The best arts & culture spots in Columbia

4 arts & culture spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Dancearts of Columbia

Arts & Culture

If your week needs a creative kick, Dancearts of Columbia has classes for ages two through adult across ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop,…

110 N 10th St

“If your week needs a creative kick, Dancearts of Columbia has classes for ages two through adult across ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, and more.”

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The State Historical Society of Missouri Center for Missouri Studies

Arts & Culture

With a Route 66 exhibition in the Wenneker Gallery, The State Historical Society of Missouri Center for Missouri Studies blends art shows…

605 Elm St

“With a Route 66 exhibition in the Wenneker Gallery, The State Historical Society of Missouri Center for Missouri Studies blends art shows with deep dive research collections like newspapers, maps, oral histories, and a reference library, perfect for a quick culture recharge between errands.”

From the Columbia newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Museum of Art and Archaeology

Arts & Culture

Modern structure housing exhibits of regional artistic & cultural importance, with free admission.

1020 Lowry St

“Modern structure housing exhibits of regional artistic & cultural importance, with free admission.”

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Museum of Anthropology

Arts & Culture

This museum offers Native American artifacts, pioneer history exhibits & a giant archery collection.

1020 Lowry St

“This museum offers Native American artifacts, pioneer history exhibits & a giant archery collection.”

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