News Summary
Las Vegas will celebrate the Basin and Range National Monument’s ten-year anniversary with a photography and video exhibition titled ‘At the Heart of Nevada: Basin and Range.’ Running from September 4 to November 19, 2025, at the Nevada Humanities Program Gallery, the exhibit features works from various artists. An opening reception is planned for October 8, 2025, with a curators’ talk. The event aims to highlight the unique traits of the national monument and promote stewardship through art while being free and open to the public.
Las Vegas Celebrates Basin and Range National Monument with Photography Exhibit
The city of Las Vegas will host a photography and video exhibition titled “At the Heart of Nevada: Basin and Range”, presented by Nevada Humanities, to commemorate the ten-year anniversary of the Basin and Range National Monument. The exhibition is set to run from September 4, 2025, to November 19, 2025, at the Nevada Humanities Program Gallery.
Opening Reception and Curators’ Talk
An opening reception is scheduled for October 8, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, including a curators’ talk that begins at 6:00 PM. The exhibition is curated by Paula Garrett, Julian Kilker, and Checko Salgado. Admission to the event, as well as to the exhibition itself, is free and open to the public.
Exhibition Highlights
The exhibition features works from several artists such as Fred Bell, Jim Boone, Glenn A. Davis, Steve Dudrow, Myron Hensel, Mike Hill, Rayette Martin, and Teresa Skye. The visual showcase aims to highlight the unique geologic, natural, cultural, and scientific resources of the Basin and Range National Monument, which is located several hours north of Las Vegas. This national monument was established by Presidential Proclamation on July 10, 2015.
Location and Gallery Information
The Nevada Humanities Program Gallery is located at 1017 S. First St., No. 190. The gallery is open Mondays through Fridays from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM and extends its hours until 10:00 PM on the First Friday of each month. Visitors are encouraged to confirm event listings with the venue, as some events in Las Vegas may be subject to cancellation.
Promoting Stewardship through Art
The executive director of Nevada Humanities expressed hope that the exhibition will encourage greater stewardship of Nevada’s natural spaces. In addition to the exhibition, the organization is planning an upcoming event titled “Arts Integration training”, aimed at equipping Title I school teachers with skills to incorporate arts across various core curriculum areas.
Support for Community Art Projects
The exhibition coincides with ongoing efforts by the Nevada Arts Council to foster community art projects through grants, promoting collaborations between urban and rural areas. This initiative reflects a broader commitment to enhancing local culture and community engagement through the arts.
Useful Visitor Information
For those exploring attractions on the Las Vegas Strip, the Vegas2Go app is available as a free resource to help visitors navigate their experiences. The Basin and Range exhibition presents a significant opportunity for both residents and tourists to engage with Nevada’s diverse artistic expressions while paying tribute to an important natural landmark.
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