Best Arts and Culture Places in North Las Vegas

"One of the more interesting places to view Las Vegas art is the Marjorie Barrick Museum. Located on the campus of UNLV, the Marjorie Barrick Museum is situated within a renovated historic gymnasium that features contemporary artworks as well as Pre-Columbian and Mesoamerican art. The six exhibit galleries include 50 pieces of international contemporary artwork from the Vogel collection which was bequeathed to the museum in 2010."

"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."

"Chris Burden's Urban Light installation at the Contemporary Arts Center, 2008. Photograph: Museum Associates/LACMA. Not-for-profit arts groups in Las Vegas have battled hard for attention in a community built around a 24-hour gaming industry and its flashy entertainment scene, but if you look hard enough you'll find success stories such as the 21-year-old Contemporary Arts Center and its avant-garde exhibits."

"If you’re traveling to the Arts District by way of Charleston Boulevard, you won’t miss The Arts Factory, which is colorfully adorned with a magenta, teal, orange, and green striped mural that says “Love Las Vegas.” Step inside and you’ll discover over 20 art galleries and studios showcasing visual art from local Las Vegas artists. This is a must-visit during the First Friday art block party!"

"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."

"The ongoing renovation and repurposing of three vintage buildings in the Las Vegas Arts District are transforming 30,000sqft of space into vibrant homes for work, relaxation and artistic expression. Inside and out, you’ll find galleries and art gardens exhibited beside shops, eateries and performance spaces. Come down for a drink on Preview Fridays to catch a gander at what pieces may be marked for sale on the First Friday event nights."

"It's unlikely you'll stumble across this white-walled gallery near the valet at CityCenter's Mandarin Oriental, but it's certainly worth seeking out. Depending on where you're coming from, you'll pass chunks of CityCenter's $40m art collection, including works by Maya Lin (a suspended rendition of the Colorado River made from reclaimed silver) and Frank Stella (a 32ft work on canvas from his protractor series) in registration lobbies. Look out for Nancy Rubins's Big Edge, a large boat bouquet made of more than 200 tethered canoes and aluminium boats, which serves as the centrepiece for the $9bn campus of hotels."

"If you’re in downtown Las Vegas, be sure to seek out the Historic Fifth Street School. Formerly called Las Vegas Grammar School, the building is a popular locale for weddings and events and remains a beloved site to locals. The Spanish Revival-style structure is also home to the Downtown Design Center for the School of Architecture, and the UNLV fine arts program."

"This intimate Southern Highlands coffee shop has great food and drinks, and they are also pet-friendly. The staff and owners of Perk Up are very involved in the community and can be seen supporting a lot of local events. If you visit, we recommend the Cafe Colada."

"Charleston Blvd., Suite 110, it is the highest-rated low-priced bakery in Las Vegas, boasting four stars out of 773 reviews on Yelp. Founded in Tahiti in 2004, the bakery later moved to Las Vegas in 2010. Its specialties include breads, pastries and macarons."

"Pain au chocolat, croissants, chausson aux pommes and more from Jean-Paul and Rachel Layden make the cut at this French bakery."

"There is something incredibly fascinating about these macabre exhibits. What is on display is the preserved remain of actual people partially dissected to reveal the inner working of the Human body. To stand face to face with a once-living breathing human being is quite disturbing but ultimately the Exhibit is seriously fascinating."

"For a truly unique look into the complexities of the human body, stop by the BODIES exhibit. Thirteen preserved human bodies have been carefully shaped to display every facet of the human body, including circulatory and nervous systems. It’s geared towards people without scientific backgrounds without being too scientific."

"The Luxor’s illuminating exhibit has been experienced by more than 15 million people. Bodies: The Exhibition showcases 13 real human bodies that have been carefully preserved so you can peek under your skin for a rare three-dimensional view of the human body. Learn more about Bodies: The Exhibition."

"Found in Luxor Hotel the Bodies Exhibition is a scientific look at the human body. This exhibition uses real human cadavers in the displays and is recommended for older children or teenagers but is one of the most comprehensive displays of how our bodies work currently available to the public. Madame Tussauds Vegas"

"Bodies…The Exhibition has had more than 15 million visitors worldwide. It provides an intimate and informative view of the human body. The exhibition features 13 real full-bodies and more than 260 organs and partial body specimens, giving a rare 3-dimensional view of the human body."

"MOzen Bistro is a restaurant located inside the Mandarin Oriental Hotel specializing in Asian cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day plus a special Sunday brunch, the bistro’s crisp and modern interior provides ample space for diners. The brunch buffet features many stations with selections of sushi, seafood, salads, cheese, and meats."

"MOzen is an all-day bistro located at the Mandarin Oriental and is a top choice for Las Vegas sushi. They offer a delightful sushi bar with such treats as the tempura shrimp spicy tuna roll. We also recommend the eel banana roll with deep fried shallots and cream cheese, and the Mandarin octopus roll with scallions and olive aioli."

"The Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas is one of the nicest hotels in the city. Inside the hotel is one of the spots for some of the best lunch in Vegas; Zen Kitchen. This restaurant is a g..."