Anderson Arts Center — Attraction in Anderson

I come here for church on Sundays so I can't exactly review how the ambiance of the art gallery goes but I can review of the building and the art. The building, so I've heard, used to be an old storehouse for a railway system, so there are beautiful distressed wood floors and what looks like hand hewn beams. The brick walls look filled with history. The building without art is an exhibit itself. The old elevator shafts are boarded up and the wooden frame and mechanical components have been left behind. The art changes about once a month and usually it's very cool. Sometimes it's a little odd or ugly but who am I to...

Wanted to get out of the heat while walking downtown and remembered the museum. Didn't know what to expect, but looked the little historical plaques while walking in and the well laid out areas. Some of the displays need more lighting so they can be read, and maybe a bit more direction on the floor to locations and themes. Even so, had fun exploring for an hour or so, and will be back. Interesting history on hydro-electricity and mills. Anderson had some serious visionaries in the 1800's.

Totally recommend a visit for the whole family or...

Love this place! My child took art camp here last summer and she loved it!!! The theme was "Back to The Future." They have the nicest staff and are very professional about the drop off/pick up of the children. They have different camps and activities for kids year around. The interior is beautiful and full of amazing art from local artists. There are other small organizations located inside of this old, large, and historic building. This is definitely where...