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


POSTPONED: Drawing from Life – Single Session

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

Session has been postponed due to forecasted weather. 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 […]

$15

Mixed Media Collage (Adult)

Studio 202 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! Wednesday, March 5th 1-4pm Level: Beginner Ages: Adult Location: Studio #202 (Second Floor) Instructor: Nicole Ousley Dittus Cost: $60 REGISTER HERE *No refunds. […]

$60

Sew Happy 102: Machine Sewing 102- Mini Tote Bags Workshop

Get sewing! Practice, or brush up, those machine sewing skills while making a lined mini tote or travel bag. Great for beginners who are just learning their machine; or those who have been away for a while! Thursday, March 6th 6:30-8:30pm Level: Beginner + Age: Adult Location: Studio #206 (second floor) Hot Shops Art Center […]

$60.00

Family Portraits

Hallway Gallery

Opening Reception: Friday, March 7, 5:30-8 p.m. Show Run: March 7 - March 29, 2025 In Family Portraits, artist Ang R. Bennett celebrates the beauty, love, and tenderness of Black family life. Inspired by childhood memories of kindergarten storytime and adult moments sharing bedtime stories with their godchild, Bennett’s work captures shared experiences—siblings in playful […]

Reflections and Refractions

Nicholas Street Gallery 1301 Nicholas Street, Omaha, NE, United States

A Juried Student Exhibition Featuring the Creighton University Kappa Pi Art Club Featured artwork: Memories of Maine by Mya Young Reflections & Refractions is a compelling exploration of perception and perspective, presented through the diverse talents of Creighton University's Kappa Pi Art Club. This juried student exhibition invites viewers into a dualistic journey of observation […]

Family Portraits – Opening Reception

Hallway Gallery

Opening Reception: Friday, March 7, 5:30-8 p.m. Show Run: March 7 - March 29, 2025 In Family Portraits, artist Ang R. Bennett celebrates the beauty, love, and tenderness of Black family life. Inspired by childhood memories of kindergarten storytime and adult moments sharing bedtime stories with their godchild, Bennett’s work captures shared experiences—siblings in playful […]

Art Fluid Open Studio Night

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

This happy hour, open studio night focuses on what is most unique about the Hot Shops - experiencing the creative process. Featured Family Portraits by Ang Bennett and Reflections and Refractions by Creighton University Kappa Pi Art Club Cash bar with Kros Strain. Snacks available. Art Fluid is free to attend. Parking Map  

Sew Happy 103: Fashion Sewing Bootcamp – Dirndl Skirts

Hot Shops Studio 206 1301 Nicholas St., Omaha, NE, United States

Practice pattern cutting and sharpen your machine sewing skills all while learning how to cut patterns, attach a waistband, add elastic, and mark hems. End result is a super cute skirt for you to take home! Saturday, March 8th 10am- 2:00pm Level: Beginner + (Basic sewing machine knowledge required) Age: Adult Materials To Bring: -Sewing […]

$110.00

SOLD OUT: Stained Glass Workshop

In this beginner stained glass workshop, you'll create a beautiful honeycomb sun catcher while learning the essential techniques of cutting glass, applying copper foil, and soldering. No experience required—just bring your creativity and leave with a stunning, handcrafted piece! No experience necessary All materials provided. Saturday, March 8th 1-3pm Level: Beginner Age: 16 + Location: […]

$75.00

Junk Journal Workshop

Studio 202 1301 Nicholas St., Omaha, NE, United States

Together we will create a book by binding a cover to pages, and decorating the cover of your Junk Journal. Use junk mail, recycled papers, tea/coffee stained modern papers, ephemera, painted, collected papers and envelopes to create a journal to use for writing, drawing, or as a memory book, etc. Bring mementos of your own […]

$75.00

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