Las Vegas has some of the most beautiful, famous and outstanding art museums and galleries, to be found anywhere, ready to enchant any person, of any age or taste. Here is a self-guided tour of most popular contemporary art museums and galleries in Las Vegas.
1) Centaur Art Galleries
Centaur Art Galleries hosts some of the largest fine arts exhibitions in the world. The art dates back to the 16th century and continues upto modern times. Displayed here are works of art by some of the most outstanding artists of the modern era such as Renoir, Picasso, Chagall, etc. The Galleries also have an amazing private collection of Dali’s oeuvre that includes freehand drawings, sculptures, etc.
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2) Bernard K. Passman Gallery
Bernard K. Passman is a world famous artist who makes art and jewelry from very rare black coral. His work is famous among celebrities because they are breathtakingly beautiful. Besides, they are not exorbitantly priced. Bernard K. Passman Gallery is a very popular spot in Las Vegas. Bernard K. Passman Gallery is located at the Grand Canal Shoppes, Venetian Hotel & Casino.
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3) Kush Fine Art Las Vegas
Located in Ceasars Palace, Kush Fine Art Las Vegas is a very interesting gallery that features the art and work of the Russian-born artist Vladimir Kush. At the gallery you can see and enjoy outstanding paintings, prints, sculptures and books dedicated to the artist. The Gallery is located inside the Caesar’s Palace hotel.
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4) Neil Leifer Gallery
The Neil Leifer Gallery at Caesars Palace showcases the works of a celebrated artist of sports photography, Neil Leifer. Throughout his career, Leifer has published hundreds of photos on the covers of prominent magazines, such as Sports Illustrated and Time and People, and received professional recognition, including the most prestigious in photography Lucie Award. Presented here are some of his most recognizable shots featuring Muhammad Ali standing over a defeated Sonny Liston, Secretariat winning the Kentucky Derby, and President John F. Kennedy with Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson after throwing out the first pitch of the 1961 baseball season. All of the pictures are available for sale, plus the ones displayed in the Caesars Palace Poker Room. The Leifer Gallery sits on the casino level of the Augustus Tower at Caesars Palace.
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5) Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art
The Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art located at the Bellagio Resort and Casino is no doubt a top attraction of Las Vegas. The art collection is really impressive. It contains paintings and sculptures by some of the most famous artists of the 19th and 20th centuries including some by Van Gogh, Monet and Picasso.
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6) Wyland Gallery
In the heart of an American desert, Wyland Gallery displays a unique and original art theme – water. This gallery provides the highest quality fine art and houses the collection of paintings, sculptures and other art forms, all revolving around the theme of ocean and undersea life.
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