visit kentuck
Kentuck Art Center and Festival has locations in Northport and Tuscaloosa, Alabama. All are free to visit! Read below to learn more about what's at each place.
kentuck art center
Kentuck's main campus sits in the heart of Historic Downtown Northport, Alabama and is home to five repurposed buildings containing seven artists studios, three galleries, three classrooms, and The Gallery Shop. You'll know you've arrived when you spot Rusty, our larger-than-life rooftop sculpture by Larry Godwin.
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What's here?
Gallery Shop (retail store) ★ Artists' studios ★ Workshops for all ages ★ Kentuck's Art Nights ★ Museum Gallery ★ Teer Gallery ★ SoNo Gallery ★ Main offices
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Hours:
Tuesday-Friday: 9:30am-5:00pm
Saturday: 12:00pm-4:00pm
Sunday: Closed
Monday: Shop closed, offices open
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Address: 503 Main Avenue, Northport, AL 35476 |
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Traffic changes:
The City of Northport is in the middle of a streetscaping project in Downtown Northport. All businesses are still open and there are still plenty of places to park! Main Avenue is closed at the 5th Street intersection. Main Avenue is closed to thru traffic at 10th Street, but access to businesses is still maintained.
Where to park to visit Kentuck:
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At our Georgine Clarke Building parking lot on 5th Street
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Behind Anders Hardware on 5th Street
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Street parking along the south end of Main Avenue
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North parking lot, near Rusty the giant red dog. Approach from 10th st and drive around barricade.
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Lot between Gracefully Done Interiors and Mark's Mart
kentuck at queen city
Discover Kentuck at Queen City, our newest location nestled inside the historic Queen City Pool and Poolhouse in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Home to Kentuck's Permanent Collection and rotating exhibits throughout the year, there's always something new to see. Stop by on the third Saturday of each month for our Art Markets, and don't miss The Deep End gift shop, stocked with Kentuck merchandise and one-of-a-kind pieces from local Tuscaloosa artists.
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What's here?
Art Gallery ★ The Deep End (gift shop) ★ Kentuck's Art Markets
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Hours:
Thursday-Saturday: 10:00am-4:00pm (closed for lunch, 11:30am-12:30pm)
Sunday: 1:00pm-4:00pm
Monday-Wednesday: Closed
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Directions: 1901 Jack Warner Pkwy, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
kentuck festival of the arts
The Kentuck Festival of the Arts is an annual event that celebrates creativity, culture, and community in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Held at Snow Hinton Park, this nationally recognized festival attracts over 15,000 visitors from across the country for a weekend filled with inspiring art, live entertainment, and hands-on experiences. Visit and see why so many call this storied festival a "heaven of a place."
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What's here?
270+ incredible artists ★ Live music ★ Activities for kids ★ Food trucks ★ Artist demos ★ Spoken word performances ★ craft brews
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Hours:
Saturday, October 17: 9am-5pm
Sunday, October 18: 9am-4pm
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VIP Package Pre-sale happening now ★ General admission tickets on sale Aug 1 ★ Volunteer sign ups start Aug 1 ★ Sponsorship opportunities open now
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Directions: 21st Street E Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
kentuck's gallery at hotel indigo
Kentuck's Gallery at Hotel Indigo is a satellite space curated by Kentuck Art Center, showcasing works by local artists. Accessible whenever the hotel is open: stop in, take in the art, then head up to the rooftop bar for a drink with a view of the Black Warrior River.
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What's here?
Art Gallery curated by Kentuck Art Center ★ Rooftop bar & other Hotel Indigo amenities
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Hours:
Check Hotel Indigo's website for their operating hours
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Directions: 111 Greensboro Ave Tuscaloosa, AL 35401