Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark Photography Contest

Voting is now open for the People’s Choice Award!

Vote for your favorite Dark Skies image. Voting closes on July 15th at 11:59pm.

Photographers at every level were invited to submit up to three photos showcasing the dark skies—and the impact of artificial light—in Nevada County. See the results!


Welcome to Nevada County Arts Council

We are the hub for information on the arts in Nevada County, and the go-to place for ways to get involved.

By resolution of Nevada County Board of supervisors, Nevada County Arts Council is State-Local Partner with California Arts Council, and part of a coalition of County Arts Agencies serving diverse populations in every county across California. A 501c3 not-for-profit organization, Nevada County Arts Council facilitates collaborative efforts that promote and sustain the visual, literary and performing arts of Nevada County to advance the cultural, social and economic life of all community members.

Nevada County is a preeminent West Coast cultural destination. It is rich in arts and it is unspoiled. Did you know that three Nevada County townships are among a small pilot cohort representing just fourteen State-designated California Cultural Districts?

Learn about our Board of Directors, our key people, our work with equity, diversity and inclusion, and our most recent annual report.

Midpoint impact report

from the Upstate California Creative Corps. Read it here.

Donate to Nevada County Arts Council