Hours: Weekdays 10-6. Weekends 11-5.


Glassblowing Experiences and Workshops

Crystal Forge 1301 Nicholas St., Omaha, NE, United States

Schedule a Glassblowing Experience, or a Workshop for Two and get a feel for the heat by getting close to the action! Glassblowing Experience One of our instructors will assist you in making your very own unique piece of art. Select from a variety of options, such as paperweights, ornaments, flowers and more. You will […]

Glassblown Pumpkin Experience

Celebrate Fall at the Hot Shops and create your own glass pumpkin! One of our instructors will assist you in making your very own glass pumpkin. You will get to pick out the colors, help design and shape molten glass into a unique fall-themed art piece. $85/person. Minimum age is 12. Please wear 100% cotton […]

A Celebration of Fall

Nicholas Street and Hallway Galleries 1301 Nicholas Street, NE, United States

This art exhibit featuring the work of over 40 Hot Shops Resident Artists is a vibrant showcase of creativity, capturing the essence of the autumn season and its holidays. Featuring a mix of painting, sculpture, and mixed-media works, the exhibit reflects the nostalgic moments that define fall. Opening reception, Sunday, Oct. 6, 1-4 p.m. Food […]

SOLD OUT: Pottery: Beginning Throwing

Hot Shops Pottery Studio 111 1301 Nicholas St., Omaha, NE, United States

4-Week Beginning Throwing with Rob Johnson. Saturdays, starting Oct. 5, 12:30-3 All firings, glazes, and 25lbs of clay are included. A beginning set of throwing tools are provided for the duration of the class.  You will need to bring an apron and old towel to use during class. In addition to class time, participants can […]

$200

Drawing from Life – Single Session

Hot Shops Event Space 101 1301 Nicholas St., Omaha, NE, United States

This supportive life drawing group will help you improve your drawing skills, meet fellow artists and have fun! This is not an instructed class. Life drawing sessions are hosted by TG Ndoda and held on Tuesdays. Model starts with five, 2 min. warm-up poses, followed by one 10 min. pose and two 25 min. poses. […]

$15

Mixed Media Watercolor – Single Session

Studio 116 1301 Nicholas St., Omaha, NE, United States

Come learn watercolor techniques and add collage papers, tissue, maps, etc to your artwork. Have a main subject in mind and rummage through my box of collage items to create your masterpiece! Every Wednesday, 11-2pm. come the whole time or drop in when you can. Sign up for as many sessions as you want to. […]

$60

Watercolor – Single Session

Studio 116 1301 Nicholas St., Omaha, NE, United States

Come learn watercolor techniques as you paint an object/subject of your choice. Bring an artwork to finish, or start a fresh masterpiece!All supplies are provided for you to use during the class. Every Wednesday, 3-6; come the whole time or drop in when you can. Sign up for as many sessions as you want to. […]

$50

Hot Shops Fall Fundraiser

Hot Shops Art Center 1301 Nicholas St., Omaha, NE, United States

Join us for a spectacular evening as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of Hot Shops—an incredible milestone in our journey to ignite creativity and ensure the artistic spirit of Omaha never dims! We are bringing together the Omaha community with many of the region’s most celebrated artists for an evening where dreams are forged and […]

Lampworking: Basic Beadmaking

Crystal Forge 1301 Nicholas St., Omaha, NE, United States

Start with beads as your introduction to the world of melting glass. Learn how to safely operate a torch, melt glass and create several beads. Plus simple decorating techniques. All materials and equipment are included. Your beads will be kiln annealed and available to pick up the next day at Crystal Forge. Instructor: Lori Skupa of […]

$85

Lazy Sunday Art Club – Single Session

Hot Shops Event Space 101 1301 Nicholas St., Omaha, NE, United States

Lazy Sunday Art Club is a new relaxing, creative development time for artists of all levels to improve skills. These sessions are not instructed, but are structured with a live model, on occasion with nude and partial nude poses, as well as character elements to add a new dimension to creative exploration. It’s a perfect […]

$20

Check the details of each Gallery Exhibition listing for any opening/closing receptions or special event details.


Interested in renting our galleries for an exhibit?

The Nicholas Street Gallery rents for $600/month. The Hallway Gallery rents for $300/month.
The Event Space can be used for pop up shows. Contact the office for more details at info@hotshopsartcenter.org