The Buffalo AKG offers fast-casual and full-service dining experiences at Cornelia in the Knox Building. The menu at Cornelia places an artful spin on classic dishes. Enjoy morning pastries with tea, coffee, or espresso drinks; stop in for fresh lunch offerings; or make reservations for Friday night or Sunday brunch service.
Through September 6, 2026Jeffrey E. Gundlach Building
Get ready to whip your summer into shape! On June 6, 2026, Rockin’ returns with the genre-defying sound of art-rock pioneers DEVO. Tickets are on sale now!
Check out our ongoing Adult, Clay, and Kids' Classes! Students of all levels of experience are invited to get creative at the Buffalo 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.
Membership prices are increasing in July 2026, and now is your chance to renew and save! “Lock in” your membership at the current rate by renewing or upgrading for two full years before prices increase!
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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Friday, December 12, 2025
6 pm - 8 pm EST
Join our live model drawing session, a timed and facilitated open studio with a nude model designed for artists of all skill levels.
Friday, September 5, 2025
3 pm - 7 pm EDT
Stop by the Great Lawn this M&T FIRST FRIDAY and enjoy some lawn games!
4 pm - 7:30 pm EDT
Come draw with us in the galleries! Get inspired by our works on view and fun drawing prompts!
5 pm - 8 pm EDT
Join us on the Patio for Happy Hour and a Pils Mafia Tasting with Thin Man Brewery!
Friday, August 1, 2025
4 pm - 6 pm EDT
Meet seven local artists from Western New York who were engaged in plein air painting during the East Side Garden Walk in 2024 and 2025!
4 pm - 5 pm EDT
Join us in the Sculpture Terrace for a performance by the Buffalo Chamber Players!
Join the AKG for a drop-in en plein air painting workshop, inspired by the artists and artworks in Northern Lights.
Please join us on the Patio for beer tastings from Big Ditch Brewing Company and drinks for purchase from the mobile Cornelia bar.
Saturday, July 26, 2025
Join Cornelia every Saturday in July for Happy Hour on the Patio from 4 to 6 pm!
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Monday, August 4, 2025
6 pm - 8 pm EDT
Join the Buffalo AKG’s Archivist Gabrielle Carlo, and Manager of Philanthropy Dana Hogan, PhD, as they delve into the archival installation Cornelia Bentley Sage Quinton: "For the Glory of Buffalo!".
Saturday, August 16, 2025
10 am - 4 pm EDT
Join us for a Sip & Shop event in the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Town Square. Local vendors will gather under Common Sky with their handmade jewelry, home decor, and more!
Saturday, August 30, 2025
10 am - 1 pm EDT
Join us in Creative Commons this summer to play like an artist!
Saturday, August 23, 2025
