The Barrow Gallery — Attraction in New York

Through the library window, we glimpsed the Barrows Gallery and my heart sank—would my mom in her wheelchair be able to visit? That worry vanished the moment we approached. A docent materialized as if summoned by our curiosity alone, and what followed was the most gracious welcome I've ever experienced at a gallery. Without hesitation, she produced a foldaway ramp and ushered us inside with genuine warmth. Her tour was captivating, illuminating the works with insight and enthusiasm. She even shared a fascinating tale about the Syracuse public library scandal involving Barrow's work—ask about it when you visit! The gallery itself is a treasure—intimate and lovely, with John Barrow's paintings ingeniously framed within the original wainscoting. But she didn't stop there. She arranged for docent Wess to guide us on a walking tour of the village. Wess proved equally delightful—knowledgeable, engaging, and attentive to our pace and interests. We absorbed local history and hidden stories we would never have discovered on our own. I've visited countless galleries over the years, but I cannot recall ever feeling so utterly welcomed, so thoughtfully accommodated, so genuinely cared for. The Barrows Gallery doesn't just display art—it practices hospitality as an art form. If you find yourself in Skaneateles, this is essential,...

Really enjoyed my visit, and particullarly the informative tour by Richard. I happened on this galllery for central NY native artist John Barrow by chance, but I really enjoyed it. There's over 200 original oil paintings, mostly centered on the natural landscape of the local area in the Hudson River Valley School style and they are beautifully maintained. As someone who has been taking some introductory level painting classes, it was very cool to see Barrow's amazing paintings, that were accomplished from notetaking and memory. I would recommend a visit if you are in the area and enjoy original art particullarly that celebrates the beauty of Skaneateles...

The John D. Barrow Art Gallery in Skaneateles is a hidden treasure, offering a world-class collection nestled in a charming village setting. It is the only gallery to showcase the work of Hudson River School artist, John Barrow, and his deep connection to the region through beautifully curated works. Housed behind the Skaneateles Library, this newly renovated, tranquil ambiance provides an intimate and inspiring experience, enhanced by passionate docents, like Richard, who bring Barrow’s...