Gallery 1988 (West)

Perhaps best known for launching the “iam8bit” art shows, Gallery 1988 has continued to host awesome exhibitions focused on pop culture. Since opening in 2004, the gallery has mounted solo shows by popular artists like Luke Cheuh, Joe Ledbetter and Mike Mitchell, as well as the annual Crazy 4 Cult group show curated by Kevin Smith and Scott Mosier. With fun shows that pay tribute to stars like Pee-Wee Herman, directors Judd Apatow and Edgar Wright, Adventure Time, and a host of zany classics, 1988 never loses its sense of humor. In 2007 they opened a second location further up Melrose. Hit both.