One Spokane visitor said, 

"Spokane has a vast, rich mix of museums and artistic attractions, and the eclectic scene should not be missed by any visitor that appreciates a little culture in an unexpected setting." 

Spokane's mix of museums, jazz clubs, stand up comedy venues, art galleries, orchestra halls, and off-Broadway theaters will certainly surprise travelers.  Those who fancy art should visit one of the seven major art galleries and see the talents of local artists.  One of these visits could furnish a one of a kind souvenir to hang on the wall at home.  

The Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture not only exhibits local artist work, but also plays host to traveling national art shows. The Museum also holds one of the largest collections of Native American ancient art in the state, and is worth the short walk from downtown.  

Each May the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture partners with the Spokane Art School to host Spokane ArtFest in Browne’s Addition Coeur d’Alene Park.  Artists demonstrate how they create work while children get hands on art experiences in a wide array activity.  From printmaking, painting, photography, to sculpture and glass, artists display their one-of-a-kind contemporary pieces in this historic tree-lined district of Spokane.  Continuous musical entertainment from jazz to country is presented while visitors enjoy scrumptious food from some of the areas most colorful restaurants.

Gonzaga University’s Jundt Art Museum provides space for various traveling exhibitions as well as artwork for Spokane natives and university faculty and students.  The noteworthy blown-glass collection and chandelier by Dale Chihuly are surely something you don’t want to miss.  The collection pieces are periodically rotated from the storage vaults to the always changing exhibition areas.

Jazz joints and comedy clubs fill the streets in Spokane, where local musicians play into the wee hours of the night, and the Spokane Jazz Orchestra is not to be missed by jazz aficionados.  The Orchestra is the longest running jazz performance orchestra in the nation!  For a more traditional slant, pick up tickets for the esteemed Spokane Symphony, where classical music concerts are performed year round for a modest ticket price.  The Spokane Symphony continues a long tradition as the largest and most active professional performing arts organization in the Inland Pacific Northwest.  The orchestra presents critically acclaimed performances featuring some of the world's most respected soloists.  The Spokane Symphony is dedicated to cultivating new audiences.

The Theatre District in downtown Spokane will please any off-Broadway aficionado.  The Fox Theatre was recently restored and is a must visit for those who love history and a good play.  The Bing Crosby Theatre also offers local talents performing the classics.  The Blue Door, Interplayers Theatre and the INB Performing Arts Center all provide fantastic talent and a variety of theatre options.  

Since its creation, the Blue Door Theatre has been an all-volunteer organization.  Every Friday and Saturday night the Blue Door Theatre, with support from the Spokane community, hosts complete original, improvised and funny productions.

Interplayers Theatre is a major contributor to the region's cultural quality of life, and is pivotal to the economic revitalization of downtown Spokane. The theatre works diligently to provide challenging, diverse and inspiring productions.

Spokane’s INB Perfermorming Arts Center (formerly the Spokane Opera House) is owned and operated by the Spokane Public Facilities District and serves as the premier entertainment venue in the Spokane Region.  A legacy from Spokane’s World Fair in 1974, the facility has hosted everyone from Jerry Seinfeld to "Phantom of the Opera" to "The Lion King."  The elegant INB Performing Arts Center is adaptable for symphony concerts, ballet, grand opera, road shows, country and rock music spectaculars, musical stage productions, travelogues, conventions and lectures.  

Spokane also has a famous dinner theatre in the district for reasonable prices called Centerstage Dinner Theatre.