A Thriving Hub of Art & Culture Rooted in Nature and History
Say Hello to the Truckee Cultural District.
Nestled in the heart of the Sierra Nevada, the Truckee Cultural District celebrates our vibrant arts, historic downtown, cultural heritage, and creative community. Designated as one of California’s premier state cultural districts, we’re a hub for artistic expression, innovation, and connection. We invite you to explore, create, and immerse yourself in the rich cultural landscape of Truckee.
What is the Truckee Cultural District?
The Truckee Cultural District is where creativity meets community. We are dedicated to nurturing and showcasing the unique blend of art, history, and activities that make Truckee a beloved destination for locals and visitors alike.
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Our district reflects Truckee's artistic soul and historic charm, providing a platform for creative growth, cultural preservation, and collaboration across all art forms.
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Meet the passionate individuals who work behind the scenes to foster Truckee’s creative spirit.
Programs Manager - Kellie Cutler
Executive Director, Nevada County Arts Council - Eliza Tudor
The Nevada County Arts Council Team supporting Truckee Cultural District
Communications + Marketing - Molly Dawoud, Ardea Creative
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We’re proud to collaborate with local organizations, businesses, and creatives that help make the Truckee Cultural District a thriving cultural epicenter. Our partners include:
Truckee Tahoe Arts Alliance
Happening Now
Stay up to date with the latest events, initiatives, and news from the Truckee Cultural District.
Truckee Turntable News
Catch up on local stories, artist spotlights, and district updates in our monthly newsletter.
Events Calendar
Find cultural happenings around Truckee and Nevada County, from gallery openings to workshops and performances.
Creative MeetUps
Connect, collaborate, and share ideas with Truckee’s vibrant creative community at our monthly gatherings hosted in partnership with the Truckee Tahoe Arts Alliance. Meetups happening January-May, then we take a pause to host and showcase local artists in our community booth space at the summer Truckee Thursdays street fair. Meetups resume for September-November. In December we encourage the community to catch a local performance, visit a gallery or participate in cultural activities throughout Truckee to support Keeping it Local for the holiday season.
Art at the Airport
Experience art in motion! These quarterly rotating exhibits at the Tahoe Truckee Airport showcase the work of local artists with gallery representation in Truckee, plus our annual s.t.e.A.m exhibit displaying the creative work of local students related to science, technology, engineering, ART and math.
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Truckee Dark Skies Awareness 2025
Continuing the mission to protect and celebrate the stunning natural beauty of Truckee's night skies. As part of the Truckee Cultural District's ongoing efforts, this initiative focuses on minimizing light pollution, promoting stargazing, and encouraging art inspired by the night. Over the next year, we’ll be working alongside local creatives, photographers, and stargazing enthusiasts and local businesses to deepen our community's connection to the night sky. Let’s keep looking up and preserving our skies!
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