Nevada City, CA – Nevada County Arts Council is thrilled to release its 2025 issue of MUSE – A Guide to Local Art and Culture. This annual in-print and online magazine publication serves as Nevada County’s premier resource for the region’s vibrant creative community.
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Featuring over 100 pages of in-depth articles, stunning visuals, an arts and events calendar, and directories of local businesses and artists, MUSE is your go-to guide. The publication showcases the richness of our two state-designated cultural districts—Grass Valley-Nevada City and Truckee Cultural District—highlighting the artists, venues, and creative endeavors that make our region exceptional.
Join Us for the MUSE 2025 Release Party!
Join the celebration on Thursday, March 13 at The Center for the Arts in Grass Valley. Pick up your free copy of MUSE, meet contributing writers and featured artists, and connect with fellow creatives from across Nevada County.
“MUSE is both a love letter to our creative community and a guide for visitors to experience the best of Nevada County’s arts and culture,” says Heather Heckler, Program Manager for the Grass Valley-Nevada City Cultural District. “The magazine’s name is a call to action—to be inspired, to explore, and to celebrate the incredible talent in our community.”
What’s inside MUSE 2025?
This year’s edition is packed with inspiring content, including:
- Feature Story: The Sisters Who Married Stars – A Washoe Tale by Sadie Jo Smokey-Crews
- Exclusive Articles: A behind-the-scenes look at Nevada County’s unique arts venues, the Dark Skies initiative in Truckee, and the impact of public-private partnerships in the arts
- Community Voices: Contributions from local youth and long-time residents sharing Nevada County’s rich creative history
- Artist & Business Directories: Your ultimate resource for connecting with local talent and arts-related businesses
- A Nevada County Mural Tour: Explore Nevada County’s street art scene like never before
Be Part of MUSE 2026!
It’s not too early to plan ahead. Our release party is also your first chance to secure ad space or a free listing in the 2026 edition. If you’re an artist, business, or organization looking to be featured in next year’s publication, be sure to connect with us at our launch event.
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Additionally, we’ve launched a dedicated MUSE webpage, where you can explore the 2025 edition, submit article ideas, and share local stories that deserve to be told. MUSE is a platform for our community’s many voices, and we want to hear from you!
Thank You to Our Partners
MUSE is made possible in part to the support of the California Arts Council, through which Grass Valley-Nevada City and Truckee Cultural Districts partner with the Cities of Grass Valley and Nevada City, their Chambers of Commerce, the Grass Valley Downtown Association, the Town of Truckee, Truckee Downtown Merchants Association, and Truckee Arts Alliance. We are deeply grateful to these organizations and to the writers, photographers, artists, and editors who helped bring this year’s MUSE to life.
MUSE can be found throughout downtown Nevada City, Grass Valley, Truckee and at each branch of the Nevada County Library. Join us in celebrating the creativity, stories, and artistic spirit of Nevada County. We can’t wait to see you at the MUSE 2025 Release Party!
- What: MUSE 2025 Release Party
- When: Thursday, March 13, 5:30 – 7:00 PM
- Where: The Center for the Arts, 314 W Main Street, Grass Valley
- Who: Hosted by Nevada County Arts Council
- Admission: Free