Hands ON! Second Saturday

Feeling creative? Join us this Hands ON! Second Saturday for our “Creativity Campground” to celebrate National Park and Recreation month.

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 Adventures” 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 and monthly themes rotate in this engaging series of monthly programs.

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Title sponsorship for Hands ON! Second Saturdays is provided by the Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation.

Hands ON! Second Saturday

Come celebrate the work of Pablo Picasso at our “Picasso Palooza” this Hands ON! Second Saturday.

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Title sponsorship for Hands ON! Second Saturdays is provided by the Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation.

Hands ON! Second Saturday

Unwind and practice self care during our “Authentic Art Sanctuary” Hands ON! Second Saturday! Inspired by National Self Care Month, we are offering new ways to be creative and spread some love!

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Title sponsorship for Hands ON! Second Saturdays is provided by the Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation.

Hands ON! Second Saturday

Join us this Hands ON! Second Saturday for our Dia de Los Muertos Hands ON! program with special performances by Latino Arte & Culture, themed hands-on art projects, and more!

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Title sponsorship for Hands ON! Second Saturdays is provided by the Estelle J. Kelsey Foundation.

Senior Sundays: Art in Conversation

Seniors are invited to spend the morning at the Museum in this monthly, discussion based museum experience. Rooted in slow/close looking and inquiry based engagement, the program invites participants to build personal connections with works of art while fostering meanigful social interaction. Each session centers on a thematic exploration of 3 – 4 artworks, encouraging thoughtful observation, storytelling, and shared interpretation.

This month will explore the distinctive pottery and artistic traditions of Mata Ortiz, Mexico, drawing from works in the museum’s collection.

Senior Sundays will be hosted in-person in the Dermody classroom on the first floor of the Charles and Stacie Mathewson Education + Research Center. Snacks and light refreshments will be provided. Advanced registration is required and space is limited. Monthly sessions are offered on the last Sunday of the month.

Sponsored by the Leonette Foundation Seniors and Art Endowment, and the City of Reno.

Senior Sundays: Art in Conversation

This month will explore the distinctive pottery and artistic traditions of Mata Ortiz, Mexico, drawing from works in the museum’s collection.

Sponsored by the Leonette Foundation Seniors and Art Endowment, and the City of Reno.

Senior Sundays: Art in Conversation

This month will explore the Fallen Fruit installation of David Allen Burns and Austin Young with a deep dive into the culinary and medicinal uses of plants.

Sponsored by the Leonette Foundation Seniors and Art Endowment, and the City of Reno.

Turning Pages Book Club: American Rambler by Isaac Fitzgerald

Museum docents lead a discussion of American Rambler: Walking the Trail of Johnny Appleseed by Isaac Fitzgerald. The discussion explores connections to Broad Stripes Bright Stars: Celebrating 250 Years of America’s Icons and featured artists. Participants are asked to complete the book prior to meeting. Register online and review the guiding questions that will shape the discussion.

Arrive early to place a lunch order at the Museum Café! Space is limited; advanced registration is recommended.

Educator Evening – American History Through the Flag

Educator Evenings are a FREE professional development series offering state-approved professional development hours for participation. Professional development hours are available for participating in the Educator Evenings and issued upon request.

Educator Evenings are sponsored by Nevada Gold Mines, operated by Barrick, Arrow Electronics Inc, Click Bond, Robert Z. Hawkins Foundation, Jill and Par Tolles, Bank of America, and the Nell J. Redfield Foundation.