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Only minutes from the bright and glittering city of Las Vegas, Henderson is one of the nations top resort destinations for business and pleasure, often called a Diamond in the Desert. If you’re looking for Las Vegas cultural arts, you’re not that far away from the best Nevada has to offer.

The annual ArtFest of Henderson is the largest art festival in the Southern part of Nevada, and has been a tradition on Mother’s Day weekend for over 10 years. Over 200 artists from across the United States display, and sell some of the most stunning artwork you can imagine, from pottery, jewelry, photography, and more. The festival has many activities including live jazz and other entertainment, a new food and beverage court and an expanded Kids’ art gallery.

Culturally speaking some of the visual arts in Henderson are galleries, exhibitions, and public art. Throughout Henderson you can find evidence of Public Art, such as sculptural and mural works and the Gallery at Liberty Pointe has rotating exhibits featuring local Henderson artists.

Nevada Performing Arts are Thursday Night Live, and Fall Season 2008. Every Thursday evening the City of Henderson Cultural Arts and Tourism Department hosts free performances at 8:00pm. You can find these free performances at the Henderson Convention Center in downtown Henderson.

Thursday Night Live is a cultural arts series that showcases local and emerging talent in a setting that is great for people of all ages. Named by Prevention magazine Henderson is the sixth best walking city in America ahead of San Diego, and Seattle. All in all Henderson has more than 37 miles of trails.

Some of the biggest points of interest in Henderson that are cultural and art related are places such as the Art Emporium, Clark County Museum, several galleries like the Galleria at Sunset, and the Black Mountain Recreation Center.

Home to the hub of Melbourne’s art and cultural precinct, the Victorian Arts Center is a popular spot for much of the performing arts in the city. This unique center consists of several concert venues and theatre halls that always has something exciting going on. The place is situated along the Yarra River in the Southgate area of Melbourne and also remains a landmark due to its breathtaking spire. The spire stands at a grand height of 162 meters and is an awesome sight to behold especially in the night when it is lit up.

A visit to the Victorian Art Center is a must if you are visiting the city. There are several buildings that form the Center. One of the main buildings is the popular Hamer Hall that will entrance you with its painted colour scheme that depicts gems and minerals of Australian origin. Don’t forget to look up whilst your walking through the lower sections of the hall to see a kaleidoscope of colourful hues as you gaze upon Sidney Nolan’s Paradise Garden images. In this hall, popular events like comedy shows, orchestral performances and concerts are held. The Black Box theatre is also found in the Hamer Hall where cabaret and other modern music performances, stand up comedians and interactive artwork amid other programs are held. Within the Hall, you can additionally check out the Alfred Brash SoundHouse or grab a bite at the EQ Cafébar.

There are 3 theatres found under the spire, of which the State Theatre is known to be one of the few theatres in the world that has such a large stage for performances. Events like dramas and ballets are held in this particular theatre. The other 2 theatres are also places where drama and dance events are usually performed.  Read more...