Downtown Toledo Cultural Guide 5:30-9:00pm
Every month, year-round 30+ creative spaces each month One TARTA fare for unlimited bus rides
Welcome Welcome to the 3rd Thursday Loop! The Arts Commission is proud to present this exciting new cultural program to the community, and we thank you for joining us. With partnership from TARTA and each participating venue, the 3rd Thursday Loop brings a host of new opportunities and possibilities for Toledo’s creative community. By coordinating events, art exhibitions, concerts, performances and much more around this loop, and by connecting each of our major downtown cultural institutions all Toledo-area residents as well as guests and tourists visiting our city have a fun evening of arts and culture to look forward to each month, all year round. The 3rd Thursday Loop offers our city a taste of urban public transit that highlights and connects downtown to its surrounding neighborhoods. For the price of one TARTA fare, event guests can enjoy unlimited rides each evening to 17 stops at some of our city’s most vibrant cultural assets and experience the unique flavor and culture of our historic neighborhoods. Conveniently located bus stops make walking between venues a breeze. We encourage visitors to explore the diverse offering of galleries, studios, dining, and nightlife that make our city such a unique and exciting place. Enjoy, and thank you for helping us inspire a vibrant Toledo! Sincerely, The Arts Commission
How to loop
Downtown Toledo includes the areas of Downtown and Uptown.
#3rdThursdayLoop
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Start from anywhere! Pick your favorite place or a new loop bus stop venue and catch a ride, see map for parking tips. Both routes serve 10th St.
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Climb aboard! Explore Toledo’s vibrant creative community. Try something new, or visit an old favorite. Single TARTA fare gets unlimited rides each event - bring exact change and be sure to stand at the bus stop to be picked up.
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Have fun! Whether you take in an opening, a show, event, or just explore a new part of town, be sure to do it with a smile, ask questions, and meet cool new people.
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Plan your next Loop! There is too much to see and do in a single evening, so be sure to come back each month and take it all in one fun event at a time.
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Know your city! Hang on to this guide and use it between events to find new venues and businesses, explore the city on your own time, or help friends find their way around when visiting.
To see each month’s features and better plan your Loop, visit theartscommission.org.
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uptown loop galleries 1. Toledo Museum of Art Store featuring Collector’s Corner
2445 Monroe - (419) 254-5766 - toledomuseum.org Offering a diverse and delightful selection of unique specialty gifts and design objects for adults and children alike and a sales gallery of original, signed works of art by more than 250 emerging and established local artists, starting at $10.
2. Center for the Visual Arts + CVA Gallery
620 Grove Place - (419) 530-8300 University of Toledo’s Art Department facilities with professional gallery exhibition space for student and faculty work in addition to exhibitions of renowned regional, national and international artists.
3. Parkwood Gallery
1838 Parkwood Ave. Ste. 120 - (419) 254-2787 - theartscommission.org The offices of The Arts Commission, inspiring a vibrant Toledo.
4. Studio Eleven Eleven
1111 Adams - (419) 460-3239 - studioeleven-eleven.com Representing the hand-blown glass works by Leonard Marty and abstract works on canvas by Julie Van Heyst.
5. Truth Art Gallery
1811 Adams - (419) 242-7650 - thetruthtoledo.com Carrying hundreds of pieces of African wood carvings imported from Ghana - masks, village scenes, large mirrors, statues of elephants, giraffes and people at work and play.
6. Gallerie 333 at Toledo School for the Arts (TSA)
333 14th St. - ts4arts.org Displaying artwork of past and present students, instructors, parents of our students, and local artists.
Creative Businesses & Organizations 7. Collingwood Arts Center
2413 Collingwood - (419) 244-2787 - cactoledo.org Non-profit serving artists and organizations in our community through performance, exhibition, and studio space.
8. Scene on the Green
UpTown Green, Madison at 19th St. - (419) 290-0668 UpTown shows off its new park with and evening of artist booths, food trucks, feature band and beer garden.
9. Handmade Toledo
1717 Adams - (419) 214-1717 - handmadetoledo.com A creative multipurpose space for Toledo makers, doers and crafters to call home featuring retail, workshop, studio, gallery, event space. Shop handmade in the Handmade Toledo : Maker Shoppe, focusing on hand crafted goods from local and regional independent designers, makers, and artisans.
10. The Proud Toledoan Boutique (Reddish Printing)
1503 Adams A retail clothing outlet celebrating Toledo and its' awesome citizens.
11. Ink and Iron Tattoo Parlour and Gallery
1505 Adams - (567) 316-7433 - inkandirontattoo.com Showcasing all varieties of art – local artists from all walks of life are encouraged to prepare pieces that are a true extension of themselves and the overall Uptown vibe.
12. Manos Garden
The corner of Jackson at 14th St. - (419) 726-5468 Discover this cool nature, art and vegetable community garden, including vibrant murals and sculptures by local artists.
13. Studio M Printmakers
320 N. Michigan, 3rd Floor (across from library) - 419-343-5084 studio-m-printmakers.com Cozy printmaking studio and gallery available to artists, printmakers, and print enthusiasts in the Toledo, Ohio area.
14. Mad Ave Collective
1600 Madison, 2nd Floor - (419) 472-9000 - madavegroup.com Toledo’s open workspace for freelance creatives and one-stop hub you can turn to whenever you need writers, designers, photographers, videographers and other creative specialists on a freelance basis.
15. Toledo City Paper Offices
1120 Adams - (419) 244-9859 - toledocitypaper.com Fun and funky Adams Street office of Toledo’s biweekly newspaper wits continual coverage for Toledo’s creative community.
Eats & drinks 16. Black Kite Coffee & Pies
2499 Collingwood - (419) 720-5820 An independent, locally owned coffee house that specializes in delicious coffees, teas, and savory pies.
17. Bretz Bar
2012 Adams - (419) 243-1900 Toledo's number one gay nightclub in our 27th year of service by offering up the best in entertainment and events.
18. The Ottawa Tavern
1817 Adams - (419) 725-5483 - otavern.com Toledo’s original live rock n’ roll venue. Always plenty of good music, food and friends at the OT!
19. The Attic on Adams
1701 Adams - (419) 243-5350 Uptown’s neighborhood bar above Manos Greek Restaurant serving up daily happy hour specials and features 7 days a week.
20. Manhattan's Restaurant
1516 Adams - (419) 243-6675 - manhattanstoledo.com Offering Toledo the opportunity to enjoy the experiences of New York every day, meshing the rich New York flavors with the distinctive ambiance of the Adams Street renaissance.
21. The Moxie
1205 Adams - (419) 320-1075 An art house pub, catering to those in the arts and those who appreciate the arts.
22. Wesley’s Bar
1201 Adams - (419) 255-3333 - wesleysbar.com A unique gathering place with three separate bar areas, over 100 different beers, unmatched diversity and entertainment, and the friendliest staff in Toledo!
23. All Crumbs Artisan Bakery
1109 Adams - (567) 377-8999 - allcrumbsbakery.com Specialize in European-style breads and pastries.
24. Glass City Café
1107 Jackson - (419) 241-4519 - glasscitycafe.net Serving our full menu, plus specially created items on “Danny’s Walkabout Menu” to take with you on The Loop. Live Music! For sale: limited edition silk screened “Serigraphs” featuring past and present buildings of Downtown Toledo, new Toledo T-Shirt designs and framed Toledo Memorabilia.
25. Flying Rhino Coffee & Chocolates
436 13th St. - (419) 244-6100 - flyingrhinocoffee.com Offering artisan coffee from around the world, delectable chocolates, and unique pastries.
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Downtown loop galleries 26. Bozarts Fine Art & Music Gallery
151 S. St. Clair - (419) 464-5785 An unique live/work gallery and studio space exhibiting works of local emerging artists and musicians.
27. joenstas gallery
18 N. St. Clair - (419) 779-4955 - Tue-Sat. 12-5 - visit us on facebook at our joenstas gallery page “ Beautify & Educate” is our motto, and we deliver every day. Featuring new art from local artists and beyond with an eclectic mix of paintings, pottery, glass, clothing and furniture will delight and engage all tastes and budgets. Ask about our Special Event space rental and our Arts and Spirits parties!
28. Shared Lives Studios Gallery
20 N. St. Clair - (419) 244-6649 - sharedlivesstudio.com A nonprofit visual arts center where artists with developmental disabilities create, exhibit, and sell art.
29. Jack Wilson’s Gallery
19 S. St. Clair - (419) 466-4202 Displays the artist’s own unique sculpture work in the downstairs studio.
30. Studio of Carol Imes-Luscombe
321 Perry, 3rd Floor (same bldg as Shared Lives Studio) Working studio of artist and printmaker Carol Imes-Luscombe.
31. Gathered Glassblowing Studio
23 N. Huron - (419) 262-5501 - Gatheredglass.com Showcasing fine art and unique glass wares from local and international artists, offering a number of hands on glass activities. Specializing in creating large and small-scale custom glass for homes or businesses.
32. Schmidt Messenger Studios
340 Morris - (419) 242-8049 - jackaschmidt.com - shawnmessenger.com Hot glass and sculpture studios featuring the work of internationally recognized artist Jack Schmidt, Shawn Messenger and Ian Schmidt. The gallery also includes painter David Eichenberg, glass sculptor Timothy Stover and stone sculptor Calvin Babich.
33. Delightful Art With Dee
137 N Michigan - (419) 407-5404 - delightfulart.weebly.com A delightfully different nonprofit gallery, featuring the eclectic artistic styles of dozens of featured local artists and internationally exhibiting ones.
34. Jose Martinez Memorial Galeria, A project of the Sofia Quintero Art and Cultural Center
1222-1224 Broadway - (419) 241-1655 - sqacc.org Sofia Quintero Art & Cultural Center supports and gives voice to artistic and educational expression, which advance community development, responsibility and social equity, cultural diversity, global awareness and stewardship, as well as the empowerment of the Latina and Latino identities.
35. Davis Building Gallery
118 10th St. - (419) 467-6252 Very affordable art from local, national, and international artists.
36. LeSo Gallery
1527 Starr - LeSoGallery.com LeSo is dedicated to developing and nurturing the creative process in the Toledo urban community through a variety of visual art exhibitions with a focus on art and the artist, community-based initiatives, as well as classes and workshops affordable for all demographics.
Creative Businesses & Organizations 37. Paula Brown Shop
912 Monroe - (419) 241-8100 - paulabrownshop.com Eclectic store offering a wide variety of products and decorative items to bring the best things in the world to Toledo and to your home!
38. Sophia Lustig
124 10th St. - (419) 241-1500 - sophialustigshops.com Sophia Lustig is Toledo’s downtown fashion destination offering ladies a concierge-style shopping experience with exceptional service and selection at its core.
39. Continental Office Environments
21 N. Erie - (419) 242-7300 - continentaloffice.com For over 70 years we have been dedicated to improved quality of life in the workplace, striving to create, not just an office, learning for or healthcare space, but a working environment where work flows smoothly incur collaboration spaces.
40. Seed Co-Working
25 S. St. Clair - (419) 407-6199 - seedcoworking.com Toledo’s original cowork community offering professional workspace for designers, developers and independent contractors, or anyone looking for a professional environment beyond your typical office environment.
41. Offices of Paul R. Sullivan AIA
23 S. St. Clair, first floor Professional workspace of local architect and creative community supporter.
42. Art Supply Depo
29 S. St. Clair - (419) 720-6462 - artsupplydepo.com Locally owned art supply store, offering expert advice on products carried and hosting classes in back studio to educate and entertain artists of all ages and skill levels.
43. Floral Pursuit
48 S. St. Clair - (419) 260-3532 A full service floral shop with that warm feel of home.
44. Ahava Spa & Wellness Center
34 S. St. Clair - (419) 241-5877 From the traditional salon services to the latest trends in spa treatments, Ahava Spa and Wellness Center offers a vast array of specialized programs and products, while treating each customer like the ‘cherished one’.
45. DEVOON
911 Jefferson - (419) 214-0575 A unique and affordable boutique that carries items for everyone, including items from local artists as well as items from far and wide.
46. Toledo-Lucas County Public Library
325 Michigan - (419) 259-5200 - toledolibrary.org A downtown landmark since 1940, home to 1.2 million books, CDs, videos, DVDs and reference materials and an on-site art gallery, beautiful Art Deco architecture and renown Vitrolite murals.
47. Cancer Connection of Northwest Ohio, Inc.
151 N. Michigan - (419) 725-1100 - cancerconnectionofnorthwestohio.com A local nonprofit serving cancer patients and all ages with free, hands-on programs. Featuring one-of-kind artwork made by local cancer patients and their families.
48. Fifth Third at Center at One Seagate
550 N Summit Tallest building in downtown home to dozens of business tenants and a lobby space occasionally hosting community art exhibitions.
49. Valentine Theatre
410 Adams - (419) 242-3490 - valentinetheatre.com A 120-year-old 901-seat facility operated by the Toledo Cultural Arts Center, Inc and used by over 50 community groups for cultural endeavors and events since its reopening in 1999.
50. Swamp Shop at Fifth Third Field
406 Washington - (800) 736-9520 - swampshop.milbstore.com Your one-stop-shop for Toledo Mud Hens and Toledo Walleye hats, caps, apparel, and more!
51. Friendly Beaver Records
136 Main - (419) 697-8888 Your neighborhood mom & pop record store.
Eats & drinks 52. Black Cloister Brewing Co.
619 Monroe - (419) 214-1500 - blackcloister.com “Brew good. Do good.” isn’t just a catchy slogan, it’s the statement of our conviction that we can use our great craft beer for great purposes.
53. Ye Olde Durty Bird
2 S. St. Clair - (419) 243-2473 - yeoldedurtybird.com Downtown Toledo's locally owned Gastropub and Entertainment Destination...Great Food!...Music!...and Cheers!
54. Pita Pit Downtown Toledo
30 S. St. Clair - pitapitnwohio.com We are Healthy Eating that's fast, fresh and as unique and creative as you are!
55. Home Slice Pizza
28 S St Clair - (419) 724-7437 Homemade pizza, salads & subs in a buzzing joint, with full dining room downstairs & bar upstairs.
56. Maddie & Bellas Coffee Co.
44 S. St. Clair - maddieandbellacoffeeco.com. Offering up the perfect cup of coffee from the freshest beans, carefully selected for their unique flavor and aromatic qualities, roasted in small batches to ensure perfection.
57. Pizza Papalis of Toledo
519 Monroe - (419) 244-7722 - pizzapapalis.com Award Winning Chicago Style Deep Dish Pizza, set inside one of Toledo Warehouse District's historically preserved landmarks. Our variety of menu items offer something for everyone. Eat hearty and have fun!
58. The Paula Brown Gallery & Pub
912 Monroe - (419) 241-8100 - paulabrownshop.com A Full-service bar with six beers on tap, chilled bottles of wine, plus a great selection of spirits for you to enjoy while browsing our gallery. Featuring rotating food trucks. Please enter in back, through the beer garden.
59. Noddle Bar & Grill at the Park Inn by Radisson
101 N. Summit - (419) 321-2058 - parkinn.com/hotel-toledooh Premier Downtown Conference Hotel in Toledo, the only hotel in the entire city with a view of 5/3 Field.
60. Packos at the Park
7 S. Superior - (419) 246-1111 - tonypackos.com We are proud to offer an original, delicious menu, a full bar to quench your thirst and an atmosphere that will have you browsing at all of the unique displays of Toledo history. We look forward to having you!"
61. Veritas Cork and Craft
505 Jefferson - (419) 214-WINE (9464) - veritastoledo.com Full service lounge offering tapas style small plates, wine by the glass, draft beer selection and fine bourbons, scotches, gins, whisky and tequila plus a retail space of fine wines and craft beers.
62. Registry Bistro
144 N. Superior - (419) 725-0444 - registrybistro.com Contemporary bistro resonates with timeless sophistication while focusing on modern eclectic.
63. The Oliver House at Maumee Bay Brewing Co.
27 Broadway St - (419) 243-1302 - mbaybrew.com Operating out of the Historic Oliver House creating delightfully drinkable ales, lagers, porters, stouts and the like. With the Oliver house comes 150+ years of history and haunted tales The Oliver House remains the oldest commercial building in Toledo that is still in use.
64. Taqueria La Autentica Michoacana
1218 Broadway - (419) 244-6172 Authentic Mexican cuisine with a quaint, cozy, bright atmosphere, including traditional art and contemporary works adorning the walls.
65. Frankies
308 S Main (419) 474-1333 Bringing the best live shows to Toledo!
66. Toledo’s Main Street Bar
141 Main - (419) 697-6297 - wesleysbar.com Club featuring a lineup of hard-rock bands while serving good old American grub.
67. Bleak House
612 Adams - (419) 740-1125 Coffee shop serving high end coffee, breakfast, lunch, specialty drinks and ice cream.
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Established in 1959, The Arts Commission the longeststanding organization of its kind in the state of Ohio. The Arts Commission supports, promotes and connects visual, performing and literary artists, arts organizations and businesses; and administers the City of Toledo’s “1% for Art” ordinance. The organization’s mission includes youth programming, and programs that explore opportunities for economic development and revitalization. The Arts Commission has managed the City of Toledo’s “1% for Art” program since 1977, has presented the annual Ninth Congressional District High School Art Competition in partnership with the Office of Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur since 1983, has presented the award-winning Young Artists at Work program since 1994, and has lead the Live Work Create Toledo initiative since 2007. In addition, The Arts Commission is known for its signature fundraisers, including The Mix series and Hot Glass. To learn more about The Arts Commission and Toledo’s creative community, visit TheArtsCommission.org.
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