60th Anniversary
+ Spring Art Reception
We are proud to offer seasonal and permanent art exhibitions in our 7 art galleries, featuring exquisite works by amazing fine artists and makers.
ART RECEPTION: May 18, 2024
1-4pm
Complimentary Admission & On-Site Parking
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1st Floor Exhibitions: Pam Brekas
2nd Floor: Historical Museum Exhibition & Artisan Gallery
3rd Floor: Northern Nevada Artists & Themes (Permanent Collection)
4th Floor: Virginia City Characters & Town
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Members receive complimentary admission to art galleries and historical tours:
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PAM BREKAS
Enjoy a beautiful and expansive exhibition of Pam Brekas' abstract work throughout the first floor galleries. This body of work is full of color, layers, texture, and movement.
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Pam has a long history with the art center, including artist retreats and collaborative pieces hung in our permanent collection.
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Opens March 31, 2024
Exhibition Closes: July 8, 2024
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Reception: May 18, 1-4pm
Complimentary Admission and On-Site Parking Available
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Light refreshments and four floors of stunning art and history are the perfect way to celebrate a Saturday on the Comstock.
PERMANENT COLLECTION
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St. Mary's Art Center has been an artistic and cultural staple of Virginia City and the Comstock since 1964. Thousands of artists and makers have taught, learned, created, and collaborated within our walls. As an 1876 historic cornerstone and former hospital, the property is often a favorite subject for artists, or as a prized location to view and paint Virginia City.
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Throughout the years, artists, makers, photographers, and writers have donated their work to our permanent collection. This is an outstanding exhibition that artistically represents the state of Virginia City throughout the years, as well as the restoration evolution of the art center. This exhibition is displayed throughout the 3rd floor gallery, guest rooms, studios, and more.
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Our latest acquisition is this magnificent sculpture by the late Larry Williamson, titled "Great Basin Cookie Jar Cage". Larry's work has been represented by Stremmel Gallery, collected for decades, and is pure genius.
View the permanent collection and experience a diverse showcase of Comstock Art.
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Open for Viewing Now
VIRGINIA CITY CHARACTERS
by DANETTE STEELE
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Virginia City is proudly known for its unique residents, merchants, and "characters". Several of these unique individuals are well known by locals and visitors alike.
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Danette Steele's watercolor exhibition of her chosen subjects draws viewers in to see the personalities of some of our great residents, former and present-day. View her body of work on the fourth floor, between the arts library and theatre. These characters are the perfect group to welcome guests to the top floor of this historic former hospital.
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Open for Viewing Now
