Top Museums And Art Galleries in Orlando, FL 32810
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Metropolitan Museums of Art
By Guest G. at Judy's Book May 18, 2011
This is a store, not a museum. Don't be fooled by other reviews that are floating around. (The actual Metropolitan Museum of Art is in New York city.) ...read more
Baterbys Art Gallery
By Frank Hand February 11, 2011
I have been an art enthusiast and collector in south Florida for most of my adult life, and was disappointed to find that much of the art at Baterby's is neither original nor numbered. This is not a good sign, especial for a gallery that claims they can do art appraisals. If you're looking for REAL art at a FAIR price, I'd recommend dealing with a more reputable company OR settle for a nicely framed poster. ...read more
Orange County Regional History Center Museums
By Joshuaws26 at Citysearch August 01, 2010
Today was my first trip to the history center. It was a very nice exhibit and my family enjoyed the center. I am glad we made it there and I would definitely recommend it. There is not a lot there for young kids which is to be expected.\t\n\t\nThe only complaint I had was with the gift shop staff. We spent a couple hours in the history center and before we left we stopped in the shop, to purchase something for our 5 year old son. They have a lot of stuff there that is kid oriented. However they do not allow the children to touch anything. My son picked up 2 HAND puppets and tried them on. As he tried them out to see which he wanted a lady that worked behind the counter across the store yelled, "lets look with our eyes not with our hands." I wasn't sure if she was talking to him or not so I had him put the puppets back on the display. He then went over and picked up a little 6 inch plush toy to show it to me and the lady again said in a rude voice, "look with your eyes not with your hands, ok?" \t\n\t\nI thought this was very unprofessional of her to speak to a customer in the tone that she used. I said to her you have to be kidding, a 5 year old wants to buy something from your gift shop, a hand puppet none the less, and he gets yelled at for putting it on his hand. \t\n\t\nI do not care that this was my son, I just thought it was a sad ending to an other wise great afternoon. ...read more
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The Message of American Art
1997 was an eventful year - the death of Mother Teresa and Princess Diana sent shockwaves all over the world; Tobacco companies were finally getting ready to file settlement for a plethora of lawsuits litigated against the industry for smoking-related health problems; the first adult mammal was successfully cloned; the East Asian Financial Markets were beginning to show signs of downturn. Such events seemed too dispersed to be understood as a whole. Yet, Ken Keeley took on this task with much faithfulness to his art and the message of the times. A signature piece of Keeley's, "97' Newsstand" is one of the many notable artworks that will be featured in Baterbys' American Masters Exhibit from October 2 to 10. The piece embodies the encompassing integrity of American Art. It does not simply translate a stack of candy bars, magazine covers, newspaper headliners and tabloid gossip into a cohesive message of the times, but it also weaves together multiple stories that have defined the people of America in that specific time period. Another American Master Painter whose works will be featured in the upcoming exhibit is Andrew Wyeth who recently passed away early this year at age 91. Heralded for his dismal and somber interpretations of rural, middle-class life and values, his artworks were the perfect juxtaposition to pop-art - the then budding art movement. One art historian, in response to a 1977 survey in Art News magazine about the most underrated and overrated artists of the century, nominated Wyeth for both categories. On the opposite side of the art spectrum is Peter Max, the pop-art laureate painter whose works resonate deeply with people who have a strong connection - whether in retrospective view or by plain interest - with the heydays of the 1960's. His colorful, psychedelic and visually stimulating art has been noted all over the world, including an 8-page article in LIFE magazine in 1968. His works will also be featured in Baterbys American Masters Exhibit. American Masters Exhibit is about the diversity of these artists' voices and styles as much as the unification of their thoughts and hearts. It's a collection of multiple stories about one powerful country's fight for its progress in all aspects while trying to prolong the stability of its principles, values and perspectives. Artists like Thomas Kinkade, Jane Wooster-Scott, Leroy Neiman and William Nelson will also be featured in the exhibit. All of the artworks that will be on display are available for sale at affordable prices. Opening and reception night will be on October 2 at Baterbys Art Auction Gallery. The event will start at 6pm. Guests will be treated to cocktails and hors d'oeuvres by Cuba Libre and a short talk about American Art by one of Baterbys' Art Experts. There is no registration or entrance fee. People who want to attend will simply need to fill out an RSVP form at www.baterbys.com. ...read more
By Baterbys Art Gallery August 19, 2009
August Live Fine Art Auction
Baterbys Quarterly Live Auctions benefit non-profit organizations that provide developmental and holistic programs to children with life-threatening illnesses and their families. By donating the entire buyer's premium of our auction sales and offering our auctioneering services at no cost, we have raised substantial funds for groups such as UCP of Central Florida, Threshold Center for Autism and Give Kids the World. On August 1, make a mark in your community by helping Baterbys support B.A.S.E. Camp, a non-profit organization that provides a year round series of programs for children and families facing the challenge of living with cancer and other life threatening hematology related illnesses. The Live Fine Art Auction will feature a mix of 20th Century Fine Art (by masters such as Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dali, Henri Matisse, Marc Chagall and Joan Miro) and Contemporary Art pieces by renowned artists like Peter Max, Ken Keeley, Andrew Wyeth, Isaac Maimon, Itzchak Tarkay and Leroy Neiman. It will be held at Baterbys Art Auction Gallery, located at Pointe Orlando (9101 International Drive, Orlando FL 32819) ,beside Cuba Libre and across Tommy Bahama's Tropical Cafe. Hors d' oeuvres and cocktails will be served by Cuba Libre. There will be free raffle and will require no registration fee. Preview is at 4pm and auction proper begins at 5pm. To RSVP, visit baterbys.com ...read more
By Baterbys Art Gallery June 30, 2009
Contemporary Exhibit from June 12 to 14
Over 200 artworks by renowned contemporary artists like Itzchak Tarkay, Isaac Maimon, Ken Keeley and William Vincent Kirkpatrick will be exhibited and available for sale at Baterbys, Orlando's Premiere Art Auction Gallery at Pointe Orlando. Baterbys Art Auction Gallery is proud to host a Contemporary Art Exhibit from June 12 to 15 at our gallery in Pointe Orlando. The exhibit will feature today's most widely recognized, laureate painters. Iconic pieces by Ken Keeley, Itzchak Tarkay, Isaac Maimon, Fanch Ledan, Yaacov Agam and Baterbys exclusive artist, William Vincent Kirkpatrick will be showcased in the 6,000 sq. ft, world-class art gallery. Most of these pieces have never been publicly displayed at any location in Orlando. It's a once in a lifetime experience to view these brilliant works of contemporary art. On June 12, the exhibit's Opening Night, Hors d'oeuvres and cocktails will be served by Cuba Libre, a Cuban Restaurant and Rum Bar situated exclusively at Pointe Orlando. Doors will open at 6PM. To RSVP, visit www.Baterbys.com or email contartexhibit@baterbys.com. RSVP now for a chance to win raffle items such as rare, limited production art prints valued over $100! Most importantly, contemporary artworks will be sold at 80% off retail prices for the entire duration of the exhibit. This is best time to get the best deals in the art market, the perfect time to collect breathtaking artworks. Baterbys Art Auction Gallery is located in Pointe Orlando – 9101 International Drive, Orlando FL 32819. For more information about us, the event or to RSVP, please visit www.Baterbys.com, email us at galleryinfo@baterbys.com or call 1-866-537-0266. ...read more
By Baterbys Art Gallery May 29, 2009
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