    Holiday Sip & Shop

    Join us in the Wilson Town Square on Saturday, November 28, from 10 am to 5 pm, for a vibrant day of shopping, live music, and local talent! Browse unique creations from 20 local artisans, plus our special Mini Makers showcase featuring handmade products from 20 talented young artists.

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    • Resources for Educators

    Studio Art Classes

    Check out our ongoing Adult, Clay, and Kids' Classes! Students of all levels of experience are invited to get creative at the Buffalo AKG.

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    • Book Your Birthday Party
    • Book the Art Truck
    • Book a Photography Session
    • Catering at Cornelia

    Entertain at the AKG

    The Buffalo AKG Art Museum provides an unparalleled setting for your special event. With one of the foremost collections of modern and contemporary art in the world, the museum offers exclusive opportunities for you and your guests. 

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    Become a Member Today!

    Become a member at the Buffalo AKG and enjoy a year of unlimited free admission, exclusive invitations to exhibition previews and members-only events, discounts on dining, retail, classes, and so much more! 

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    • Our History
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    • 2026–2031 Strategic Plan
    • Building the Buffalo AKG Art Museum

    Campus History Timeline

    Trace the evolution of the museum’s campus, from groundbreaking for our first building in 1900 to the opening of the Buffalo AKG Art Museum in 2023.

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  • Visit

    Visit

    • Plan Your Visit
    • Hours & Admission
    • Directions & Parking
    • Codes of Conduct
    • Group Experiences
    • Accessibility
    • Shop
    • Dining
    • Frequently Asked Questions

    SaturDate Admission Special

    Enjoy $40 for two adult admission tickets! Choose your Saturday, bring a date or grab a friend, enjoy a drink, and get cozy in Ragnar Kjartansson's, The Visitors, one of the most important and beloved artworks of the 21st century. 

     
  • Art

    Art

    • Exhibitions
    • Collection
    • Search the Collection
    • Public Art
    • Nordic Art and Culture Initiative
    • Publications

    The Light in the Window

    Through May 9, 2027
    Jeffrey E. Gundlach Building

  • Events

    Events

    • Find an Event
    • M&T FIRST FRIDAYS
    • Music at the AKG
    • Public Tours
    • After Hours

    Holiday Sip & Shop

    Join us in the Wilson Town Square on Saturday, November 28, from 10 am to 5 pm, for a vibrant day of shopping, live music, and local talent! Browse unique creations from 20 local artisans, plus our special Mini Makers showcase featuring handmade products from 20 talented young artists.

  • Learn & Create

    Learn & Create

    • Studio Art Classes
    • Creative Commons
    • Blog
    • Free Digital Guide
    • Art’scool: School Tours
    • Lesson Plans
    • Resources for Educators

    Studio Art Classes

    Check out our ongoing Adult, Clay, and Kids' Classes! Students of all levels of experience are invited to get creative at the Buffalo AKG.

  • Entertain

    Entertain

    • Entertain at the Buffalo AKG
    • Book Your Birthday Party
    • Book the Art Truck
    • Book a Photography Session
    • Catering at Cornelia

    Entertain at the AKG

    The Buffalo AKG Art Museum provides an unparalleled setting for your special event. With one of the foremost collections of modern and contemporary art in the world, the museum offers exclusive opportunities for you and your guests. 

  • Support

    Support

    • Membership
    • Make a Donation
    • Museum Day Pass Donations
    • Corporate Support
    • Annual Fundraising Events
    • Travel with Us
    • Volunteer
    • Our Supporters

    Become a Member Today!

    Become a member at the Buffalo AKG and enjoy a year of unlimited free admission, exclusive invitations to exhibition previews and members-only events, discounts on dining, retail, classes, and so much more! 

  • About

    About

    • Mission & Values
    • Our Collections
    • Our Campus
    • Our History
    • Our Team
    • Annual Reports
    • 2026–2031 Strategic Plan
    • Building the Buffalo AKG Art Museum

    Campus History Timeline

    Trace the evolution of the museum’s campus, from groundbreaking for our first building in 1900 to the opening of the Buffalo AKG Art Museum in 2023.

  • Tickets
  • Membership

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Art Classes for Adults

  • Studio Clay Class: Polymer Clay Picture Frames

    Friday, November 20, 2026

    6 pm - 8 pm EST

    Come create a unique frame from polymer clay for any photo you want framed!

    People working in a pottery class
  • Tipsy Crafts: Tipsy Takeover with Bricks 716 (Ages 21+)

    Friday, November 20, 2026

    6 pm - 8 pm EST

    Treat yourself! Join us for monthly make-and-take projects. Meet new crafters or sign up with a friend.

    Photo taken behind a door looking into an art studio where four adults are working
  • Studio Clay Series: Hand-Building the Holidays—Artisanal Gift-Making

    Thursday, December 3, 2026

    1 pm - 3 pm EST

    Come learn about hand building with clay and all the functional wares we can make. 

    People working in a pottery class
    Series
  • Studio Clay Series: Hand-Building the Holidays—Artisanal Gift-Making

    Friday, December 11, 2026

    6 pm - 8 pm EST

    Come learn about hand building with clay and all the functional wares we can make. 

    People working in a pottery class
    Series
  • Tipsy Crafts: Holiday Polymer Clay Gifts & Jewelry (Ages 21+)

    Friday, December 18, 2026

    6 pm - 8 pm EST

    Treat yourself! Join us for monthly make-and-take projects. Meet new crafters or sign up with a friend.

    Photo taken behind a door looking into an art studio where four adults are working
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