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Boston's Best Paint And Sips

One of the current popular bar themes is paint night. Like the piano bar or sports pub, it is a way to draw drinkers in and keep them happily occupied. With a paint and sip, guests will typically spread out with provided tools and take a guided class in painting a preordained work of art. Bars may organize these as a sort of theme night or it could be the establishment's nightly routine. Either way, keep an eye out for them in Boston because they can be a fun way to have a few drinks and learn something new.

The Artist Bar
Western Avenue Studios
122 Western Ave.
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 710-8605
www.theartistbar.com

The Artist Bar is a take on the paint and sip that puts guests right into a working artist's studio. The owner hosts parties where guests learn to paint while sipping cocktails. It is even possible to plan a private party in the studio, which is great for bachelorette parties or even bridal showers. It can accommodate between eight and 50 painters, so events can be pretty big. Of course, there are also open nights where individuals or small groups can pop in to paint.

Related: Boston's Best Painting Classes

The Urban Art Bar
709 East Broadway
Boston, MA 02127
(617) 596-0553
www.theurbanartbar.com

Probably the most accessible art bar in Boston, The Urban Art Bar is a casual bar that offers lessons for famous pieces. Check the calendar to see which dates are for which paintings to decide upon the right class before attending. It is possible to host private or corporate events at The Urban Art Bar as well, which makes choosing the painting a bit easier. The space is very urban, which means not a ton of space, but it is worth getting a bit close to fit into this paint and sip.

Paint Corner Art Bar
31 Belmont St.
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 864-0263
www.paintcornerartbar.com

The Paint Corner Art Bar is much like The Urban Art Bar, especially when it comes to the art. Expect a few Boston pieces and dumbed-down versions of "Starry Night." A few things do set it apart, however. There is a second location on Martha's Vineyard for Bostonians who like to vacation there. Furthermore, Paint Corner Art Bar does children's parties. Forget made-for-kids studios and bring the group to a more grown-up studio.

Paint Nite
www.paintnite.com

Paint Nite is a company that brings paint and sip to areas all around Boston. The artists come to local bars to teach classes on designated nights. Patrons can also set up their own parties at their own venues. There are multiple paint and sips a day. Moreover, finding one is as easy as going on the website and searching nearby. A lot of the classes sell out, so go online at least a few days ahead of time to get a seat at a local bar.

Related: Guide To Painting Classes In Boston

The Paint Bar
248 Newbury St.
Boston, MA 02116
(857) 265-3469
www.thepaintbar.com

Fashioning itself as Boston's first paint and sip, The Paint Bar aims to stand out among its competitors. The Paint Bar has corporate, family, kid and other private parties. It also has a Van Go! program that allows clients to have the party brought their way. Everything learners need to get painting is provided by The Paint Bar, so just make a reservation and be there on time to get the original Boston paint and sip experience.

Shelly Barclay is a professional freelance writer and amateur author. She writes on a variety of topics from food to mysteries. She loves to share the culture and rich history of her birthplace and home, Boston, with the rest of the world. Her work can be found at Examiner.com.

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