Allentown isn't the only neighborhood that has an art scene. Black Rock is a promising new component to the creative culture that hasn't gotten widespread notice but is catching the attention of those who like to gather and gallery gaze. Gallery 464 is located at 464 Amherst St. It keeps neihgborhood company with Artsphere. While it may seem like an odd situation, Artsphere is located at the front end of Salon Daneen (where I get my hair cut once or twice a year whether I need it or not!). Daneen's mother is the artist and she creates wonderful renderings of local buildings in pastel, color pencil, water-colors, etc. In both galleries there are interesting rotations of artists.
Street events occur in the warmer months as a result of activities centered around this small art community. What is great about this area is that is hasn't gotten so much notice that there are parking issues (or pay stations!), so it makes it a nice place to spend some time -- a cup of coffee from Delish and a trip into a gallery or two to look at prints, jewelry, pottery, etc.
More gallery and art-outlets are sure to appear on this stretch on paved potential. Between the new restaurants, music oriented store-fronts and specialty stores, there is quite a lot going on in this section of town. Come by for a visit!
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