Art galleries in Lagos

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About Nike art gallery Nike art gallery was built to preserve Nigerian Yoruba culture. It is owned by Cheif Nike Davies Okundaye and is Nigeria's leading art gallery. It is notable as a home to Adire textiles and paintings.  If you are ever looking for where to experience Nigerian Yoruba culture brought alive in paintings and clothes, the Nike art gallery is where you should go. Whether art lover, tourist, historian or visitor our doors are open to you. The gallery has an alluring ambience and is filled with beautiful works of art, some of which are up for purchase. Security/Safety of Nike art gallery This is a very safe location. don't leave your possessions unattended to What To Bring Before heading to Nike art gallery, here are some helpful things to take along with you: camera- create your own art in a room full of art. Things to do while at Nike art gallery You can do these at the Nike art gallery: visit the tie and dye section try out local delicacies Best Features It is a haven of Nigerian culture Most common visitors Art lovers, Historians, Photographers, Tourists.

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History of Omenka gallery Omenka gallery was built in 2003 to showcase African art. It was built by Oliver Owunwu. With its wide range of local and international collections, the Omenka art gallery is a utopia for art lovers, established and upcoming artists. It was established to maintain the presence of Nigerian and African art on a global scale. Everyone is welcome to enjoy our pieces. Security/Safety of Omenka gallery This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Omenka gallery, here are some helpful things to take along with you: camera Things to do while at Omenka gallery visit exhibitions

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History of African Artists' foundation African Artists' foundation was built in 2007 to promote African arts and artists. It is notable as a platform where Nigerian artists can come show their works. Built by Azu Nwagbogu in 2007. African Arts Foundation is an establishment dedicated to promoting African arts and artists. It serves to promote the richness and diversity of Nigerian artists. Security/Safety of African Artists' foundation This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to African Artists' foundation, here are some helpful things to take along with you: A camera with a change of batteries Things to do while at African Artists' foundation Visit the art gallery Buy some of the artworks Best Features It is a celebration of Nigerian art and artists. Writer's Review To go and appreciate and understand Nigerian art. Most common visitors Art lovers, Photographers, Curators The African Artist Foundation promoting Art and Photography- Vanguard news, 2013.

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History of Red Door Art Gallery Red Door Art Gallery was built to showcase unique and interesting artworks. It is  a place for a diverse yet unique art experience. Red Door art gallery is an institution that deals in the collection of mostly African contemporary art with the belief that art is the expression of man's innermost thought. Security/Safety of Red Door Art Gallery This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Red Door Art Gallery, here are some helpful things to take along with you: A friend- the experience is best shared A camera with spare batteries An open mind; art is subjective. Things to do while at Red Door Art Gallery Visit the galleries Buy some of the artworks Best Features It houses unique works of art that are neither predictable nor conventional. Writer's Review To go and appreciate unique works of art. Most common visitors Artists, Curators, Art connoisseurs, Tourists Red door partners with National Gallery of Art and Nigerian stock exchange- April 2014, Red door news

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History of Muson center Muson center was built in 1983 to raise awareness in Lagos on the richness and elegance of classical music. It is notable as the home for the training of classical musicians. Built by A group of friends; Mr Akintola Williams, Louis Mbanefo, Chief Ayo Rosiji, Chief Rasheed Gbadamosi, Mrs Frasesca Gbadamosi, Sir Mervyn Brown in 1983. The Muson center was built with the aim of training professional classical musicians and to also allow Lagosians enjoy the richness and elegance of classical music. Security/Safety of Muson center This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Muson center, here are some helpful things to take along with you: A camera with a change of batteries A musical instrument Things to do while at Muson center Before heading to Muson center, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Learn to play a musical instrument Attend an orchestra show Best Features It is a unique place to learn to play an instrument and also appreciate classical music. Most common visitors Music lovers, Audiophiles. MTN lauds Muson center Alumni valentine celebration- The nation newspaper, February 2016.

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History of Alexis Gallery Alexis Gallery was built in 2011 to enable budding artists showcase their work. It is notable as a center where young budding artists are showcased to the world. Built by Mrs Patty Mastrogiannis in 2011. Alexis gallery located in Victoria Island is a platform where budding creative artists get to showcase their depictions of the everyday struggle of man on canvas to the general public. Security/Safety of Alexis Gallery This is a very safe location. What To Bring A good camera phone or camera An open mind- Art is subjective Things to do while at Alexis Gallery Buy some of the artworks Take a tour of the gallery Best Features It is a place where beautiful works of art are on display Writer's Review To go and see great works of art. Most common visitors Curators, Art lovers, Artists. Fate, unifying budding artists at Alexis gallery- The header of Vanguard newspaper in 2014.

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About Alara Alara was built to serve as a lifestyle hub of food, fashion and art. It is notable as a lifestyle store offering the best in clothes, food, and art. Security/Safety of Alara This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Alara, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Cash/Atm card Things to do while at Alara Before heading to Alara, here are some things you can do at Alara: Take a tour of the building Visit the restaurant, we hear their food is delicious! Best Features It is an architectural wonder. Writer's Review To go and get affordable yet quality furniture and clothing items. Most common visitors Fashion lovers, shoppers, Designers, Lifestyle bloggers. Inside Alara, Lagos’ new luxury retail mecca- Ynaija stories, February 2016.

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History of The Osh Gallery The Osh Gallery was established in 2013. Centrally sited in the upscale area of Yaba, this is a privately owned gallery by a man named, you guessed it, Osh. If you're an art enthusiast who likes art discussions, Mr. Osh will really appreciate your company. Security/Safety of The Osh Gallery This is a very safe location. What To Bring A friend- the experience is best shared An open mind; art is subjective. Things to do while at The Osh Gallery Buy some of the artworks. Works are on sale from N10,000 and above. Best Features The entrance of the building is a beauty to behold, well decorated with artworks, most of which depict the African culture Writer's Review This is a Nirvana of sorts for art lovers, artists, singers, writers, poets to gather and experience the beauty of music, art, spoken word. Most common visitors This is a well-known spot for artists, curators, art connoisseurs and tourists. "It reminds me that gifted artists who appreciate Nigerian and African culture can be found within the country" - Dami Adedeji

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History of Mydrim Gallery Mydrim Gallery was established in 1992 to promote visual art as well as discover and support new talents in Nigeria. An exclusive gallery just off the busy Awolowo Road, Mydrim Gallery seeks to further develop visual arts awareness, provide a conducive environment for the sale of artworks and promote talented artists by ensuring effective exposure. Security/Safety of Mydrim Gallery This is a very safe location. What To Bring Art materials and tools Cash, Credit/Debit cards or Cheque books for the art auctions Things to do while at Mydrim Gallery View the artworks on display Purchase artworks Best Features Their works are permanently displayed and they are reasonably priced. The gallery exhibits to bring focus to the wealth, beauty and message their artworks convey. Writer's Review Looking for genuine paintings, sculptures and other artworks? This gallery exhibits art from many sought after local artists. Most common visitors Come in and mingle with other art lovers and art exhibitors marvelling at the displays during the weekdays.

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About Nimbus art gallery Nimbus art gallery was built in 1970. It is notable as a place to go and appreciate various works of art. Located in the serene environs of Ikoyi, the Nimbus gallery seeks to promote and develop visual art and artists by promoting them and their work. Security/Safety of Nimbus art gallery This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Nimbus art gallery, here are some helpful things to take along with you: A good camera phone or camera. A friend or a couple of friends. Things to do while at Nimbus art gallery Try these activities at Nimbus Art Gallery: See some of the artworks. Buy some of the artworks. Best Features It is a place for artists to showcase their works. Writer's Review To go and appreciate various art works. Most common visitors Art lovers, Photographers, Artists. Nimbus art gallery is showcasing artists in May- Daily Times, 2014.

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About Center For Contemporary Art Center For Contemporary Art was built in 2007. It is notable as a place for the promotion and development of visual arts. Built by Bisi Silva. The Center for Contemporary Art is a non-profit organization that assists and supports professionalism among curators, writers, artists. It supports and promotes both upcoming and established visual artists. Security/Safety of Center For Contemporary Art This is a very safe location. What To Bring A camera or good camera phone. An open mind- Art is subjective. Things to do while at Center For Contemporary Art Visit the photography and video section. Brainstorm on new ideas. Best Features It prioritizes visual practises such as animation, photography that have been neglected in the Nigerian artistic space. Writer's Review To go and learn about the beauty of visual art. Most common visitors Anybody interested in the development and discussion of visual art is welcome here. Center for Contemporary Art opens today- Aachronym blogspot in 2007.

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About Biodun Omolayo Art Gallery Biodun Omolayo Art Gallery was built on December 15th, 2012. It is notable as a place that promotes and appreciates beautiful works of art. It was built by Biodun Omolayo. A manifestation of creativity and artistic desire, the Omolayo gallery features works from both local and foreign artists and aims to pass on beautiful works of art from generation to generation. Security/Safety of Biodun Omolayo Art Gallery This is a very safe location. What To Bring A camera or good camera phone. A friend or group of friends- Nothing beats a group experience. Things to do while at Biodun Omolayo Art Gallery Take pictures. Buy some of the art works. Best Features It is a place to experience and appreciate quality works of art. Writer's Review To come and buy and appreciate quality art works. Most common visitors Artists, Painters, and Photographers are regular faces here. Biodun Omolayo gallery has a showing today, do you want to come? - Ope, a curator.