Parks and Open Space

Events and Exhibits

 


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Sierra Watercolor Society presents "Color Fusion"

November 20th - December 29th

Cost: Free

A brand new art show and sale just in time for the holiday season! Come check out this FREE art show featuring local talent. There's something for everyone here between all five categories: Landscape and Architectural, Figures and Portraits, Abstracts, Fur Fins and Feathers, and Floral and Still Life.

All pieces are for sale and make the perfect Christmas gift, and guests are encouraged to vote on their favorite. This show is open in the museum art gallery during open business hours.


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Toy and Food Drive

November 20th - December 14th

Consider helping someone a little less fortunate this season. The May Museum will be hosting a crate for Reno Toys for Tots and a barrel for the Food Bank of Northern Nevada this holiday season if you're looking for a drop-off point. The best part for you? Show our staff and get 10% off in our gift shop! 10% off, no tax, and you can feel good doing your holiday shopping!


 

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The Lost World of Dragons Exhibit

January 11th - April 27th

The Lost World of Dragons explores the histories of these legendary beasts and the cultures that celebrate them. This unique exhibition features nine life-size animatronic dragons with realistic movements and sound, as well as interactive displays that take guests through the stories of dragons such as the:

DRAGON RIDER VR EXPERIENCE

ALCHEMY LAB AND HATCHERY

SHADOW PUPPET THEATRE

DRAGON STOP MOTION STATION

 

This exhibit is perfect for field trips and will be running during open business hours!

Prices

Adults: $13

Kids and Seniors (62+): $11

Group Rate (15+ people): $7

Kids Under 3: FREE


Have an upcoming event?

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When we don't have a large exhibit, we rent our event space out to YOU. Whether it is a wedding, a birthday, a graduation, or a special event, we're confident our space will be perfect for your vision.

For more information, please reference our rentals page!


 

Looking to book a field trip? Give us a call at 775-785-5961

Looking to book a special event? Contact our program coordinator at: wjahn@washoecounty.gov

 

 


 

Located within Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, the Wilbur D. May Center is managed by the Washoe County Community Services Department and continues to receive generous support from the Wilbur D. May Foundation


 

1595 N. Sierra Street
Inside Rancho San Rafael Regional Park
Reno, Nevada 89503
(775) 785-5961

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