GridNearby

Find art and galleries near you, and track what you want to see

Problem

Someone wanting more art in their life built Artwork List to find and track art nearby. This points to a common need: discovering local art, but existing tools either only cover major museums or lack personal viewing lists.

Solution

Aggregate public gallery and public art databases into a map view showing nearby artworks and exhibitions. Users create private viewing lists, mark 'want to see/seen,' and discover local collections while traveling.

Users

Art lovers, travelers, city walkers, and parents looking for family art outings.

MVP

Import OpenStreetMap and museum open data; show nearby artworks on a map; create, mark, and share viewing lists; basic search.

Revenue

Free for basic map and lists; $4/month subscription unlocks offline maps, travel route planning, and exhibition alerts; affiliate deals with museum memberships.

Why now

Post-pandemic offline cultural spending is rebounding, open data is more accessible, and indie developers can aggregate data at low cost to build a differentiated experience.