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Wednesday, July 8. 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* -
Sunday, July 26th. 1:00pm - 3:00pm.
All supplies included. Ages 14 and up. 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 PolicyJoin us for an exciting workshop where you’ll explore the dynamic world of alcohol ink on canvas. Experiment with color, composition, and the natural flow of ink as it bleeds and blends to create vibrant abstract pieces. Through hands-on techniques, you’ll discover how to harness movement, texture, and layering to make bold, one-of-a-kind artworks. This workshop is perfect for building skills, expressing creativity, and enjoying the unpredictability of abstract art!Limit 3 tickets per transaction. If you are purchasing more than 3 tickets please call 775-826-6100 ext. 2.
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Friday, June 26th. 5:30pm-8:30pm.
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 PolicyIn this watercolor class, students will paint their own wildflower-filled landscape. This painting is composed of a glorious scene of poppies, lupine, and other spring flowers. Students will learn foundational watercolor techniques to paint their poppies, and will walk away with increased confidence in watercolors. This class is suitable for all levels of artist.Limit 3 tickets per transaction. If you are purchasing more than 3 tickets please call 775-826-6100 ext. 2.
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Friday, August 14th. 5:30pm-8:30pm.
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 PolicyJoin us at the Lake Mansion for another monthly watercolor, where we will be painting John Sargent's majestic landscape, "In the Dolomites." With step-by-step instruction, students will learn how to use foundations of watercolor, to compose a landscape and implement color theory to create vivid mountains and fields. By the end of this class, students will walk away with a finished artwork, enhanced watercolor skills, and artistic confidence. This class is suitable for all levels of watercolor artist.Limit 3 tickets per transaction. If you are purchasing more than 3 tickets please call 775-826-6100 ext. 2.
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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!
Thanks to our sponsors - E.L. Cord Foundation, Robert Z. Hawkins Foundation, Marshall R. Matley Foundation, The Nell J. Redfield Foundation, NV Energy Foundation, Nevada Arts Council, and the City of Reno for their generous support for this Festival. -
Thursday, April 16th. 5:30pm-8:30pm.
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 PolicyThis month in our watercolor class, we will be painting Katsushika Hokusai's famous artwork The Great Wave. Students will learn how to paint the bold colors and unique styles in this famous Japanese artwork, using foundational watercolor technique. At the end of this class, each student will have their own version of one of the most iconic artworks in the world. This class includes step-by-step guidance and is suitable for all levels of artist.Limit 3 tickets per transaction. If you are purchasing more than 3 tickets please call 775-826-6100 ext. 2.
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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.Thursday, June 4th. 5:45pm - 8:45pm
Instructor: Karen HayesJoin 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.
Refund & Cancellation Policy 250 Court St. & Arlington Ave. Reno, 89501 United States775-826-6100 ext. 2# -
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.Thursday, May 28th. 5:45pm - 8:45pm
Instructor: Karen HayesIn this month's acrylic painting class, we will be painting the iconic Maynard Dixon painting, "Desert Journey." With step-by-step instruction from our Teaching Artist, each participant will learn acrylic painting skills like sketching, color mixing, & painting from reference, and will end the class with a gorgeous western landscape of their own. This painting is suitable for all levels of acrylic artist and will be done on 16x20" canvases, ready to hang at home!
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.
Refund & Cancellation Policy 250 Court St. & Arlington Ave. Reno, 89501 United States775-826-6100 ext. 2# -
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.Thursday, August 6th. 5:45pm - 8:45pm
Instructor: Karen HayesIn this month's watercolor class, we will be creating a monochromatic and hazy landscape inspired by Madelynn Ave. In this class, students will learn how to mix color using a limited palette, blending on canvas to give a blurred effect, and fine brush strokes to create delicate branches. By the end of class, you will walk away with more refined painting skills, and a work of art ready to hang at home. 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.
Refund & Cancellation Policy 250 Court St. & Arlington Ave. Reno, 89501 United States775-826-6100 ext. 2# -
Thursday, May 14th. 5:30pm-8:30pm.
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 PolicyIn 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.Limit 3 tickets per transaction. If you are purchasing more than 3 tickets please call 775-826-6100 ext. 2.
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Thursday, July 23rd. 5:30pm-8:30pm.
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 PolicyJoin 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.Limit 3 tickets per transaction. If you are purchasing more than 3 tickets please call 775-826-6100 ext. 2.
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Saturday, July 18th. 4:00pm - 6:00pm.
All supplies included. Ages 14 and up. 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 PolicyJoin us for a fun mixed media workshop where you’ll bring the spirit and strength of wild horses to life on canvas. Explore a variety of materials and techniques as you layer paint, collage elements, texture mediums, and expressive mark-making to create dynamic, soulful portraits. Through guided instruction and hands-on exploration, you’ll build confidence combining materials in unexpected ways to create rich, dimensional artwork. This class is perfect for expanding your creative toolkit, refining portrait skills, and celebrating the untamed beauty of wild horses through mixed media!Limit 3 tickets per transaction. If you are purchasing more than 3 tickets please call 775-826-6100 ext. 2.
