A 92,000-square-foot working art center with more than 80 artists in about 50 studios, plus galleries and hot-shop demonstrations in glass, pottery, bronze and blacksmithing.
Hot Shops Art Center is a working arts community at 13th and Nicholas Streets, just north of downtown Omaha. Visit Nebraska describes it as a living museum, with more than 80 artists working in about 50 individual studios and two galleries across 92,000 square feet. Visitors can walk through and see art being made. The center takes its name from its four hot shops, where artists work with heat.
These cover glassblowing, pottery, bronze casting and blacksmithing. Watching a studio at work is a large part of the appeal, and visitors can see pieces take shape in different materials. Between the studios, galleries host exhibitions, and the center describes First Fire Gallery among its spaces. Many resident artists sell their work, so a visit can double as a chance to find a handmade gift.
The center calls itself an open and original visual arts community, and it runs classes, including glass classes. Events add to the calendar throughout the year. The center's website lists occasions such as Art Factory: After Dark, an evening with live music, food and drink, hands-on making and an auction of original works, along with an open house and Friday night events.
Check the site for dates and ticket details, since some events are ticketed. Hot Shops suits art lovers, couples, families with curious older kids and groups. It is a good indoor choice for a rainy day. Regular general admission is free according to Visit Nebraska, but the official site does not list a demonstration schedule, so call ahead if you want to catch a specific craft.
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Hours and prices come from Hot Shops Art Center’s official information and can change, so confirm on their website before you go. Back to all things to do
