Best Arts and Culture Places in Mount Charleston

"Once a natural history museum, the Barrick Museum on the University of Nevada Las Vegas campus has changed its focus to art in an attempt to fill the void left when the Las Vegas Art Museum closed its doors in early 2009. The small staff at Barrick mounts rotating exhibits for the community while raising funds to become a full time art institution. Shows have ranged from contemporary paintings and sculpture to a photography exhibit of legendary photographer Ansel Adams's black-and-white works of American landscapes and architecture, which spans five decades."

"Located on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus, the Barrick Museum features rotating exhibitions of everything from contemporary paintings to glass work to Ansel Adams' legendary collection of photography. Its well-curated collections and fun, hip vibe make it the perfect place to escape to for an hour or two. Admission is also free—perfect if you've been dealt a losing hand on the Strip."

"The Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art is located on the UNLV campus and is part of their College of Fine Arts. The admission is free, so it’s a great way to spend an afternoon if you need a break from the casinos. The beautiful, open space has benches and a very relaxing atmosphere to sit down and stare at the art."

"This non-for–profit gallery is located in the downtown region of Las Vegas. Though quite small in size, the center holds a collection of modern art on display. It has been around for over 20 years and hosts touring exhibitions by various artists from all over the world."

"At the heart of the 18b Las Vegas Arts District is the Arts Factory. With it's premier location near the area's finest art and local culture, the commercial art center houses photographers, painters, graphic designers, and many other professionals....[Learn more]"

"Centaur Art Gallery is the oldest art gallery in Las Vegas and offers a great collection, especially if you’re interested in purchasing artwork. The gallery, which has a large collection of 19th- and 20th-century pieces, also has contemporary selections and a master collection of artworks from the likes of Pablo Picasso, Renoir, Salvador Dalí, Rembrandt, and other acclaimed artists."

"Centaur Art Galleries is home to one of the largest selections of fine art. The gallery contains works created by the world's most important artists in history.[Learn more]"

"Left of Center Gallery makes art accessible to the greater Southern Nevada community. A focus on ethnically diverse artists and mediums brings a depth of style to the collection, while the kindness and approachability of artists and admirers alike will make you feel comfortable striking up conversation about each piece. You can continue to spot LOC artists’ works throughout public spaces of Las Vegas, like their vibrant ZAP electrical boxes or the colorful mural at McCarran Airport."

"Left of Center is a contemporary non-profit art gallery located in the fast growing northwest area of Las Vegas. Changing exhibits in the main gallery feature nationally and locally recognized guest artists."

"An intriguing place to view Las Vegas art that is loaded with beautiful contemporary and abstract pieces of artwork is the Elena Bulatova Fine Art Gallery. Located directly on the Strip at 3720 South Las Vegas Boulevard, the Elena Bulatova Fine Art Gallery features contemporary works from artists like Rizal, Anek Natenoi, Salvador Dali, the Buma Project and series work from Elena Bulatova. One inside your eyes will be treated to a collection that has everything from sculptures to water colors to acrylic landscapes to abstract drawings."

"A talented painter praised for her contemporary fine art, Elena Bulatova’s fine art gallery showcases her mixed-media originals alongside other abstracts from artists. Feel the three-dimensional screw art of Efi Mashiah and the metal mesh art of Ofer Rubin leap off of the canvas. Appreciate every grain of detail in John Stebila’s wood carvings or give your home a splash of pop culture color via the Buma Project."

"Scenic Brewing Company is a full-fledged restaurant with beer produced on site. Head brewer Jamie Roberts is in charge of at least 17 recipes at any given time. Any of these creations can be enjoyed in the main restaurant or the sports bar (currently restricted to limited seating) with food honoring the Austrian heritage of Scenic Brewing’s owners."

"Scenic Brewing Co. has a 8,879-square-foot craft brewery on the southeast edge of the Desert Inn Road and Durango Commercial Center. The locally focused and kid-friendly space offers 19 craft beers on tap, all devoted to Nevada microbrews. Five of the selections are created in-house, by Scenic’s head brewer Jamie Roberts."

"A beer-themed ode to the Atomic Age in Las Vegas debuts with a roster of homegrown brews. Able Baker Brewing Co. brings a downtown micro-brewery and taproom filled with atomic orange flooring and Nevada gear decking the walls of the Gateway District space. Some of Able Baker’s beers on tap at the 15-Bbl brewhouse include Atomic Duck IPA, Honey Dip Stout, Cherry Berry Bang Bang, Double Dead Duck IPA, Test Site Saison, 5-Pepper Porter, and Chris Kael Impaled ale."

"Able Baker Brewing is at the south end of the Arts District and immediately gets you with those awesome brewery vibes. Bright lights, big ceilings, colorful chalkboard menus, lively music, shiny brewing equipment, and ducks."