10 Art Galleries in Montana That You Shouldn't Miss

This restored turn-of-the-century gallery features exhibits by Montana artists in various forms including painting, sculpture, ceramics, fiber arts and photography.

One of the largest galleries of fine art in Montana, Dana Gallery offers a diverse group of nationally recognized artists painting everything from traditional western to abstract art in mixed media. A staple in the Missoula arts scene since 1996, Dana Gallery is committed to bringing both experienced masters and emerging local artists to the spotlight. A must see for art lovers of all types.

Ecce Fine Art features fine and eclectic art with a concentration on local and regional artists. Featured artist openings and shows monthly. Also available for private dining parties for groups of 10-20 people with service by the Emerson Grill.

The Archie Bray Foundation for the Ceramic Arts (Bray) is a nonprofit, educational institution dedicated to the enrichment of the ceramic arts. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and located three miles from downtown Helena, Montana. Founded in 1951 on the site of the former Western Clay Manufacturing Company, the Bray was the first artist residency program in the United States devoted solely to ceramics. For over sixty years ceramic artists from around the world have come to the Bray to make artwork, share experiences and explore new ideas. The Bray also offers community ceramics classes for adults and children, exhibitions and special events throughout the year as well as specialized workshops in ceramics. The Bray’s facilities include year-round and seasonal artist studios, a community ceramics studio, sales gallery, rotating exhibition spaces, kiln facilities, and a retail ceramic supply business. The 26 acre grounds also display site-specific sculpture and artwork left by past resident artists.Galleries and grounds are open and free to the public throughout the year for the exhibition and sale of artwork by resident artists. The Sales Gallery is open Monday–Saturday from 10 am–5 pm and Sunday from 1–5 pm. A self-guided walking tour of the grounds is available anytime during daylight hours. Guided tours for larger groups are available by appointment. The Bray is located at 2915 Country Club Ave., just 1/3 mile West of Spring Meadow Lake.

Experience our area's vibrant arts culture! Enjoy original art from over 200 Western and contemporary artists in the historic 1889 Rocky Fork and Cooke City Railway Depot. See new exhibits each month featuring the best artists in the region and visit the renovated Northern Pacific Caboose. Join us for workshops given by local artists, art appreciation lectures, educational exhibits, children's programs, Montana Shakespeare in the Parks, Missoula Children's Theatre, and the annual Labor Day Arts Fair.

Art Gallery and concrete sculpting studio featuring sculptor Barbara Liss and artwork of various mediums by other artists.

A fine art gallery featuring contemporary artists from Montana and the surrounding region, and an always-changing selection of classic and collectible art. From emerging artists to established greats, we specialize in paintings, sculpture, photography, and artifacts representing the majesty and history of the West. We are also renowned for exceptional custom picture framing.

The Ohrmann Museum & Gallery showcases the work of life-long artist Bill Ohrmann. Bill grew up in the area, ranching, developing a love of nature, and nurturing his artistic talents. He worked in many media, including water color and oil paintings, wood sculpture, polymer clay, bronze, and welded steel. His imaginative wood carvings were his hallmark for many years. After retiring from ranching at the age of 78, he turned his focus to oil painting. His subject matter changed, too, from the pleasant ‘elk on a hillside’ to powerful images depicting his frustration with the human race when it comes to over-population, organized religion, cruelty to animals, and other social ills. Also at about this time he thought it would be challenging to create life sized, realistic sculptures of animals out of welded steel. Grizzly bears, bison, elk, and a full sized wooly mammoth came out of the shop. Examples of all these genre can be seen at the Museum, along with art work by his son, John

Sunti World Art Gallery presents a tasteful fusion of world art, proudly representing masters artists from North America, Europe, and Asia. Sunti World Art Gallery boasts of both culture and class, showcasing Sunti’s sculptures, original paintings, ceramics, live-edge wood furniture, teakwood carvings, American-made raku, antique Turkish rugs, and hand-embroidered zardozis from India. With two floors of fine art, Sunti World Art Gallery includes a gift shop and cafe, offering organic specialty coffee and beverages, as well as a selection of pastries and tea sandwiches.