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Ongoing Programs
Thursday December 1, 2022 5 – 7 pm

First Thursday: A Tribute to Bruce Van Dyke

First Thursday returns loud and proud with live music presented in partnership with Loud As Folk, a regional singer-songwriter showcase. Featuring musical guest Spencer Kilpatrick & The Sand Gators and host Spike McGuire. Meet up with friends for this long-standing monthly tradition of live music, beer and plenty of fun.

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Group Tours
Friday December 2, 2022 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered every Friday at 1 pm as well as Saturday and Sunday at 11 am. Please note that starting December 1, 2022, Guided Tours will be offered on Thursdays at 5 pm

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Nevada State Museum - Las Vegas
Friday December 2, 2022 5 – 7 pm

Preview Reception: Janna Ireland on the Architectural Legacy of Paul Revere Williams in Nevada

Please join us at the Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas, for a preview of the exhibition, Janna Ireland on the Architectural Legacy of Paul Revere Williams in Nevada. Presented in partnership with the Nevada Museum of Art, this exhibition features the contemporary photography of Janna Ireland, who explores the important

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Group Tours
Saturday December 3, 2022 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered every Friday at 1 pm as well as Saturday and Sunday at 11 am. Please note that starting December 1, 2022, Guided

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Group Tours
Saturday December 3, 2022 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered every Friday at 1 pm as well as Saturday and Sunday at 11 am. Please note that starting December 1, 2022, Guided

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday December 4, 2022 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Brunch

Sunday Brunch at the Museum Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday December 4, 2022 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered every Friday at 1 pm as well as Saturday and Sunday at 11 am. Please note that starting December 1, 2022, Guided

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Special Events
Tuesday December 6, 2022 10 am – 6 pm

Members’ Exclusive Presale

Members shop early at the Exclusive Presale – a benefit of membership. Shop December 6 and 7 for the best selection of jewelry, stationery, home décor, art books, glassware, puzzles, toys and locally made gifts. 20% savings for Museum Members. Shop in-store and online.

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Hours of Operation
Tuesday December 6, 2022 5 – 6 pm

Early Closure

The Museum will close at 5 pm today.

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Special Events
Wednesday December 7, 2022 10 am – 6 pm

Members’ Exclusive Presale

Members shop early at the Exclusive Presale – a benefit of membership. Shop December 6 and 7 for the best selection of jewelry, stationery, home décor, art books, glassware, puzzles, toys and locally made gifts. 20% savings for Museum Members. Shop in-store and online.

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday December 7, 2022 4 – 5:30 pm

Virtual Educator Evening: Understanding Ubuntu with Dr. Donald Easton-Brooks

Ubuntu is a South African term that means humanity, “I am because we are,” or “humanity towards others.” Other interpretations are “society gives human beings their humanity” or “to become as one by looking out for one another.” Educators are invited to join us in a discussion led by Dr.

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday December 7, 2022 5:30 – 6:45 pm

Virtual Early Childhood Education Roundtable

Educators are invited to these FREE monthly informative roundtables incorporating and following the Educator Evenings. These Zoom discussions provide participants an opportunity to further discuss the presented topics as they relate to early childhood education. Please register for the ECE Roundtable.  The zoom link for the Roundtable will be sent

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Special Events
Thursday December 8, 2022 10 am – 6 pm

Holiday Sale

It only happens once a year – shop the Nevada Museum of Art Holiday Sale. Find jewelry, stationery, home décor, art books, glassware, puzzles, toys and locally made gifts. 10% savings for everyone, 20% savings for Museum Members. Shop in-store and online.

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Group Tours
Thursday December 8, 2022 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Special Events
Thursday December 8, 2022 5 – 7 pm

Holiday Sip & Shop

Enjoy drinks and nibbles and find the perfect gift at the Shop. Storewide savings for All. 20% savings for Museum Member. 10% savings for everyone.

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Talks
Thursday December 8, 2022 5:30 – 6:30 pm

Thought on Tap: Insure Domestic Tranquility

Thought on Tap is a public engagement series that brings together diverse panelists from the University of Nevada, Reno, and the larger Nevada community for important conversations around timely topics. The 2022-2023 season of Thought on Tap explores the American Experience, while examining concepts from the Preamble to the Constitution

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Special Events
Friday December 9, 2022 10 am – 6 pm

Holiday Sale

It only happens once a year – shop the Nevada Museum of Art Holiday Sale. Find jewelry, stationery, home décor, art books, glassware, puzzles, toys and locally made gifts. 10% savings for everyone, 20% savings for Museum Members. Shop in-store and online.

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Ongoing Programs
Friday December 9, 2022 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience. These monthly sessions are held on the second Friday of each

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Group Tours
Friday December 9, 2022 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Ongoing Programs
Saturday December 10, 2022 10 am – 6 pm

Hands ON! Second Saturday – Winter Wonderland

Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation Hands ON! Second Saturdays offers monthly free admission, hands-on art activities, storytelling, a docent-guided tour, live performances, and community collaborations.  “Art Investigators” provides children the opportunity to engage with Museum staff and take a closer look at current work on view. New exhibitions, community collaborations, guest

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Special Events
Saturday December 10, 2022 10 am – 6 pm

Holiday Sale

It only happens once a year – shop the Nevada Museum of Art Holiday Sale. Find jewelry, stationery, home décor, art books, glassware, puzzles, toys and locally made gifts. 10% savings for everyone, 20% savings for Museum Members. Shop in-store and online.

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Group Tours
Saturday December 10, 2022 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday December 10, 2022 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Special Events
Sunday December 11, 2022 10 am – 6 pm

Holiday Sale

It only happens once a year – shop the Nevada Museum of Art Holiday Sale. Find jewelry, stationery, home décor, art books, glassware, puzzles, toys and locally made gifts. 10% savings for everyone, 20% savings for Museum Members. Shop in-store and online.

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday December 11, 2022 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Brunch

Sunday Brunch at the Museum Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday December 11, 2022 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Special Events
Sunday December 11, 2022 5 – 7 pm

A Popera Winter Wonderland presented by Sierra Music Society

Sierra Music Society welcomes the holiday season with their premiere vocal ensemble Popera! Vocal artistry at its best, this exciting group consists of men and women offering an eclectic mix of music to delight audiences of all ages. The various music stylings include Light Opera, Broadway, Jazz, Grand Opera, and

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Group Tours
Thursday December 15, 2022 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Friday December 16, 2022 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Group Tours
Saturday December 17, 2022 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday December 17, 2022 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday December 18, 2022 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Brunch

Sunday Brunch at the Museum Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday December 18, 2022 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Thursday December 22, 2022 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Friday December 23, 2022 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Hours of Operation
Saturday December 24, 2022 10 am – 3 pm

Christmas Eve

The Museum will close at 3 pm in observance of Christmas Eve. 

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Hours of Operation
Sunday December 25, 2022 10 am – 6 pm

Christmas Day

The Museum is closed in observance of Christmas Day. 

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday December 25, 2022 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Brunch

Sunday Brunch at the Museum Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Thursday December 29, 2022 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Friday December 30, 2022 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Hours of Operation
Saturday December 31, 2022 10 am – 3 pm

New Year’s Eve

The Museum will close at 3 pm in observance of the New Year’s Eve. 

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Hours of Operation
Sunday January 1, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

New Year’s Day

The Museum is closed in observance of the New Year’s Day. 

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday January 5, 2023 5 – 7 pm

First Thursday with Musical Guests Adrian + Meredith

First Thursday returns loud and proud with live music presented in partnership with Loud As Folk, a regional singer-songwriter showcase. Featuring musical guests Adrian + Meredith and host Spike McGuire. Meet up with friends for this long-standing monthly tradition of live music, beer and plenty of fun.

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Group Tours
Friday January 6, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Group Tours
Saturday January 7, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday January 7, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday January 8, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Brunch

Sunday Brunch at the Museum Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy a

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Group Tours
Sunday January 8, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Thursday January 12, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Friday January 13, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Friday January 13, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Ongoing Programs
Saturday January 14, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

Hands ON! Second Saturday – Bringing in the New Year

Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation Hands ON! Second Saturdays offers monthly free admission, hands-on art activities, storytelling, a docent-guided tour, live performances, and community collaborations.  “Art Investigators” provides children the opportunity to engage with Museum staff and take a closer look at current work on view. New exhibitions, community collaborations, guest

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Group Tours
Saturday January 14, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday January 14, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday January 15, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Brunch

Sunday Brunch at the Museum Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy a

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Group Tours
Sunday January 15, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Thursday January 19, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Art Bite
Friday January 20, 2023 12 – 1 pm

Robert Adams: Photographing the American West

Peter Goin, Foundation Professor of Art at the University of Nevada, Reno looks at the American West through the lens of photographer Robert Adams. Join us for a discussion around how Adams and his peers in the 1970s began to stray from the picturesque images of the American landscape and

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Group Tours
Friday January 20, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Group Tours
Saturday January 21, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday January 21, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday January 22, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Brunch

Sunday Brunch at the Museum Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy a

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Group Tours
Sunday January 22, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday January 25, 2023 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

Turning Pages Book Club: Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer

Join Museum volunteer docents for a discussion that connects the book Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer with work on view in the Museum. Following a group discussion, participants can enjoy a guided tour exploring correlations between the book and the exhibitions. Complete the book prior to meeting. Arrive early

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Group Tours
Thursday January 26, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Talks
Thursday January 26, 2023 6 – 7 pm

BRDI Presents: Bucking the Industrial City

Join us in examining the tensions between designed placemaking and bottom-up cultural meaning making in our built environments. Using Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center as a regional case study presenters will share findings from a multiyear interdisciplinary place-based research project that contextualizes tales of the wild west, booming industry, and a radical

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Group Tours
Friday January 27, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Symposium
Saturday January 28, 2023 10 am – 1:30 pm

Symposium – Adaline Kent: The Click of Authenticity

The first retrospective exhibition of one of midcentury America’s most innovative artists to occur in nearly sixty years, Adaline Kent: The Click of Authenticity features approximately 120 works that span Adaline Kent’s entire career and chart major thematic developments in the artist’s work as it progressed from figuration to abstraction. Join

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Group Tours
Saturday January 28, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday January 28, 2023 2 – 3 pm

CANCELED: Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday January 29, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Brunch

Sunday Brunch at the Museum Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy a

More Info
Group Tours
Sunday January 29, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday February 1, 2023 4 – 5:30 pm

Virtual Educator Evening: Cultivating Community with Fallen Fruit

David Allen Burns and Austin Young make up the artist collective “Fallen Fruit.” Together, they create beautiful spaces where audiences can enjoy museum collections in new, unexpected ways. Currently they are installing a community garden at the Nevada Museum of Art called “A Monument to Sharing.” Join us in a

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday February 1, 2023 5:30 – 6:45 pm

Virtual Early Childhood Education Roundtable

Educators are invited to these FREE monthly informative roundtables incorporating and following the Educator Evenings. These Zoom discussions provide participants an opportunity to further discuss the presented topics as they relate to early childhood education. Please register for the ECE Roundtable.  The zoom link for the Roundtable will be sent

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday February 2, 2023 5 – 7 pm

First Thursday with Musical Guest Kat Heart

First Thursday returns loud and proud with live music presented in partnership with Loud As Folk, a regional singer-songwriter showcase. Featuring musical guest Kat Heart and host Spike McGuire. Meet up with friends for this long-standing monthly tradition of live music, beer and plenty of fun. Powered by Tesla and

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Group Tours
Friday February 3, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Group Tours
Saturday February 4, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday February 4, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday February 5, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday February 5, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday February 9, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Thursday February 9, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Film
Thursday February 9, 2023 6 – 8 pm

Third Coast Dance Film Festival

The Third Coast Dance Film Festival celebrates the intersection of contemporary dance and the moving image with a screening series of short dance films.  Currently entering its twelfth season, the 2023 Third Coast Dance Film Festival lineup will include domestic and international films. Join festival co-founder Rosie Trump for an

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Ongoing Programs
Friday February 10, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

More Info
Group Tours
Friday February 10, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Ongoing Programs
Saturday February 11, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

Hands ON! Second Saturday – The Art of Water

Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation Hands ON! Second Saturdays offers monthly free admission, hands-on art activities, storytelling, a docent-guided tour, live performances, and community collaborations.  “Art Investigators” provides children the opportunity to engage with Museum staff and take a closer look at current work on view. New exhibitions, community collaborations, guest

More Info
Group Tours
Saturday February 11, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday February 11, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday February 12, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday February 12, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Thursday February 16, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Special Events
Thursday February 16, 2023 6 – 7 pm

Scholastic Art Awards 2023 Award Ceremony

Gold and Silver Key award-winning students are presented with their awards and honored during this special ceremony attended by family, teachers, friends, and members of the community.  The ceremony will be held at the University of Nevada, Reno in the Nightingale Concert Hall located in the Church Fine Arts building.

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Group Tours
Friday February 17, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Nevada State Museum - Las Vegas
Friday February 17, 2023 4 – 6 pm

Through the Lens: Honoring the Architectural Legacy of Paul Revere Williams

Paul Revere Williams was the first licensed African American architect to work in the western region of the United States. His work in Nevada spans from the 1930s through the 1970s and his architectural contributions collectively helped to define the built environment of the region. Contemporary photographer Janna Ireland has

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Group Tours
Saturday February 18, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday February 18, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday February 19, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday February 19, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Thursday February 23, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Friday February 24, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Group Tours
Saturday February 25, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday February 25, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday February 26, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday February 26, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Hours of Operation
Tuesday February 28, 2023 4 – 6 pm

Early Closure

The Museum will close at 4 pm on Tuesday, February 28 due to expected severe weather conditions.

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday March 1, 2023 4 – 5:30 pm

2023 NV STEAM Conference | Opening Keynote with Edward P. Clapp, Ed.D.

The theme of the 2023 NV STEAM Conference is Environments of Inspiration. The Conference will be presented virtually, beginning on Wednesday, March 1 with Edward P. Clapp, principal investigator at Harvard Graduate School of Education’s Project Zero for an opening keynote exploring creativity and innovation, design, and maker-centered learning. An additional

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday March 1, 2023 5:30 – 6:45 pm

Virtual Early Childhood Education Roundtable

Educators are invited to these FREE monthly informative roundtables incorporating and following the Educator Evenings. These Zoom discussions provide participants an opportunity to further discuss the presented topics as they relate to early childhood education. Please register for the ECE Roundtable.  The zoom link for the Roundtable will be sent

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday March 2, 2023 5 – 7 pm

First Thursday with Musical Guests Jenni & Jesse

First Thursday returns loud and proud with live music presented in partnership with Loud As Folk, a regional singer-songwriter showcase. Meet up with friends for this long-standing monthly tradition of live music, beer and plenty of fun.    Powered by Tesla and sponsored by Northern Nevada Regional MLS Additional support by

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Group Tours
Friday March 3, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Hours of Operation
Friday March 3, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Early Closure

The Museum will be closing at 5PM for a private event on Friday, March 3, 2023.

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Ongoing Programs
Saturday March 4, 2023 8:30 am – 12:30 pm

2023 NV STEAM Conference | Keynote, Workshops and Synthesis

The theme of the 2023 NV STEAM Conference is Environments of Inspiration. The Conference will be presented virtually, beginning with Edward P. Clapp, principal investigator at Harvard Graduate School of Education’s Project Zero for an opening keynote exploring creativity and innovation, design, and maker-centered learning on Wednesday, March 1 from

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Group Tours
Saturday March 4, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday March 4, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday March 5, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday March 5, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday March 9, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Thursday March 9, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Friday March 10, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Friday March 10, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Ongoing Programs
Saturday March 11, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

Hands ON! Second Saturday – Super Sculptors

Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation Hands ON! Second Saturdays offers monthly free admission, hands-on art activities, storytelling, a docent-guided tour, live performances, and community collaborations.  “Art Expeditions” provides children the opportunity to engage with Museum staff and take a closer look at current work on view. New exhibitions, community collaborations, guest

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Group Tours
Saturday March 11, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday March 11, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday March 12, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday March 12, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Thursday March 16, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Member Events
Thursday March 16, 2023 6 – 7 pm

SOLD OUT – Members’ Exclusive Talk: Author Rick Beyer on The Ghost Army of World War II

PLEASE NOTE: This event is now sold out. An encore talk with Rick Beyer has been added on Friday, March 17 at noon. Please click here to register for Friday’s talk. In the summer of 1944, a handpicked group of GIs landed in France to conduct a secret mission. Armed with rubber tanks, fake

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Member Events
Thursday March 16, 2023 6 – 7 pm

SOLD OUT – OVERFLOW: Members’ Exclusive Talk: Author and Filmmaker Rick Beyer on The Ghost Army

PLEASE NOTE: This event is now sold out. An encore talk with Rick Beyer has been added on Friday, March 17 at noon. Please click here to register for Friday’s talk. OVERFLOW SEATING: Seating in the Theater is full for the talk. Overflow seating is in Founders’ Room or in the

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Member Events
Thursday March 16, 2023 7 – 8:30 pm

SOLD OUT – Members’ Exclusive: Swinging Social with the Retro Radio Dolls

Don your sporty forties inspired threads and dance the night away with wartime favorites and swinging singles performed by the Retro Radio Dolls, a tribute band of sassy singing divas. Enjoy an evening of libations, dancing and live music.   Limited Seating.   This event is exclusive to Museum Members. Not a

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Talks
Friday March 17, 2023 12 – 1 pm

Encore Talk: Author Rick Beyer on The Ghost Army of World War II

In the summer of 1944, a handpicked group of GIs landed in France to conduct a secret mission. Armed with rubber tanks, fake artillery, and more than a few tricks up their sleeves, they put on a traveling road show of deception on the battlefields of Europe, with the German

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Group Tours
Friday March 17, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Group Tours
Saturday March 18, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday March 18, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday March 19, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday March 19, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday March 22, 2023 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

Turning Pages Book Club: Ninth Street Women by Mary Gabriel (Part 1 & 2 of Book)

Join Museum volunteer docents for a discussion that connects the book Ninth Street Women by Mary Gabriel with work on view in the Museum. Following a group discussion, participants can enjoy a guided tour exploring correlations between the book and the exhibitions. Complete sections one and two of the book prior

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Group Tours
Thursday March 23, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Special Events
Thursday March 23, 2023 7 – 9 pm

Upstage: The Flattened Rock

Cosmic views, dance, and poetry combine for an evening with Tony Berendsen and Collateral & Co. Following the performance, enjoy telescopic views of the night sky from the Stacie Mathewson Sky Plaza.      *Doors open at 6 pm with cash bar.  

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Group Tours
Friday March 24, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Group Tours
Saturday March 25, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday March 25, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday March 26, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday March 26, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Thursday March 30, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Art Bite
Friday March 31, 2023 12 – 1 pm

Rations and Fashion of WWII

The Second World War was the dominant force impacting fashion of the 1940s. Civilian clothing was impacted by the rationing of materials as the need for uniforms took precedence. Join us for a discussion with Megan Bellister, Curator of Learning and Engagement, on ways in which necessity and limitations led

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Group Tours
Friday March 31, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Group Tours
Saturday April 1, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday April 1, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday April 2, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday April 2, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday April 5, 2023 4 – 5:30 pm

Virtual Educator Evening: Making Things That Matter with Lisa Yokana

Educators will explore the differences between designing for and designing with others. Participants will run through a quick and fun design challenge at home with STEAM educator, Lisa Yokana, to identify and develop solutions to real-world challenges utilizing concepts of “maker-centered learning.” This program is hosted virtually on Zoom:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85116656095?Meeting ID:

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday April 5, 2023 5:30 – 6:45 pm

Virtual Early Childhood Education Roundtable

Educators are invited to these FREE monthly informative roundtables incorporating and following the Educator Evenings. These Zoom discussions provide participants an opportunity to further discuss the presented topics as they relate to early childhood education. Please register for the ECE Roundtable.  The zoom link for the Roundtable will be sent

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Talks
Thursday April 6, 2023 4 – 5 pm

Artist Talk: Cultivating Community with Fallen Fruit

Artists David Allen Burns and Austin Young, the collaborative duo behind the artworks of Fallen Fruit, present a survey of projects that explore material, meaning, and geographical knowledge. Currently they are installing a community garden at the Nevada Museum of Art called Monument to Sharing. The artists consider “the public

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday April 6, 2023 5 – 7 pm

First Thursday with Musical Guest Six Mile Station

First Thursday returns loud and proud with live music presented in partnership with Loud As Folk, a regional singer-songwriter showcase. Meet up with friends for this long-standing monthly tradition of live music, beer and plenty of fun. Powered by Tesla and sponsored by Northern Nevada Regional MLS Additional support by

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Group Tours
Friday April 7, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Ongoing Programs
Saturday April 8, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

Hands ON! Second Saturday – A Day in the Leaf

Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation Hands ON! Second Saturdays offers monthly free admission, hands-on art activities, storytelling, a docent-guided tour, live performances, and community collaborations.  “Art Expeditions” provides children the opportunity to engage with Museum staff and take a closer look at current work on view. New exhibitions, community collaborations, guest

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Special Events
Saturday April 8, 2023 10 am – noon

Pop-up Lemonade Stand with Fallen Fruit

Sip a glass of lemonade and find yourself in the midst of a public participatory art installation with the artist collective Fallen Fruit. Draw a self-portrait onto a lemon and receive a glass of organic lemonade in exchange. Take part in collective memory-making by recording real-time stories and offer your

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Group Tours
Saturday April 8, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday April 8, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday April 9, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday April 9, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday April 9, 2023 2 – 3 pm

CANCELED Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday April 13, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Thursday April 13, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Film
Thursday April 13, 2023 6 – 8 pm

Invisible Warriors: African American Women in World War II

Join us for a film screening featuring the unforgettable voices of a diverse group of African American “Rosie the Riveters” who recount what life was really like during World War II. Fleeing lives as domestics and sharecroppers these remarkable women empowered themselves while serving the nation. These patriotic pioneers share

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Ongoing Programs
Friday April 14, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Friday April 14, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Group Tours
Saturday April 15, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday April 15, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday April 16, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

More Info
Group Tours
Sunday April 16, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday April 16, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Thursday April 20, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Talks
Friday April 21, 2023 12 – 1 pm

The Arts in Military Service

Join us for a conversation about the role art plays in healing, led by combat veteran Noel Lipana. Lipana currently serves as the Regional Prevention Coordinator for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security; however, outside of that role, Lipana educates communities about moral injury and trauma among veterans and marginalized communities through the lens of the performing arts. 

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Group Tours
Friday April 21, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Saturday April 22, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Saturday April 22, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday April 23, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday April 23, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday April 23, 2023 2 – 3 pm

CANCELED Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Special Events
Thursday April 27, 2023 4 – 7 pm

Northern Nevada Science and Technology Festival – Art & Science Explored

Join the Desert Research Institute and the Nevada Museum of Art and explore a variety of family-friendly, hands-on STEAM activations for all ages. Investigate soil after wildfires, engage with science-based art projects, experience the magic of robotics, and more! UNR’s @one will share a special VR experience and Arrow Electronics

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Thursday April 27, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Symposium
Friday April 28, 2023 10 am – 4 pm

Land, Water, Place: An Art and Science Collaborative

Join us for a symposium where scholars, curators, academics and students present interactive discussions focused on our complex relationships to land, water, place. Doors open at 9:30 am with coffee. Box lunch included. Beer reception to follow. Keynote: Creative Ecologies and the Art of Climate Justice TJ Demos | Director,

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Group Tours
Friday April 28, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Saturday April 29, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday April 29, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday April 30, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday April 30, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday April 30, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday May 3, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

FREE Senior Admission for Older Americans Month

In celebration of Older Americans Month, the Museum offers FREE admission to seniors every Wednesday during the month of May.

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday May 3, 2023 4 – 5:30 pm

Virtual Educator Evening: Exploring Art and Literacy with Doodles Academy

Art can be a powerful tool for building knowledge and understanding around content-rich literacy topics. Classroom teachers will explore opportunities to offer highly engaging, learning pathway to their students with Doodles Academy, an online resource for educators. Join Founder and Executive Director, Tempest NeuCollins, for an introduction to Doodles Academy

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday May 3, 2023 5:30 – 6:45 pm

Virtual Early Childhood Education Roundtable

Educators are invited to these FREE monthly informative roundtables incorporating and following the Educator Evenings. These Zoom discussions provide participants an opportunity to further discuss the presented topics as they relate to early childhood education. Please register for the ECE Roundtable.  The zoom link for the Roundtable will be sent

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday May 4, 2023 4 – 7 pm

First Thursday: Meet Artist Ben Aleck With Musical Guest Joshua James Jackson & The Dream Team

Meet Ben Aleck in the galleries at 4 pm and continue the celebration at First Thursday with Musical Guest Joshua James Jackson & The Dream Team. Presented by Loud as Folk. Pre-signed books available for purchase. Cash bar. Free for Museum Members and Members of Tribal Communities. $15 for General

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Friday May 5, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Saturday May 6, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday May 6, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday May 7, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday May 7, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday May 7, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday May 10, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

FREE Senior Admission for Older Americans Month:

In celebration of Older Americans Month, the Museum offers FREE admission to seniors every Wednesday during the month of May.

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday May 11, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Thursday May 11, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Talks
Thursday May 11, 2023 6 – 7 pm

BRDI and ASLA Present: Landscape Architect Jeffrey Pongonis

Jeffrey Pongonis is a Landscape Architect and Urban Designer committed to the implementation of a meaningful and connected environment. Working nationally from the MKSK Columbus and Cleveland, Ohio studios, Pongonis employs a process that is focused and mindful of both the aesthetic details of robust social spaces as well as

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Friday May 12, 2023 12 – 1 pm

Exhibition Walkthrough – Adaline Kent: The Click of Authenticity

NOTE: This event is now sold out. An additional session was added at 3 pm. Please click here to register in advance.  Born of a legendary family of early environmentalists in the Bay Area, Adaline Kent (1900 – 1957) was an energetic innovator and a self-proclaimed “addict of the High

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Ongoing Programs
Friday May 12, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Friday May 12, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Talks
Friday May 12, 2023 3 – 4 pm

Exhibition Walkthrough – Adaline Kent: The Click of Authenticity

Born of a legendary family of early environmentalists in the Bay Area, Adaline Kent (1900 – 1957) was an energetic innovator and a self-proclaimed “addict of the High Sierra.” Her love of this landscape can be traced in her abstract artworks that merge her interest in the natural world with

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Ongoing Programs
Saturday May 13, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

Hands ON! Second Saturday – Hidden in Plain Sight

Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation Hands ON! Second Saturdays offers monthly free admission, hands-on art activities, storytelling, a docent-guided tour, live performances, and community collaborations.  “Art Investigators” provides children the opportunity to engage with Museum staff and take a closer look at current work on view. New exhibitions, community collaborations, guest

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Group Tours
Saturday May 13, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday May 13, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday May 14, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday May 14, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday May 14, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday May 17, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

FREE Senior Admission for Older Americans Month:

In celebration of Older Americans Month, the Museum offers FREE admission to seniors every Wednesday during the month of May.

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Group Tours
Thursday May 18, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Talks
Thursday May 18, 2023 6 – 7 pm

Carter Foster on the Joyful Art of Ellsworth Kelly, Master of Color

Ellsworth Kelly is an American abstract painter, sculptor, and printmaker recognized for his bold use of color and form. Join us as Carter Foster, Deputy Director for Curatorial Affairs at Blanton Museum of Art, discusses Kelly’s practice. *Doors open at 5:30 pm with a cash bar.  A program of the

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Friday May 19, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Group Tours
Saturday May 20, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday May 20, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday May 21, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday May 21, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday May 21, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday May 24, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

FREE Senior Admission for Older Americans Month:

In celebration of Older Americans Month, the Museum offers FREE admission to seniors every Wednesday during the month of May.

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday May 24, 2023 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

Turning Pages Book Club: Ninth Street Women by Mary Gabriel (Part 3 & 4 of Book)

Join Museum volunteer docents for a discussion that connects the book Ninth Street Women by Mary Gabriel with work on view in the Museum. Following a group discussion, participants can enjoy a guided tour exploring correlations between the book and the exhibitions. Complete sections three and four of the book prior to meeting. Sections

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Thursday May 25, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Friday May 26, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Special Events
Friday May 26, 2023 7 – 8:30 pm

Musica Sierra presents Time For Three

On the heels of their first Grammy win, Time For Three (TF3), a prolific trio that stands at the intersection of Americana, modern pop, and classical music, will be premiering a new song cycle called Through the Mountains as part of Musica Sierra’s Musical Headwaters program.  Earning praise from NPR,

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Group Tours
Saturday May 27, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday May 27, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday May 28, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday May 28, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday May 28, 2023 2 – 3 pm

CANCELED: Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Thursday June 1, 2023 5 – 7 pm

First Thursday with Musical Guest Blue Envy

Meet up with friends for live music, beer and plenty of fun at First Thursday, presented in partnership with Loud as Folk, a regional singer-songwriter showcase. Hosted by Spike McGuire. Additional support by Great Basin Brewing Company

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Group Tours
Friday June 2, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Group Tours
Saturday June 3, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday June 3, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday June 4, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday June 4, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday June 4, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Wednesday June 7, 2023 4 – 5:30 pm

Virtual Educator Evening: Abstraction and the Environment

Early 20th century artist Adaline Kent drew inspiration from nature, in particular, the High Sierra, a landscape that infused her work as she translated her experience of time and space in the mountains into abstracted form. Join Curator of Learning and Engagement, Megan Bellister, as she explores connections Kent and other artists

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday June 8, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Thursday June 8, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Special Events
Thursday June 8, 2023 7 – 8 pm

Sarah Coyl: Selections from Pas de Deux

Join us for an evening of music celebrating Reno violinist and arranger Sarah Coyl’s new album Pas De Deux, an exploration of Russian composer Pyotr Tchaikovsky’s ballet music with unexpected violin-guitar duos and a violin-guitar-piano trio. *Doors open at 6 pm with cash bar  This program is presented as part

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Talks
Friday June 9, 2023 12 – 1 pm

A Legacy of Service

James Richardson shares reflections on a career in the military industry including the U.S. Army and Army National Guard. Currently serving at the Nevada Department of Veteran Services, Richardson will discuss opportunities for service and community building both in active duty and at home. 

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Ongoing Programs
Friday June 9, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Friday June 9, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Saturday June 10, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

Hands ON! Second Saturday – Life in Color

Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation Hands ON! Second Saturdays offers monthly free admission, hands-on art activities, storytelling, a docent-guided tour, live performances, and community collaborations.  “Art Investigators” provides children the opportunity to engage with Museum staff and take a closer look at current work on view. New exhibitions, community collaborations, guest

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Group Tours
Saturday June 10, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday June 10, 2023 2 – 3 pm

CANCELED: Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday June 11, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday June 11, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday June 11, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Thursday June 15, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Friday June 16, 2023 2 – 3 pm

CANCELED: A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Group Tours
Saturday June 17, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday June 17, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday June 18, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday June 18, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday June 18, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Thursday June 22, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Talks
Friday June 23, 2023 12 – 1 pm

Morse Code and How it Helped Win WWII

Join us for an exploration of the history and technology of Morse code with radio technology enthusiast and US Army Veteran Woody Brown, and learn how Morse code came to be used and helped the Allied Forces win the Second World War.

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Group Tours
Friday June 23, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Group Tours
Saturday June 24, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday June 24, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday June 25, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday June 25, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday June 25, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Thursday June 29, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Friday June 30, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Group Tours
Saturday July 1, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday July 1, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday July 2, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday July 2, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday July 2, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Hours of Operation
Tuesday July 4, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

Independence Day

The Museum is closed today in observance of the holiday. 

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday July 6, 2023 5 – 7 pm

First Thursday with Musical Guest Greg Gilmore & The Fever Dreams

Meet up with friends for live music, beer and plenty of fun at First Thursday, presented in partnership with Loud as Folk, a regional singer-songwriter showcase. Hosted by Spike McGuire. Powered by Tesla. Additional support by Great Basin Brewing Company.

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Group Tours
Friday July 7, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Ongoing Programs
Saturday July 8, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

Hands ON! Second Saturday – Celebrate the Art of Ben Aleck

Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation Hands ON! Second Saturdays offers monthly free admission, hands-on art activities, storytelling, a docent-guided tour, live performances, and community collaborations. Bring the whole family to celebrate The Art of Ben Aleck. Meet the artist, enjoy cultural presentations and performances by members of the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony,

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Group Tours
Saturday July 8, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday July 8, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday July 9, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday July 9, 2023 11 am – noon

CANCELED: Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday July 9, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday July 13, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Thursday July 13, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Talks
Thursday July 13, 2023 6 – 7 pm

SOLD OUT: Ghost Army: Deception and Disguise in World War II

During World War II, the Ghost Army, formally known as the U.S. Army’s Twenty Third Headquarters Special Troops, used disguise, sound, and radio deception to mislead the Germans about the location, strength, and movements of U.S. Army units. These tactical successes were a critical part of a vast inter-Allied deception

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Talks
Friday July 14, 2023 12 – 1 pm

Works in Progress: Artist Sydney Cain (aka sage stargate)

Sydney Cain (aka sage stargate) (she/them), is a visual artist born and raised in San Francisco, CA. Their work reflects encounters with unseen realities. Cain’s work draws on their ancestry at the confluence of landscape, afterlives, and spiritual well-being of Black people. Join us as Cain discusses their practice and current

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Ongoing Programs
Friday July 14, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Friday July 14, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Group Tours
Saturday July 15, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday July 15, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday July 16, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday July 16, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday July 16, 2023 2 – 3 pm

CANCELED: Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Film
Tuesday July 18, 2023 6 – 8 pm

RUMBLE: The Indians Who Rocked the World

This revelatory documentary film brings to light the profound and overlooked influence of Indigenous people on popular music in North America. Focusing on music icons like Link Wray, Jimi Hendrix, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Taboo (The Black Eyed Peas), Charley Patton, Mildred Bailey, Jesse Ed Davis, Robbie Robertson, and Randy Castillo, RUMBLE: The

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Group Tours
Thursday July 20, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Member Events
Thursday July 20, 2023 6 – 8:30 pm

Members’ Exclusive: Let’s Get Swinging!

The Retro Radio Dolls join forces with Reno Swings to teach you how to Lindy Hop with a little combination of West Coast Swing! Members are invited to join us at 6 pm for lessons, then put those skills to the test during a live performance featuring wartime favorites of

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Talks
Friday July 21, 2023 12 – 1 pm

Rations and Fashions of WWII

The Second World War was the dominant force impacting fashion of the 1940s. Civilian clothing was impacted by the rationing of materials as the need for uniforms took precedence. Join us for a discussion with Megan Bellister, Curator of Learning and Engagement, on ways in which necessity and limitations led

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Group Tours
Friday July 21, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Group Tours
Saturday July 22, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday July 22, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday July 23, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday July 23, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday July 23, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday July 26, 2023 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

Turning Pages Book Club: There, There by Tommy Orange

Join Museum volunteer docents for a discussion of a book making connections to current exhibitions and artists featured at the Museum. Participants should have completed the book prior to meeting. Register online for guiding questions that will be discussed at the book club. Arrive early to place a lunch order

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Group Tours
Thursday July 27, 2023 5 – 6 pm

CANCELED: Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Friday July 28, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Special Events
Friday July 28, 2023 7 – 10 pm

Art After Dark: Cosmic Connections

Come explore everything cosmic at Art After Dark in the E.L Cord Museum School. Enjoy libations and music at this fun, artistic, and hands-on event for adults. Have your fortune unfold in tarot reading, create a screen print, learn to crystal wrap, and connect in our grounding room.   Adult 21+

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Group Tours
Saturday July 29, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday July 29, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday July 30, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday July 30, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday July 30, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday August 3, 2023 5 – 7 pm

First Thursday with Musical Guest Hot Champagne

Meet up with friends for live music, beer and plenty of fun at First Thursday, presented in partnership with Loud as Folk, a regional singer-songwriter showcase. Hosted by Spike McGuire. Powered by Tesla. Additional support by Great Basin Brewing Company.

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Art Bite
Friday August 4, 2023 12 – 1 pm

Numu (The People) and Pyramid Lake

Billie Jean Guerrero, Director of the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe Museum and Visitor’s Center, shares history and cultural insights on Pyramid Lake, the Numu people, and relationships and continued stewardship of the surrounding landscape.  

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Group Tours
Friday August 4, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Group Tours
Saturday August 5, 2023 11 am – noon

CANCELLED: Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday August 5, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday August 6, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday August 6, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday August 6, 2023 2 – 3 pm

CANCELLED: Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Special Events
Sunday August 6, 2023 6 – 8 pm

Grammy-Nominated Recording Artist John Fullbright – Presented by For The Song

Join John Fullbright for a special evening of Americana Music in the Nightingale Skyroom. John Fullbright is a Grammy-nominated, American Folk singer-songwriter from Okemah, Oklahoma. He began playing piano at the age of five and was performing in folk festivals by the time he was in high school. Fullbright was

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday August 10, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Thursday August 10, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Friday August 11, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Friday August 11, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Ongoing Programs
Saturday August 12, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

Hands ON! Second Saturday – Heading for the Hills

Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation Hands ON! Second Saturdays offers monthly free admission, hands-on art activities, storytelling, a docent-guided tour, live performances, and community collaborations.  New exhibitions, community collaborations, guest performances and monthly themes rotate in this engaging series of monthly programs.  SCHEDULE  10 am – 6 pm | Free Admission for

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Group Tours
Saturday August 12, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday August 12, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday August 13, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday August 13, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday August 13, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Thursday August 17, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Art Bite
Friday August 18, 2023 12 – 1 pm

Art Bite: Apsara DiQuinzio on Adaline Kent

Join Apsara DiQuinzio, Senior Curator of Contemporary Art, for the closing program associated with Adaline Kent: The Click of Authenticity, the first major retrospective of Kent’s work in more than sixty years. DiQuinzio will discuss Kent’s life and work, rooted in modernism and the natural world.     

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Group Tours
Friday August 18, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Group Tours
Saturday August 19, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday August 19, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday August 20, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday August 20, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday August 20, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Thursday August 24, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Friday August 25, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Talks
Friday August 25, 2023 6 – 7 pm

Opening Talk: Artist April Bey in Dialogue with Carmen Beals

April Bey’s art explores themes of imagined and alternative futures for marginalized people that contrast with and challenge histories of colonialism. Join artist April Bey and associate curator Carmen Beals as they explore Bey’s themes of Afrofuturism and visions for alternative futures driven by science fiction and fantasy in contemporary

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Group Tours
Saturday August 26, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday August 26, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday August 27, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday August 27, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday August 27, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday August 30, 2023 4 – 6 pm

Back to School Night for Educators 2023

Nevada’s PreK-12 educators are invited to a special in-person back-to-school night. Enjoy access to the Museum’s exhibitions, a DJ, small bites and a bar. Participate in hands-on activities and a raffle.  Education providers will be present to share teaching resources, including Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows, Challenge Island

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Group Tours
Thursday August 31, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Friday September 1, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Group Tours
Saturday September 2, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday September 2, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday September 3, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday September 3, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday September 3, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday September 6, 2023 4 – 6 pm

In-Person Educator Evening: Using Portraiture to Explore History

Ben Aleck, is a lifelong artist, educator, and enrolled member of the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe (Kooyooe Tukadu/cui-ui fish eaters). Born in Reno and raised on the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony (RSIC), Aleck’s paintings, illustrations, and prints give visual form to Indigenous stories. Join Curator of Learning and Engagement, Megan Bellister,

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Talks
Thursday September 7, 2023 4 – 5 pm

Artist Guillermo Bert in Conversation with Alma Ruiz at First Thursday

Guillermo Bert makes artworks that explore the endurance of immigrants who have left their home countries behind. Rooted in his personal story, his primary focus has been the experiences of people and families who enter the United States along the U.S. – Mexico border. The exhibition Guillermo Bert: The Journey presents a mid-career survey

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday September 7, 2023 5 – 7 pm

First Thursday with Musical Guest Rigorous Proof

Meet up with friends for live music, beer and plenty of fun at First Thursday, presented in partnership with Loud as Folk, a regional singer-songwriter showcase. Hosted by Spike McGuire. Powered by Tesla. Additional support by Great Basin Brewing Company.

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Special Events
Friday September 8, 2023 10 am – 4 pm

The Love of Art

A Luncheon & Artisan Shopping Experience hosted by the Volunteers in Art to benefit the Nevada Museum of Art. Join us in celebrating the creative spirit that connects our community with an artful event – formerly known as the Arts & Flowers Luncheon – featuring exclusive shopping, flavorsome dining &

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Hours of Operation
Friday September 8, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

Museum Closed: The Love of Art

The Museum is closed today in celebration of The Love of Art event. 

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Ongoing Programs
Saturday September 9, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

Hands ON! Second Saturday – A World for All

Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation Hands ON! Second Saturdays offers monthly free admission, hands-on art activities, storytelling, a docent-guided tour, live performances, and community collaborations.  “Art Expeditions” provides children the opportunity to engage with Museum staff and take a closer look at current work on view. New exhibitions, community collaborations, guest

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Group Tours
Saturday September 9, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday September 9, 2023 2 – 3 pm

CANCELLED-Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday September 10, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday September 10, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday September 10, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Special Events
Sunday September 10, 2023 6 – 8 pm

The Jeff Crosby Band presented by For the Song

Join The Jeff Crosby Band for a special evening of Americana Music in the Wayne L. Prim Theater presented by For the Song.  Singer-songwriter and guitarist Jeff Crosby has been writing songs, performing and sharing his unique perspective of Americana throughout the United States and beyond for the better part

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday September 14, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Thursday September 14, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Friday September 15, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Symposium
Friday September 15, 2023 2 – 6 pm

DICE | A Conference for Creatives

Returning for the first time since the global pandemic, DICE (Design Innovation Creativity Energy) is a multidisciplinary design conference exploring the power and potential of good design. This year, DICE focuses on the theme of Imagine: Gathering Creative Minds to Inspire a More Thoughtfully Designed Future. For the past 13

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Group Tours
Friday September 15, 2023 2 – 3 pm

CANCELLED: A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Group Tours
Saturday September 16, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday September 16, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday September 17, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday September 17, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday September 17, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Thursday September 21, 2023 5 – 6 pm

CANCELLED: Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Film
Thursday September 21, 2023 6 – 7:30 pm

A Black Springs Homecoming: Finding History

Join Nevada Humanities and Our Story Inc. for a conversation about the history of Black Springs, Nevada, a neighborhood located in the North Valleys, approximately six miles from downtown Reno. The 26-minute film will be followed by a panel conversation with scholars and community members.  A Black Springs Homecoming: Finding

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Art Bite
Friday September 22, 2023 12 – 1 pm

CANCELLED: Gallery Gathering with Artist Ben Aleck

Join Ben Aleck, independent curator and artist Melissa Melero-Moose, and chief curator Ann M. Wolfe for casual conversation in the gallery. Light reception to follow. The Art of Ben Aleck features more than thirty works, this exhibition honors the career of artist Ben Aleck, a lifelong educator and enrolled member

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Group Tours
Friday September 22, 2023 2 – 3 pm

A Closer Look Guided Tour

A Museum volunteer docent will lead you through current exhibitions to explore a specific topic more closely.  Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

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Group Tours
Saturday September 23, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday September 23, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday September 24, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday September 24, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday September 24, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday September 27, 2023 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

Turning Pages Book Club: The Gilda Stories by Jewelle Gomez

Join Museum volunteer docents for a discussion of a book making connections to current exhibitions and artists featured at the Museum. The Gilda Stories is available to purchase in the Shop and participants should have completed the book prior to meeting. Register online for guiding questions that will be discussed

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Group Tours
Thursday September 28, 2023 5 – 6 pm

CANCELLED: Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Special Events
Friday September 29, 2023 7 – 8:30 pm

Musica Sierra presents Chanticleer: Music of a Silent World

In Music of a Silent World, internationally recognized Chanticleer sings the songs of the natural world. Each movement represents a different part of the Sierra Nevada’s natural beauty, from its mountains to its forests, rocks, rivers, and snowbanks. This program centers around a new arrangement of Majel Connery’s, The Rivers

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Group Tours
Saturday September 30, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday September 30, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday October 1, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday October 5, 2023 5 – 7 pm

First Thursday with Musicial Guest Jason King

Meet up with friends for live music, beer and plenty of fun at First Thursday, presented in partnership with Loud as Folk, a regional singer-songwriter showcase. Hosted by Spike McGuire. Powered by Tesla. Additional support by Great Basin Brewing Company.

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Group Tours
Friday October 6, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Talks
Friday October 6, 2023 7 – 9 pm

Exhibition Premiere – Cannupa Hanska Luger: Speechless

Join Cannupa Hanska Luger as he discusses Speechless and explores themes surrounding communication, human agency, colonial history, language, and implements of control through an Indigenous lens.  Starting at 8pm, DJ Miss Ginger performs a live set in the Nightingale Sky Room with a special appearance by Cannupa Hanska Luger. Enjoy panoramic

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Group Tours
Saturday October 7, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday October 7, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday October 8, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday October 8, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday October 8, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday October 11, 2023 4 – 6 pm

In-Person Educator Evening: April Bey – Atlantica, The Gilda Region

Take a journey to the imagined planet of Atlantica with Carmen Beals, Associate Curator, and Megan Bellister, Curator of Learning and Engagement, and explore themes of science fiction, colonialism, diversity and inclusion in the artwork of April Bey. Learn about Afrofuturist art and storytelling and how to integrate ideas about

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday October 12, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Thursday October 12, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday October 12, 2023 5:45 – 7:30 pm

Early Childhood Education Roundtable (In Person)

Educators are invited to these FREE monthly informative in-person roundtables which provide participants an opportunity to interact with art and each other. A hands-on workshop directed by Museum Educators will be integrated into each meeting. Meetings in the Museum allow a different exhibition to become the focus for discussion to

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Ongoing Programs
Friday October 13, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Friday October 13, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Saturday October 14, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

Hands ON! Second Saturday – Día de los Muertos

Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation Hands ON! Second Saturdays offers monthly free admission, hands-on art activities, storytelling, a docent-guided tour, live performances, and community collaborations.  “Art Expeditions” provides children the opportunity to engage with Museum staff and take a closer look at current work on view. New exhibitions, community collaborations, guest

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Group Tours
Saturday October 14, 2023 11 am – noon

CANCELLED: Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday October 14, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday October 15, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday October 15, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday October 15, 2023 2 – 3 pm

CANCELLED: Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Thursday October 19, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Friday October 20, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Talks
Friday October 20, 2023 6 – 7 pm

Artist Talk: Elisheva Biernoff on Reservoirs of Time

Biernoff shares details of her artistic practice and insights into the memories and discarded personal histories imbued in found images.  Elisheva Biernoff: Reservoirs of Time features the small-format paintings by the San Francisco-based artist Elisheva Biernoff, which are inspired by enigmatic photographs she encounters and collects that impact her in

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Group Tours
Saturday October 21, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday October 21, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Special Events
Saturday October 21, 2023 7:30 – 9:30 pm

Creative Directions in Jazz presented by Reno Jazz Orchestra

The Reno Jazz Orchestra presents a showcase of original compositions by contemporary composers. Led by Guest Music Director Gary Mayne, the seventeen-piece orchestra invites you on a musical journey exploring new and innovative directions in jazz music. *Doors open at 6:30pm with a cash bar.   

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday October 22, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday October 22, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Sunday October 22, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Thursday October 26, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Talks
Thursday October 26, 2023 6 – 7 pm

BRDI Presents: Architect Finn Kappe

Architect Finn Kappe discusses the style and aesthetic of his own architectural practice, and that of his modernist father Ray Kappe, in this edition of the Black Rock Design Institute (BRDI) lecture series.   *Doors open at 5 pm with hosted beer. Program begins at 6 pm.  

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Group Tours
Friday October 27, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday October 28, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Group Tours
Saturday October 28, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Thursdays at 5 pm (except the first Thursday of each month), Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm,

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday October 29, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday November 1, 2023 4 – 5:30 pm

Virtual Educator Evening: Artist Talk with Guillermo Bert

Nevada’s educators are invited to hear from artist Guillermo Bert. Bert works at the forefront of cultural and technological innovation and his artwork gives voice to people who have been marginalized, silenced, and overlooked. His artworks draw metaphorical relationships between the journeys of migrants, harsh and inhospitable desert landscapes, and

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday November 1, 2023 5:45 – 7:30 pm

Virtual Early Childhood Education Roundtable

Educators are invited to these FREE monthly informative roundtables incorporating and following the Educator Evenings. These Zoom discussions provide participants an opportunity to further discuss the presented topics as they relate to early childhood education. Please register for the ECE Roundtable. For questions, please contact Leah Sanders, Educational Consultant or Terry

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Talks
Thursday November 2, 2023 4 – 5 pm

Tracing the Life and Work of Charlotte Skinner with Kolin Perry

Join Perry as he traces the life of Charlotte Skinner shining light on the places, people and events that informed her work.   Stay after the talk and join the curator in a walkthrough of the exhibition starting at 5pm.  This exhibition features original paintings and drawings of the Eastern Sierra

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday November 2, 2023 5 – 7 pm

First Thursday with Musical Guest Spike McGuire

Meet up with friends for live music, beer and plenty of fun at First Thursday, presented in partnership with Loud as Folk, a regional singer-songwriter showcase. Hosted by Spike McGuire. This month, McGuire will be celebrating the release of his new album Caught In The Wild (Live). The project was

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Group Tours
Friday November 3, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday November 4, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday November 4, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday November 5, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday November 5, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Sunday November 5, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday November 9, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Thursday November 9, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Talks
Thursday November 9, 2023 6 – 8 pm

Sheila Swan and Peter Laufer on Neon Nevada

Join Sheila Swan and Peter Laufer, authors of Neon Nevada, for a discussion surrounding the influence of neon signage on the development of Nevada’s unique culture.  About Neon Nevada: Published in 1994, Sheila Swan and Peter Laufer take readers on a journey across the state of Nevada on a quest

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Ongoing Programs
Friday November 10, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Friday November 10, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Saturday November 11, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

Hands ON! Second Saturday – A Journey Through Mixed Media

Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation Hands ON! Second Saturdays offers monthly free admission, hands-on art activities, storytelling, a docent-guided tour, live performances, and community collaborations.  “Art Expeditions” provides children the opportunity to engage with Museum staff and take a closer look at current work on view. New exhibitions, community collaborations, guest

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Group Tours
Saturday November 11, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday November 11, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday November 12, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday November 12, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Sunday November 12, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Thursday November 16, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Cancelled: Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Talks
Thursday November 16, 2023 6 – 7 pm

Cross-Pollination, Groundwork, and The Journey: Guillermo Bert and Vivian Zavataro in Dialogue

Artist Guillermo Bert and guest curator Vivian Zavataro come together to discuss art, process, the exhibition Guillermo Bert: The Journey, and life. The duo met back in 2021 when they started planning Bert’s mid-career retrospective and connected over a shared passion for art, activism, and decolonialization. Join us to learn more about Bert’s

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Group Tours
Friday November 17, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday November 18, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday November 18, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday November 19, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday November 19, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Sunday November 19, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Hours of Operation
Thursday November 23, 2023 10 am – 8 pm

Thanksgiving Day

The Museum is closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day. 

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Hours of Operation
Thursday November 23, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

Cafe Closure: Thanksgiving Day

The Café is closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day. 

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Group Tours
Saturday November 25, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday November 25, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Cancelled: Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday November 26, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday November 26, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Sunday November 26, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday November 29, 2023 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

Turning Pages Book Club: The Lost Children Archive by Valeria Luiselli

Join Museum volunteer docents for a discussion of a book making connections to current exhibitions and artists featured at the Museum. Participants should have completed the book prior to meeting. Register online for guiding questions that will be discussed at the book club. Arrive early to place a lunch order

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Group Tours
Thursday November 30, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Symposium
Friday December 1, 2023 9:30 am – 5 pm

Writing Never Written: 2023 Art Writing Symposium

When we talk about writing in and for the Arts, we rarely consider the content that never gets written. Inspired by the book, Photographs Never Taken, a compelling collection of short essays by photographers who retell the stories that underlie the images they never made, this one-day symposium considers the

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Group Tours
Friday December 1, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday December 2, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday December 2, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday December 3, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday December 3, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Special Events
Tuesday December 5, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

Member Preview Holiday Sale

Members shop early at the Exclusive Holiday Presale – a benefit of membership. Shop December 5 and 6 for the best selection of jewelry, stationery, home décor, art books, glassware, puzzles, toys and locally made gifts. 20% savings for Museum Members. Shop in-store and online.

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Hours of Operation
Tuesday December 5, 2023 5 – 6 pm

Early Closure

The Museum will close at 5 pm today for a private event. The Shop will remain open until 6 pm.

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Special Events
Wednesday December 6, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

Member Preview Holiday Sale

Members shop early at the Exclusive Holiday Presale – a benefit of membership. Shop December 5 and 6 for the best selection of jewelry, stationery, home décor, art books, glassware, puzzles, toys and locally made gifts. 20% savings for Museum Members. Shop in-store and online. The Shop will remain open

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday December 6, 2023 4 – 5:30 pm

Virtual Educator Evening: Ciel Bergman: Sea Full of Clouds

While teaching art at the University of California, Santa Barbara during the 1980s, artist Ciel Bergman discovered increasing amounts of plastic trash washing up on the local beaches. Bergman conceived the idea of recycling waste plastic to create a sustainable road paving material to reduce our dependence on oil. Join

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Special Events
Thursday December 7, 2023 10 am – 8 pm

Happy Holiday Sale

It only happens once a year – shop the Nevada Museum of Art Holiday Sale. Find jewelry, stationery, home décor, art books, glassware, puzzles, toys and locally made gifts.  10% savings for everyone, 20% savings for Museum Members.  Shop in-store and online.

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday December 7, 2023 5 – 7 pm

First Thursday with Musical Guest Seth Anderson

Meet up with friends for live music, beer and plenty of fun at First Thursday, presented in partnership with Loud as Folk, a regional singer-songwriter showcase. Hosted by Spike McGuire. Powered by Tesla. Additional support by Great Basin Brewing Company.

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Special Events
Friday December 8, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

Happy Holiday Sale

It only happens once a year – shop the Nevada Museum of Art Holiday Sale. Find jewelry, stationery, home décor, art books, glassware, puzzles, toys and locally made gifts.  10% savings for everyone, 20% savings for Museum Members.  Shop in-store and online.

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Art Bite
Friday December 8, 2023 12 – 1 pm

Juan Carlos Guerrero Hernandez, Ph.D., on Guillermo Bert

Explore the arc of Latin American art and Guillermo Bert’s place in that history with Juan Carlos Guerrero Hernández, Assistant Professor of History of Art at the University of Nevada, Reno.  About Juan Carlos Guerrero Hernández:  Juan Carlos Guerrero Hernández’s interdisciplinary research in modern and contemporary art and visual culture

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Ongoing Programs
Friday December 8, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Friday December 8, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Special Events
Friday December 8, 2023 5 – 7 pm

Sip & Shop

Enjoy drinks and nibbles and find the perfect gift at the Shop. Storewide savings for All. 20% savings for Museum Members. 10% savings for everyone.

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Ongoing Programs
Saturday December 9, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

Hands ON! Second Saturday – Winter Wonderland

Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation Hands ON! Second Saturdays offers monthly free admission, hands-on art activities, storytelling, docent-guided tours, live performances, and community collaborations.  “Art Expeditions” provides children the opportunity to engage with Museum staff and take a closer look at current work on view. New exhibitions, community collaborations, guest performances

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Special Events
Saturday December 9, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

Happy Holiday Sale

It only happens once a year – shop the Nevada Museum of Art Holiday Sale. Find jewelry, stationery, home décor, art books, glassware, puzzles, toys and locally made gifts.  10% savings for everyone, 20% savings for Museum Members.  Shop in-store and online.

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Group Tours
Saturday December 9, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday December 9, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Special Events
Sunday December 10, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

Happy Holiday Sale

It only happens once a year – shop the Nevada Museum of Art Holiday Sale. Find jewelry, stationery, home décor, art books, glassware, puzzles, toys and locally made gifts.  10% savings for everyone, 20% savings for Museum Members.  Shop in-store and online.

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday December 10, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday December 10, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Film
Sunday December 10, 2023 3 – 4:30 pm

Art21 “Friends and Strangers” featuring Cannupa Hanska Luger

Enjoy a free screening of “Friends and Strangers,” an episode from season 11 of Art in the Twenty-First Century. In this episode, featuring Cannupa Hanska Luger, Miranda July, Linda Goode Bryant and Christine Sun Kim, artists explore what it means to find emotional connection and build community.  

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday December 14, 2023 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Film
Thursday December 14, 2023 6 – 8 pm

Mountainfilm on Tour

Held annually in Telluride CO, Mountainfilm is a festival featuring a collection of culturally rich, adventure-packed, and enlightening documentary short films. Join us for a screening of a curated selection of powerful films from the festival. Mountainfilm on Tour is presented in partnership with the Eastern Sierra Interpretive Association.  *Doors

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Art Bite
Friday December 15, 2023 12 – 1 pm

Musica Sierra Presents Carolyn Enger’s Resonating Earth

Musica Sierra and Carolyn Enger, critically acclaimed pianist, engage in an inspiring musical performance and conversation about climate change.  Resonating Earth is a multimedia solo piano performance that creates a meditative space for listeners to engage with music and environmental art in order to directly inspire environmental action afterwards. About

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Group Tours
Friday December 15, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday December 16, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday December 16, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday December 17, 2023 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday December 17, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Friday December 22, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday December 23, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday December 23, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Hours of Operation
Sunday December 24, 2023 10 am – 3 pm

Christmas Eve

The Museum will close at 3 pm in observance of Christmas Eve. 

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Hours of Operation
Monday December 25, 2023 10 am – 6 pm

Christmas Day

The Museum is closed today in observance of the holiday. 

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Group Tours
Friday December 29, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday December 30, 2023 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday December 30, 2023 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Hours of Operation
Sunday December 31, 2023 10 am – 3 pm

New Year’s Eve

The Museum will close at 3 pm in observance of New Year’s Eve. 

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Hours of Operation
Monday January 1, 2024 10 am – 6 pm

New Year’s Day

The Museum is closed today in observance of the holiday. 

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday January 4, 2024 5 – 7 pm

First Thursday with Musical Guest Phat Mark

First Thursday returns loud and proud with live music presented in partnership with Loud As Folk, a regional singer-songwriter showcase. Meet up with friends for this long-standing monthly tradition of live music, beer and plenty of fun. Powered by Tesla. Additional support by Great Basin Brewing Company

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Group Tours
Friday January 5, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday January 6, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday January 6, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Sunday January 7, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday January 11, 2024 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Ongoing Programs
Friday January 12, 2024 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Friday January 12, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Saturday January 13, 2024 10 am – 6 pm

Hands ON! Second Saturday – Seeing the Land

Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation Hands ON! Second Saturdays offers monthly free admission, hands-on art activities, storytelling, docent-guided tours, live performances, and community collaborations.  “Art Expeditions” provides children the opportunity to engage with Museum staff and take a closer look at current work on view. New exhibitions, community collaborations, guest performances

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Group Tours
Saturday January 13, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday January 13, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Sunday January 14, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Friday January 19, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Special Events
Friday January 19, 2024 7 – 10 pm

Art After Dark: Disco Balls and Overalls

Bring your overalls and wear your dancing shoes as you explore Art After Dark in the E.L. Cord Museum School. At this hands-on event for adults, upcycle your overalls into a disco statement piece, create a screen print, build a disco tile mosaic, while enjoying libations and music in our

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Group Tours
Saturday January 20, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday January 20, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday January 21, 2024 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday January 21, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Talks
Friday January 26, 2024 12 – 1 pm

Afrofuturism and Black Feminisms with Prisca Gayles, Ph.D.

Join Prisca Gayles, Assistant Professor of Sociology and Gender, Race and Identity at the University of Nevada, Reno, for a conversation on Afrofuturism and Black Feminisms, and how these concepts are woven into April Bey’s Atlantica: The Gilda Region.    In Atlantica, The Gilda Region, interdisciplinary artist April Bey creates an immersive

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Group Tours
Friday January 26, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday January 27, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday January 27, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday January 28, 2024 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday January 28, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday January 31, 2024 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

Turning Pages Book Club: The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich

Join Museum volunteer docents for a discussion of The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich, making connections to the Museum exhibition Cannupa Hanska Luger: Speechless and other artworks featured at the Museum. Participants should have completed the book prior to meeting. Register online for guiding questions that will be discussed at

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday February 1, 2024 5 – 7 pm

First Thursday with Musical Guest The Sam Chase Trio

First Thursday returns loud and proud with live music presented in partnership with Loud As Folk, a regional singer-songwriter showcase. Meet up with friends for this long-standing monthly tradition of live music, beer and plenty of fun. Powered by Tesla

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Group Tours
Friday February 2, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday February 3, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday February 3, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Special Events
Saturday February 3, 2024 6 – 7 pm

Museum Confidential Live in Reno with Cannupa Hanska Luger

Join us for a live recording of Museum Confidential, a popular podcast syndicated on National Public Radio and Spotify, that lifts the curtain on museum practices, art world issues, and culture-makers. Inspired by the Nevada Museum of Art’s Indigenous Art Futures Initiative and the current exhibition Cannupa Hanska Luger: Speechless, podcast founder

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday February 4, 2024 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday February 4, 2024 11 am – 2 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday February 7, 2024 4 – 5:30 pm

Virtual Educator Evening: Charlotte Skinner: Paintings as Historical and Environmental Documents

Charlotte Skinner was an artist and educator who lived in the Eastern Sierra of California from 1905 to 1933. Guided by her appreciation for the natural landscape of the Eastern Sierra, Skinner created spirited works that portray the Owens Valley at a time of great economic, social, and political change

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday February 7, 2024 5:45 – 7:15 pm

Virtual Early Childhood Education Roundtable

Educators are invited to these FREE monthly informative roundtables incorporating and following the Educator Evenings. These Zoom discussions provide participants an opportunity to further discuss the presented topics as they relate to early childhood education. Please register for the ECE Roundtable.  The zoom link for the Roundtable will be sent

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday February 8, 2024 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Ongoing Programs
Friday February 9, 2024 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Friday February 9, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Saturday February 10, 2024 10 am – 6 pm

Hands ON! Second Saturday – Love is in the Air

Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation Hands ON! Second Saturdays offers monthly free admission, hands-on art activities, storytelling, a docent-guided tour, live performances, and community collaborations.  “Art Expeditions” provides children the opportunity to engage with Museum staff and take a closer look at current work on view. New exhibitions, community collaborations, guest

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Group Tours
Saturday February 10, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday February 10, 2024 2 – 3 pm

CANCELED: Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday February 11, 2024 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday February 11, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Special Events
Thursday February 15, 2024 6 – 7 pm

Scholastic Art Awards 2024 Award Ceremony

Gold and Silver Key award-winning students are presented with their awards and honored during this special ceremony attended by family, teachers, friends, and members of the community.  The ceremony will be held at the University of Nevada, Reno in the Nightingale Concert Hall located in the Church Fine Arts building.

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Group Tours
Friday February 16, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday February 17, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday February 17, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday February 18, 2024 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday February 18, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Art Bite
Friday February 23, 2024 12 – 1 pm

The Cultures of Collage: Camouflage, Fantasy, and Utopic Failure in Nick Larsen’s Work

Collage, as a mode of visual culture, has long been associated with the prospect of rewriting history. Relatedly, it is a site for the material realization of visual trickery, fantasy, time travel, and much more. This talk, given by Brett M. Van Hoesen, Ph.D., examines the history and culture of

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Group Tours
Friday February 23, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday February 24, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday February 24, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday February 25, 2024 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Music Brunch

Sunday Music Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Enjoy live

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Group Tours
Sunday February 25, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Friday March 1, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Talks
Saturday March 2, 2024 10 am – 12:30 pm

CANCELED: Dixon in Depth

CANCELED: Due to worsening weather conditions, we’ve made the difficult decision to cancel today’s program, Dixon in Depth. The Museum and galleries remain open today. Ann Wolfe and John Ott will be in the galleries from 10am to 11am for informal conversation. Timely refunds will be issued to all registrants.

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Group Tours
Saturday March 2, 2024 11 am – noon

CANCELED: Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday March 2, 2024 2 – 3 pm

CANCELED: Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Member Events
Saturday March 2, 2024 7 – 9 pm

CANCELED: Member’s Exclusive: Sagebrush and Solitude: Maynard Dixon in Nevada – Opening Celebration

CANCELED: Due to worsening weather conditions, we have made the difficult decision to cancel this evening’s Members’ Exclusive. Timely refunds will be issued to all registrants. We invite you to join us next week at First Thursday to view the exhibition.  

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday March 3, 2024 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Brunch

Sunday Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Doors open at

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Group Tours
Sunday March 3, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday March 7, 2024 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday March 7, 2024 5 – 7 pm

First Thursday with Musical Guest Sugarpine Bluegrass

First Thursday returns loud and proud with live music presented in partnership with Loud As Folk, a regional singer-songwriter showcase. Meet up with friends for this long-standing monthly tradition of live music, beer and plenty of fun. Powered by Tesla

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Ongoing Programs
Friday March 8, 2024 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Friday March 8, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Saturday March 9, 2024 10 am – 6 pm

Hands ON! Second Saturday – Layering the Landscape

Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation Hands ON! Second Saturdays offers monthly free admission, hands-on art activities, storytelling, a docent-guided tour, live performances, and community collaborations.  “Art Expeditions” provides children the opportunity to engage with Museum staff and take a closer look at current work on view. New exhibitions, community collaborations, guest

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Group Tours
Saturday March 9, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday March 9, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday March 10, 2024 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Brunch

Sunday Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Doors open at

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Group Tours
Sunday March 10, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday March 13, 2024 4 – 5:30 pm

2024 NV STEAM Conference | Opening Keynote

The theme of the 2024 NV STEAM Conference is Healthy People, Places, and Environments. The Conference will be presented virtually, beginning on Wednesday, March 13 from 4 – 5:30 pm and resume Saturday, March 16 from 8:30am – 12:30pm.  Following the keynote on Saturday, multiple workshops will take place from

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday March 13, 2024 5:45 – 7:15 pm

Virtual Early Childhood Education Roundtable

Educators are invited to these FREE monthly informative roundtables incorporating and following the Educator Evenings. These Zoom discussions provide participants an opportunity to further discuss the presented topics as they relate to early childhood education. Please register for the ECE Roundtable.  The zoom link for the Roundtable will be sent

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Group Tours
Friday March 15, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Talks
Friday March 15, 2024 6 – 8 pm

Richard Louv and the Impact of Nature

Join Richard Louv, author of Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder, for an engaging presentation on how nature influences developmental psychology, the learning process and mental health.  *Book signing and cash bar to follow presentation. Richard Louv is a journalist and author of ten books,

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Symposium
Saturday March 16, 2024 8:30 am – 12:30 pm

2024 NV STEAM Conference | Keynote, Workshops and Synthesis

The theme of the 2024 NV STEAM Conference is Healthy People, Places, and Environments. The Conference will be presented virtually, beginning on Wednesday, March 13 from 4 – 5:30 pm and resume Saturday, March 16 from 8:30am – 12:30pm.  Following the keynote on Saturday, multiple workshops will take place from

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Group Tours
Saturday March 16, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday March 16, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday March 17, 2024 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Brunch

Sunday Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Doors open at

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Group Tours
Sunday March 17, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Friday March 22, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday March 23, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday March 23, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday March 24, 2024 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Brunch

Sunday Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Doors open at

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Group Tours
Sunday March 24, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday March 27, 2024 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

Turning Pages Book Club: Properties of Thirst by Marianne Wiggins

Join Museum volunteer docents for a discussion of the book Properties of Thirst by Marianne Wiggins, making connections to the current exhibition, Sagebrush and Solitude: Maynard Dixon in Nevada, and artists featured at the Museum. Participants should have completed the book prior to meeting. Register online for guiding questions that

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Group Tours
Friday March 29, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday March 30, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday March 30, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tour

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday March 31, 2024 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Brunch

Sunday Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Doors open at

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Group Tours
Sunday March 31, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Talks
Thursday April 4, 2024 4 – 5 pm

Nick Larsen on “Old Haunts, Lower Reaches”

Drawing on the structure of Belongings, his 2019 artist’s book, join Nick Larsen as he weaves image, text, and short storytelling as entry points into his exhibition Old Haunts, Lower Reaches. In the no man’s land between fictional archaeological inventory and autobiography, Larsen maps and mines both what’s present and

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday April 4, 2024 5 – 7 pm

First Thursday with Musical Guest The Happy Trails

First Thursday returns loud and proud with live music presented in partnership with Loud As Folk, a regional singer-songwriter showcase. Meet up with friends for this long-standing monthly tradition of live music, beer and plenty of fun.  Powered by Tesla Hosting partner: IMBIB Custom Brews

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Art Bite
Friday April 5, 2024 12 – 1 pm

The Politics of Water: In Conversation with Sophia Borgias, Ph.D. and Kate Berry, Ph.D.

Sophia Borgias, Ph.D. and Kate Berry, Ph.D. discuss the politics of water as they relate to Charlotte Skinner’s time in Lone Pine, California during the Los Angeles Water Wars. Sophia Borgias, Ph.D.,  Assistant Professor of Interdisciplinary Programs at Boise State University, is a human-environment geographer whose research and teaching focuses

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Group Tours
Friday April 5, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday April 6, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday April 6, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday April 7, 2024 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Brunch

Sunday Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Doors open at

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Group Tours
Sunday April 7, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Talks
Wednesday April 10, 2024 10:30 am – noon

Dixon in Depth

Maynard Dixon’s trips through Northern and Southern Nevada between 1901 and 1939 resulted in hundreds of sketches, paintings, and poems. Join exhibition curator Ann M. Wolfe and renowned Dixon scholar Donald Hagerty for a program about Dixon in Nevada. Doors Open with Coffee at 10 am  Opening Remarks and Talk by

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Ongoing Programs
Wednesday April 10, 2024 4 – 6 pm

In-Person Educator Evening: Narrative and Story through Art and Writing

Elisheva Biernoff small-format paintings are based on discarded photographs. Because she does not know the story of each photograph, other than what she intuits by looking at it, she imagines and reflects on the anonymous traces of lives and places that are for the most part unknown to her. Join

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday April 11, 2024 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Ongoing Programs
Thursday April 11, 2024 5:30 – 7 pm

In-Person Early Childhood Education Roundtable

Educators are invited to these FREE monthly informative in-person roundtables which provide participants an opportunity to interact with art and each other. A hands-on workshop directed by Museum Educators will be integrated into each meeting. Meetings in the Museum allow a different exhibition to become the focus for discussion to

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Talks
Thursday April 11, 2024 6 – 7 pm

728 Montgomery St: People, Events and Escapades with Donald J. Hagerty

From 1912 until 1939, Maynard Dixon maintained a studio at 728 Montgomery Street in San Francisco. In this storied Gold Rush era building he created his striking paintings and hosted an endless parade of painters, writers and others drawn to his restless intellect and glowing artwork. Many of the Nevada

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Ongoing Programs
Friday April 12, 2024 1 – 3 pm

Art Afternoon: Workshop and Social for Seniors

Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Museum. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience.  Senior Art Afternoon will be hosted in-person in the E.L. Cord

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Group Tours
Friday April 12, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Saturday April 13, 2024 10 am – 6 pm

Hands ON! Second Saturday – Life in Miniature

Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation Hands ON! Second Saturdays offers monthly free admission, hands-on art activities, storytelling, a docent-guided tour, live performances, and community collaborations.  “Art Investigators” provides children the opportunity to engage with Museum staff and take a closer look at current work on view. New exhibitions, community collaborations, guest

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Group Tours
Saturday April 13, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Group Tours
Saturday April 13, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Ongoing Programs
Sunday April 14, 2024 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Sunday Brunch

Sunday Brunch at the Café is the perfect precursor to an afternoon exploring our galleries. Chef Colin Smith has updated the menu to include an eclectic array of options from traditional breakfast fare to lunch options–both of which pair nicely with juice, coffee, champagne or a mimosa. Doors open at

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Group Tours
Sunday April 14, 2024 11 am – noon

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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Talks
Thursday April 18, 2024 6 – 7 pm

Thought on Tap: Building Education and Research Bridges

Join the Museum and the University of Nevada, Reno College of Liberal Arts and Core Humanities Program for “Thought On Tap,” the collaborative public engagement series. In this episode, the Museum and University faculty will discuss plans and opportunities for collaborative education and research in the new Charles and Stacie

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Group Tours
Friday April 19, 2024 2 – 3 pm

Guided Tours

Enrich your experience with a guided tour. A docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insight and history to the artwork on view. Guided tours are offered Fridays at 2 pm, Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm, and Sundays at 11 am. Reservations are recommended. FREE with admission

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