Burl Art Gallery

Burl Art Gallery Burl Gallery is a community gallery located in the Northern Warehouse in Lowertown St. Paul, MN.

Founded in 1997, the Argyle Zebra Gallery has sustained itself as a nonprofit community gallery for nearly twenty-five years, providing a public space for artists to explore, grow and take creative risks.

The 2nd cycle of our 2026 curatorial series, Aesthetic ESSENCE is on display Aesthetic ESSENCE II

🗓 Exhibit Dates: 4.4....
05/17/2026

The 2nd cycle of our 2026 curatorial series, Aesthetic ESSENCE is on display

Aesthetic ESSENCE II

🗓 Exhibit Dates: 4.4.26 – 5.30.26
🕙 Gallery Hours: Saturday & Sunday | 10am–4pm
🎟 Free & open to the public

66 original pieces of ART.  Created by 66 ARTISTS. 

In art, “aesthetic essence” refers to the fundamental qualities that give an artwork its artistic merit and unique identity, such as its emotional impact, beauty, or symbolic meaning.  It is the intrinsic, intangible quality that defines the work, which can be felt as a “good feeling” when experienced.  It is the crucial element that transcends a work’s function, purpose, or mere physical composition to create a profound and universal connection with the viewer. 

“Art is ruled uniquely by the imagination. Images are its only wealth. It does not classify objects, it does not pronounce them real or imaginary, does not qualify them does not define them; it feels and presents them”.  ~Benedetto Croce

Image 1: Darrell Hagan, “Dressed to Receive”
Image 2: Mandy Chowen, “The Big Hill”
Image 3: Karen Ask, “Broken”
Image 4: Billie Poorman, “Iktómi’s Endgame: The Virgin’s Genesis”
Image 5: Jesse D. Lang, “Theseus and the Minotaur”
Image 6: Marcela Rodriguez Aguilar, “Oveja Azul | Blue Ewe”

To visit our website, click on linktr.ee in our bio, and select EXHIBITS

The 2nd cycle of our 2026 curatorial series, Aesthetic ESSENCE is on display Aesthetic ESSENCE II

🗓 Exhibit Dates: 4.4....
05/16/2026

The 2nd cycle of our 2026 curatorial series, Aesthetic ESSENCE is on display

Aesthetic ESSENCE II

🗓 Exhibit Dates: 4.4.26 – 5.30.26
🕙 Gallery Hours: Saturday & Sunday | 10am–4pm
🎟 Free & open to the public

66 original pieces of ART.  Created by 66 ARTISTS. 

In art, “aesthetic essence” refers to the fundamental qualities that give an artwork its artistic merit and unique identity, such as its emotional impact, beauty, or symbolic meaning.  It is the intrinsic, intangible quality that defines the work, which can be felt as a “good feeling” when experienced.  It is the crucial element that transcends a work’s function, purpose, or mere physical composition to create a profound and universal connection with the viewer. 

“Art is ruled uniquely by the imagination. Images are its only wealth. It does not classify objects, it does not pronounce them real or imaginary, does not qualify them does not define them; it feels and presents them”.  ~Benedetto Croce

Image 1: Stuart R. Raymond, “Cosmopolitan”
Image 2: Shona Dockter, “Pink Sky I”
Image 3: Jenny Stice, “No Desire to Have”
Image 4: Pierangela Garau, “Sa Soha, Throwing the Rope”
Image 5: Richard Stryker, “The Overlook”
Image 6: Anne Landreman, “Expedition”

To visit our website, click on linktr.ee in our bio, and select EXHIBITS

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☀️ The BURL patio is OPEN! ✨
Come spend a beautiful Saturday/Sunday morning in Lowertown, Saint Paul 🏙️💛
🛍️ Stroll throu...
05/10/2026

☀️ The BURL patio is OPEN! ✨

Come spend a beautiful Saturday/Sunday morning in Lowertown, Saint Paul 🏙️💛

🛍️ Stroll through the indoor + outdoor — fresh flowers, local veggies & all the market magic 🌷🥬🍓🐝

🎨 Explore local art at , & in the

🥐🥟🌮 🥯🍳Come hungry and grab something delicious from , , & the ✨

☀️🧡 Relax at our patio tables and watch the neighborhood buzz by 🚶‍♀️🚲🌸

✨Lowertown is one of Saint Paul’s best kept secrets—come experience it!

The 2nd cycle of our 2026 curatorial series, Aesthetic ESSENCE is on display Aesthetic ESSENCE II

🗓 Exhibit Dates: 4.4....
05/09/2026

The 2nd cycle of our 2026 curatorial series, Aesthetic ESSENCE is on display

Aesthetic ESSENCE II

🗓 Exhibit Dates: 4.4.26 – 5.30.26
🕙 Gallery Hours: Saturday & Sunday | 10am–4pm
🎟 Free & open to the public

66 original pieces of ART.  Created by 66 ARTISTS. 

In art, “aesthetic essence” refers to the fundamental qualities that give an artwork its artistic merit and unique identity, such as its emotional impact, beauty, or symbolic meaning.  It is the intrinsic, intangible quality that defines the work, which can be felt as a “good feeling” when experienced.  It is the crucial element that transcends a work’s function, purpose, or mere physical composition to create a profound and universal connection with the viewer. 

“Art is ruled uniquely by the imagination. Images are its only wealth. It does not classify objects, it does not pronounce them real or imaginary, does not qualify them does not define them; it feels and presents them”.  ~Benedetto Croce

Image 1: Tom Westberg, “Soul of Fire”
Image 2: Katiana Shovelain, “Gentle”
Image 3: Mark Cosimini, “Allegory of the Haves and Have Nots IV”
Image 4: Karen Aldrich, “Just Keep Screaming”
Image 5: BlackDuck, “Pinocchio”
Image 6: Catherine L. Johnson, “escape / ih-skeyp II”

To visit our website, click on linktr.ee in our bio, and select EXHIBITS

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The 2nd cycle of our 2026 curatorial series, Aesthetic ESSENCE is on display Aesthetic ESSENCE II

🗓 Exhibit Dates: 4.4....
05/03/2026

The 2nd cycle of our 2026 curatorial series, Aesthetic ESSENCE is on display

Aesthetic ESSENCE II

🗓 Exhibit Dates: 4.4.26 – 5.30.26
🕙 Gallery Hours: Saturday & Sunday | 10am–4pm
🎟 Free & open to the public

66 original pieces of ART.  Created by 66 ARTISTS. 

In art, “aesthetic essence” refers to the fundamental qualities that give an artwork its artistic merit and unique identity, such as its emotional impact, beauty, or symbolic meaning.  It is the intrinsic, intangible quality that defines the work, which can be felt as a “good feeling” when experienced.  It is the crucial element that transcends a work’s function, purpose, or mere physical composition to create a profound and universal connection with the viewer. 

“Art is ruled uniquely by the imagination. Images are its only wealth. It does not classify objects, it does not pronounce them real or imaginary, does not qualify them does not define them; it feels and presents them”.  ~Benedetto Croce

Image 1: Mary Catherine Solberg, “Tequila”
Image 2: Jessa Holmes, “Melch, Grubby Little Guy”
Image 3: Rachel Cain, “Stone on Beach”
Image 4: Catherine Kober, “The Holy Napkin”
Image 5: Susan Costello Sepulveda, “Vernal”
Image 6: Selvi M. Bunce, “Boredom is a Sin”

To visit our website, click on linktr.ee in our bio, and select EXHIBITS

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The 2nd cycle of our 2026 curatorial series, Aesthetic ESSENCE is on display Aesthetic ESSENCE II

🗓 Exhibit Dates: 4.4....
05/02/2026

The 2nd cycle of our 2026 curatorial series, Aesthetic ESSENCE is on display

Aesthetic ESSENCE II

🗓 Exhibit Dates: 4.4.26 – 5.30.26
🕙 Gallery Hours: Saturday & Sunday | 10am–4pm
🎟 Free & open to the public

66 original pieces of ART.  Created by 66 ARTISTS. 

In art, “aesthetic essence” refers to the fundamental qualities that give an artwork its artistic merit and unique identity, such as its emotional impact, beauty, or symbolic meaning.  It is the intrinsic, intangible quality that defines the work, which can be felt as a “good feeling” when experienced.  It is the crucial element that transcends a work’s function, purpose, or mere physical composition to create a profound and universal connection with the viewer. 

“Art is ruled uniquely by the imagination. Images are its only wealth. It does not classify objects, it does not pronounce them real or imaginary, does not qualify them does not define them; it feels and presents them”.  ~Benedetto Croce

Image 1: Chloe Briggs, “The Stranger”
Image 2: Brian Albert Casteleyn, “Have Mercy”
Image 3: Caitlyn Fung, “Blooming Cacti”
Image 4: Jayson King, “Colares”
Image 5: Kay Marcotte, “Agave at Dawn”
Image 6: C Miller, “Blue Beetles”

To visit our website, click on linktr.ee in our bio, and select EXHIBITS

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The 2nd cycle of our 2026 curatorial series, Aesthetic ESSENCE is on display Aesthetic ESSENCE II

🗓 Exhibit Dates: 4.4....
04/26/2026

The 2nd cycle of our 2026 curatorial series, Aesthetic ESSENCE is on display

Aesthetic ESSENCE II

🗓 Exhibit Dates: 4.4.26 – 5.30.26
🕙 Gallery Hours: Saturday & Sunday | 10am–4pm
🎟 Free & open to the public

66 original pieces of ART.  Created by 66 ARTISTS. 

In art, “aesthetic essence” refers to the fundamental qualities that give an artwork its artistic merit and unique identity, such as its emotional impact, beauty, or symbolic meaning.  It is the intrinsic, intangible quality that defines the work, which can be felt as a “good feeling” when experienced.  It is the crucial element that transcends a work’s function, purpose, or mere physical composition to create a profound and universal connection with the viewer. 

“Art is ruled uniquely by the imagination. Images are its only wealth. It does not classify objects, it does not pronounce them real or imaginary, does not qualify them does not define them; it feels and presents them”.  ~Benedetto Croce

Image 1: Phillip Schmidt, “Split Rock Rhapsody”
Image 2: James McCrory, “Shift”
Image 3: Jennifer Andrus, “Do You Have ‘Hop on Pop’?”
Image 4: Andrea Canter, “Daffodils”
Image 5: Perilla Zuniga, “A Whale’s Dream”
Image 6: Julie Deneen, “Cottagecore Quilt”
Image 7: Richard Swanson, “Union Liberty Honor”

To visit our website, click on linktr.ee in our bio, and select EXHIBITS

The 2nd cycle of our 2026 curatorial series, Aesthetic ESSENCE is on display Aesthetic ESSENCE II

🗓 Exhibit Dates: 4.4....
04/25/2026

The 2nd cycle of our 2026 curatorial series, Aesthetic ESSENCE is on display

Aesthetic ESSENCE II

🗓 Exhibit Dates: 4.4.26 – 5.30.26
🕙 Gallery Hours: Saturday & Sunday | 10am–4pm
🎟 Free & open to the public

66 original pieces of ART.  Created by 66 ARTISTS. 

In art, “aesthetic essence” refers to the fundamental qualities that give an artwork its artistic merit and unique identity, such as its emotional impact, beauty, or symbolic meaning.  It is the intrinsic, intangible quality that defines the work, which can be felt as a “good feeling” when experienced.  It is the crucial element that transcends a work’s function, purpose, or mere physical composition to create a profound and universal connection with the viewer. 

“Art is ruled uniquely by the imagination. Images are its only wealth. It does not classify objects, it does not pronounce them real or imaginary, does not qualify them does not define them; it feels and presents them”.  ~Benedetto Croce

Image 1: Sophia Kosel, “Victoria’s Secret”
Image 2: Michelle Biegel, “Be a Good Person”
Image 3: Mary C. Gallagher, “Psalm for Bramble Bay Mouse”
Image 4: KCJMR.ART, “20 Little Monsters”
Image 5: Lucien Brinkley, “Hypnopompia”
Image 6: Colleen Cosgrove, “Purple Hyacinth”
Image 7: Katelyn Mariah, “Call of the Mystic Swan”

To visit our website, click on linktr.ee in our bio, and select EXHIBITS

Join us tomorrow as we celebrate our artists and come together in support of our community. ✨ It’s ST. Paul Art Crawl in...
04/17/2026

Join us tomorrow as we celebrate our artists and come together in support of our community. ✨

It’s ST. Paul Art Crawl in Lowertown as well! Lots of open studios, galleries & restaurants. It’s an ART LOVERS DREAM!

𝗔𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗜I — 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
🗓 Saturday, April 18, 2026
🕔 6–8 PM
🎟 Free & open to the public

𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬
As artists, we know creativity thrives in community. During the reception, we will have a collection space for non-perishable food and household essentials for immigrant families sheltering in place in St. Paul. If you feel moved, please consider bringing an item to share with our neighbors.

Let’s turn our 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲.❤️

⬅️ Swipe left for a list of suggested items.

To learn more, visit the linktr.ee in our bio and select 𝗘𝗫𝗛𝗜𝗕𝗜𝗧𝗦.


The 2nd cycle of our 2026 curatorial series, Aesthetic ESSENCE is on display Burl GalleryAesthetic ESSENCE II

🗓 Exhibit...
04/12/2026

The 2nd cycle of our 2026 curatorial series, Aesthetic ESSENCE is on display Burl Gallery

Aesthetic ESSENCE II

🗓 Exhibit Dates: 4.4.26 – 5.30.26
🕙 Gallery Hours: Saturday & Sunday | 10am–4pm
🎟 Free & open to the public

66 original pieces of ART.  Created by 66 ARTISTS. 

In art, “aesthetic essence” refers to the fundamental qualities that give an artwork its artistic merit and unique identity, such as its emotional impact, beauty, or symbolic meaning.  It is the intrinsic, intangible quality that defines the work, which can be felt as a “good feeling” when experienced.  It is the crucial element that transcends a work’s function, purpose, or mere physical composition to create a profound and universal connection with the viewer. 

“Art is ruled uniquely by the imagination. Images are its only wealth. It does not classify objects, it does not pronounce them real or imaginary, does not qualify them does not define them; it feels and presents them”.  ~Benedetto Croce

Image 1: Leeya Rose Jackson, “Secret Garden”
Image 2: Sam Meersman, “Pour”
Image 3: Angela Spencer, “Black Pot”
Image 4: Jo Ann Hendricks, “Purple Michelle”
Image 5: Joyce Loney, “Where the Day Settles”
Image 6: Coralette Damme/Crafty Hag, “Pinecones”

To visit our website, click on linktr.ee in our bio, and select EXHIBITS

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The 2nd cycle of our 2026 curatorial series, Aesthetic ESSENCE is on display Burl GalleryAesthetic ESSENCE II

🗓 Exhibit...
04/11/2026

The 2nd cycle of our 2026 curatorial series, Aesthetic ESSENCE is on display Burl Gallery

Aesthetic ESSENCE II

🗓 Exhibit Dates: 4.4.26 – 5.30.26
🕙 Gallery Hours: Saturday & Sunday | 10am–4pm
🎟 Free & open to the public

66 original pieces of ART.  Created by 66 ARTISTS. 

In art, “aesthetic essence” refers to the fundamental qualities that give an artwork its artistic merit and unique identity, such as its emotional impact, beauty, or symbolic meaning.  It is the intrinsic, intangible quality that defines the work, which can be felt as a “good feeling” when experienced.  It is the crucial element that transcends a work’s function, purpose, or mere physical composition to create a profound and universal connection with the viewer. 

“Art is ruled uniquely by the imagination. Images are its only wealth. It does not classify objects, it does not pronounce them real or imaginary, does not qualify them does not define them; it feels and presents them”.  ~Benedetto Croce


Image 1: Kathryn D’Elia, “Pin & Needles”
Image 2: Eric Zuccola, “Restitution for the Remaining Labor”
Image 3: Christian Michael, “Tiger Garden”
Image 4: Rebecca Wynia, “Le Fil Bleu”
Image 5: Joseph Cassens Marxen, “Take What You Can Get”
Image 6: Lyla Schuster, “Heartsick”

To visit our website, click on linktr.ee in our bio, and select EXHIBITS

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Address

308 Prince Street, Suite 130
Saint Paul, MN
55101

Opening Hours

Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+16512243757

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