Everson Museum of Art
At the heart of Syracuse’s formal art scene is the Everson Museum of Art, housed in a striking I.M. Pei-designed building. It showcases an impressive collection of American paintings, sculptures, and drawings, making it a cornerstone of the city’s cultural identity.
Street Art & Murals Across the City
Syracuse’s streets are alive with public art that tells stories of heritage, hope, and humor. Highlights include:
- Clinton Serenade by Corky Goss and Chip Miller, reflecting early 1900s Downtown Syracuse Nasrene by Eugene Stetz, a floral homage on Fayette Street Deck of Cards Houses mural by Ally Walker in Tipp Hill, a 147-foot tribute to Irish architecture A Love Letter to Syracuse by Steve Powers, spanning old railroad bridges with poetic messages Always Advance by Meredith Kasabian and Josh Luke, celebrating Syracuse’s typewriter legacy Be Yourself mural at XO Taco, featuring a technicolor giraffe and umbrella art
The Gear Factory
A repurposed industrial space on https://larksyracuse7.wordpress.com/ Geddes Street, the Gear Factory is now home to 19 art studios. Local artists like Rachel Anderson create everything from collage to abstract works, fostering a collaborative and supportive creative community.
Syracuse University Art Museum
On campus, the “Faculty Fellows Curate” exhibit showcases works by university faculty, ranging from indigenous rights to pop culture. It’s a space where education and inspiration meet in vivid form.
Why Syracuse’s Art Scene Matters
Named a Top-40 “arts vibrant” city in the U.S., Syracuse’s art scene is powered by passionate locals who use creativity as a tool for healing, activism, and connection. Whether you’re admiring a mural or attending a gallery opening, you’re stepping into a city that celebrates expression in every form.
