Join us for our Youth Art Month Festival on Saturday, March 14th, 10:00am – 2:00pm for a day full of fun!
  • Thursday, June 4th. 5:45pm - 8:45pm

    Join us for another acrylic painting class where we will be using the legendary botanical artwork "Cantaloupes" by George Brookshaw as inspiration. In this class, students will learn how to sketch composition, mix color, and paint on canvas to create a summery work of art of their own. This class is suitable for all levels of acrylic artist.

    All supplies included. This is a step-by-step class, so please arrive by the stated start of class; late arrivals may miss steps that can’t be revisited.

    Ages 14 and up. 

    Instructor: Karen Hayes
    This class will be held in the Pavilion, in the building adjacent to the Lake Mansion. Park in our free lot off Arlington Avenue and walk up the stairs, the Pavilion is on your right.
    Refund & Cancellation Policy
    250 Court St. & Arlington Ave. Reno, 89501 United States
    775-826-6100 ext. 2#
  • Saturday, April 18th. 1:00pm - 3:00pm

    Get ready for another fun family workshop where we will be creating a vibrant mixed-media collage of an underwater scene with some sweet sea creatures! By painting and mixing collage, we will create Eric Carle - inspired artworks, ready to hang at home. This workshop is perfect for parents and kiddos who love the ocean, and all the critters in it!
    Ages 4 and up. One project per registration, up to two participants per project. Instructor: Anne Hunter This class will be held in the Pavilion, in the building adjacent to the Lake Mansion. Park in our free lot off Arlington Avenue and walk up the stairs, the Pavilion is on your right. Refund & Cancellation Policy
    Limit 3 tickets per transaction. If you are purchasing more than 3 tickets please call 775-826-6100 ext. 2.
     
  • Sunday, July 26th. 10:00 AM - 12:00PM

    In this family workshop, you and your little one will explore the beauty of plants and flowers through botanical-themed gelli prints! Together, you’ll experiment with layering colors and textures to create vibrant, one-of-a-kind prints inspired by nature. Using gelli plates and playful techniques, you’ll discover how shapes and patterns emerge as you press, lift, and print. This hands-on workshop is full of creativity and discovery, making it a fun and relaxing experience for the entire family!
    Ages 6 and up. One project per registration, up to two participants per project. Instructor: Anne Hunter This class will be held in the Pavilion, in the building adjacent to the Lake Mansion. Park in our free lot off Arlington Avenue and walk up the stairs, the Pavilion is on your right. *This is an Artown event* Refund & Cancellation Policy
    Limit 3 tickets per transaction. If you are purchasing more than 3 tickets please call 775-826-6100 ext. 2.
     
  • Wednesday, July 15th. 10:00 am - 11:00 am Join us for a guided tour of the Lake Mansion, built in 1877. Learn about the history and architecture of the Lake Mansion, as well as its significance in the history of the City of Reno. Your guide, courtesy of the Historic Reno Preservation Society, will take you on a trip to the past and enhance your knowledge of local history. This is a great tour for locals and out-of-town visitors alike. Guided tour is free, but registration is required. One participant per registration All ages welcome! *This is an Artown Event*

    Lake Mansion Arts & Cultural Center

    250 Court St. & Arlington Ave. Reno, 89501 United States
    775-826-6100 ext. 2#
    Refund & Cancellation Policy
  • Thursday, July 23rd. 5:30pm-8:30pm.

    Join us for an exciting adult watercolor workshop inspired by Lorenzo P. Latimer’s Highway to Reno. Explore the techniques and colors that bring this iconic landscape to life, while creating your own unique interpretation. Through step-by-step instruction, you’ll learn about composition, brushwork, and watercolor layering, all while developing your skills and expressing your personal artistic vision. This class is suitable for all level of watercolor artist.
    All supplies included. Ages 14 and up. Instructor: Galina Milton This class will be held in the Pavilion, in the building adjacent to the Lake Mansion. Park in our free lot off Arlington Avenue and walk up the stairs, the Pavilion is on your right. *This is an Artown event* Refund & Cancellation Policy
    Limit 3 tickets per transaction. If you are purchasing more than 3 tickets please call 775-826-6100 ext. 2.
  • Friday, July 17th. 10:00 am - 11:00 am Join us for a guided tour of the Lake Mansion, built in 1877. Learn about the history and architecture of the Lake Mansion, as well as its significance in the history of the City of Reno. Your guide, courtesy of the Historic Reno Preservation Society, will take you on a trip to the past and enhance your knowledge of local history. This is a great tour for locals and out-of-town visitors alike. Guided tour is free, but registration is required. One participant per registration All ages welcome! *This is an Artown Event*

    Lake Mansion Arts & Cultural Center

    250 Court St. & Arlington Ave. Reno, 89501 United States
    775-826-6100 ext. 2#
    Refund & Cancellation Policy
  • Saturday, July 18th. 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

    Get ready for another fun family workshop where we will be creating a cozy mixed-media collage of animals snuggled up in bed with their favorite books! You and your little one will explore color, texture, and shape to create their sleepy animal scenes. This workshop is perfect for parents and kiddos who love animals, books, and bedtime!
    Ages 6 and up. One project per registration, up to two participants per project. Instructor: Natacha Sperka This class will be held in the Pavilion, in the building adjacent to the Lake Mansion. Park in our free lot off Arlington Avenue and walk up the stairs, the Pavilion is on your right. *This is an Artown event* Refund & Cancellation Policy
    Limit 3 tickets per transaction. If you are purchasing more than 3 tickets please call 775-826-6100 ext. 2.
     
  • Monday, April 27th. 5:30pm-7:30pm

    In this family workshop, you and your little one will work with watercolor and wax crayons to create a vibrant and fun work of art! In this workshop, you will see how watercolor reacts with wax to reveal patterns underneath a marbling of pigment. Watercolor is a relaxing medium, paired with resist art will make this workshop great fun for the entire family!
    Ages 4 and up. One project per registration, up to two participants per project. Instructor: Patty Lassaline This class will be held in the Pavilion, in the building adjacent to the Lake Mansion. Park in our free lot off Arlington Avenue and walk up the stairs, the Pavilion is on your right. Refund & Cancellation Policy
    Limit 3 tickets per transaction. If you are purchasing more than 3 tickets please call 775-826-6100 ext. 2.
     
  • Saturday, July 11th. 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.   Join us at the Lake Mansion for a free community art festival hosted by Arts for All Nevada! From 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, you and your family can attend for a fun-filled day of creativity! We will have a wide variety of exciting activities and organizations to make this a memorable event for all ages! Event Highlights:
    • Enjoy 8 summer-themed art stations with hands-on crafts for all age groups
    • Free book for every child, courtesy of Spread the Word-Nevada
    • Meet local historian and Lake Mansion expert - Patty Cafferata
    • Explore the open doors of the Lake Mansion, and more!
    No RSVP needed – just bring your friends and family, and we’ll see you there!
    Thanks to our sponsors - E.L. Cord Foundation, Robert Z. Hawkins Foundation, Marshall R. Matley Foundation, The Nell J. Redfield Foundation, Nevada Arts Council, and the City of Reno for their generous support for this Festival.
  • Thursday, May 14th. 5:30pm-8:30pm.

    In May's watercolor class, we will be painting local artist, Galina Milton's "California Poppies". Students will learn how to mix color, balance composition, and utilize watercolor techniques to replicate this gorgeous array of iconic wildflowers. This class includes step-by-step guidance on the basics of watercolor and is suitable for all levels of artist.
    All supplies included. Ages 14 and up. Instructor: Galina Milton This class will be held in the Pavilion, in the building adjacent to the Lake Mansion. Park in our free lot off Arlington Avenue and walk up the stairs, the Pavilion is on your right. Refund & Cancellation Policy
    Limit 3 tickets per transaction. If you are purchasing more than 3 tickets please call 775-826-6100 ext. 2.
  • Wednesday, July 29th. 10:00 am - 11:00 am Join us for a guided tour of the Lake Mansion, built in 1877. Learn about the history and architecture of the Lake Mansion, as well as its significance in the history of the City of Reno. Your guide, courtesy of the Historic Reno Preservation Society, will take you on a trip to the past and enhance your knowledge of local history. This is a great tour for locals and out-of-town visitors alike. Guided tour is free, but registration is required. One participant per registration All ages welcome! *This is an Artown Event*

    Lake Mansion Arts & Cultural Center

    250 Court St. & Arlington Ave. Reno, 89501 United States
    775-826-6100 ext. 2#
    Refund & Cancellation Policy
  • Tuesday, July 14th. 5:30pm - 7:30pm

    Join us for a family workshop where you and your little one will sew their own stuffed animal! From start to finish, participants will be plushie creators as they begin with raw materials and the provided templates, and will end the class with their very own cozy, three-dimensional critter!
    Ages 6 and up. One project per registration, up to two participants per project. Instructor: Rebecca Sprenger This class will be held in the Pavilion, in the building adjacent to the Lake Mansion. Park in our free lot off Arlington Avenue and walk up the stairs, the Pavilion is on your right. *This is an Artown event* Refund & Cancellation Policy
    Limit 3 tickets per transaction. If you are purchasing more than 3 tickets please call 775-826-6100 ext. 2.
     
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