The Emerson Center is a great facility and scene of weddings, art shows, and tons more--including a great little grill. And now they have one of the largest arrays of solar panels in the state. Emerson is going green...after 100 years.
When I'm in Bozeman visiting family, I always stop at the Emerson Cultural Art Center to catch up on what local artists are doing. The works are displayed beautifully. The variety of items means that something you can't live without is affordable. One or another of the artists in the group is on hand, knowledgeable about the work of the others as well as her own.The Center also includes a restaurant (as yet untried), artists' studios, and other offices.
Cool old school turned in to a cultural center with lots of arts and local people. A fun visit to shop some of the local rts.
Galleries, great restaurant, kids running around for arts/dance classes -- what's not to love? Music shows, winter farmer's market every other Saturday as well!
This place is just so wonderful. Probably one of the best spots in Bozeman. Its historic, yet fun and energetic. The food at the grill is always fabulous. And the art is wonderful! Always something going on there. We love it!
To be clear, my review is for the Emerson Grill, not the cultural center (which was closed at dinner time). The Emerson Grill serves gourmet food in a warm, casual environment. The good could have come from a restaurant in Washington D.C. or San Francisco - it was an unexpected pleasure to find in Bozeman MT!
If you are looking for great art work, from jewelry to paintings to sculptures, look no further than the Emerson. Not only will you find local artists, you will also find a fabulous restaurant - Emerson Grill, winter farmer market every Saturday and many classes to inspire the artist in you! Do not miss the opportunity to stop by the Emerson Cultural Center
By adding some balance to all the other glowing reviews I don't mean to contradict the folks who love this place. Perhaps I could come to love it. But if you're a casual tourist just dropping by, it's likely to be "meh" unless you really dig browsing in artsy little stores. It would appear that there are many scheduled events here, but during the day it seems to be little more than an indoor arts bazaar, and perhaps a practice venue for performance artists. I did dig the luthier's shop, but mostly because I love woodworking.It's just off Main Street, so if you're strolling Main, by all means, drop by, but keep your expectations in check.
We had a great meal, excellent food, wonderful staff, interesting decor. I would definitely return. My friend had the risoto and I had sole draped over hot potato salad. One other guest had a great pizza shaped like a paddle, not your normal round pie. We all left satisfied.
We enjoyed seeing the art and talking with an artist about her work. The outside dining area was so nice, we chose that because we had a toddler with us. The service was excellent and so was the food. My husband had the pork chop which was delicious but huge.