Unique Feature: Art
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ARTWalk
Location: Rochester, NY ARTWalk is a permanent art trail in the Neighborhood of the Arts (NOTA) in Rochester, NY. The route connects arts centers and public spaces along University Avenue between the Memorial Art Gallery and the George Eastman House. We parked at the Merriman Park Playground. There are a few pieces of art right… Read more
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Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens
Location: Buffalo, NY These beautiful indoor botanical gardens are located 1 hour 15 minutes west of Rochester, NY near Buffalo. There are multiple different rooms for different types of plants. The gardens are accessible and stroller friendly. There is a koi pond, a kids play area, an art gallery, restrooms, and a gift shop. There… Read more
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Kennelly Park
Location: Fairport, NY This park is located 15 minutes east of Rochester, NY. The park is on the Erie Canal just next to the Fairport Public Library. There is a gazebo where there are events and concerts as well as an art sculpture. A short paved path leads to some picnic tables and a fenced… Read more
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Lime Hollow Nature Center – Eric Kroot Art Trail
Location: Cortland, NY Note: There is hunting allowed at Lime Hollow Nature Center. Do your research before visiting these hiking trails and take safety precautions. This 0.32 mile trail is “accessible to wheelchairs during most times of the year, and to strollers and people with mobility challenges throughout the year.” It’s a beautiful flat trail… Read more
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Memorial Art Gallery – Centennial Sculpture Park
Location: Rochester, NY This museum is located in the city of Rochester. The Centennial Sculpture Park at the Memorial Art Gallery opened in 2013 to celebrate the museum’s 100th anniversary. The grounds are free and open year-round with paved paths to walk around and see large outdoor sculptures by well-known artists. From here you can… Read more
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Mohawk Valley Gateway Overlook
Location: Amsterdam, NY This overlook is located 3 hours east of Rochester, NY. A paved walking path leads to a bridge with beautiful views over the Mohawk River. There are beautiful flowers in the summer, benches, artwork, historical information, and more. According to the official website, the MVGO bridge is open from Spring until the… Read more
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Ontario Pathways – Art Trail
🚨 Read this before visiting!!! This is a temporary trail exhibit. Check the Ontario Pathways website/Facebook to check when it’s assembled and taken down for the year 🚨 Location: Canandaigua, NY Along certain sections of the Ontario Pathways trail is a temporary Art Trail! The trail features weatherproof artwork (paintings and photographs) of scenes around… Read more
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Star Alley Park
Location: Rochester, NY This small “pocket park” is located in the South Wedge neighborhood in the city of Rochester, NY. There is a small covered stage, picnic tables, public art murals, and a Little Free Library. There were lovely Christmas decorations when I visited. This park has street parking and is nearby many small local… Read more