Prairie Arts Center
Home of the Historic Federal Building in North Platte, Nebraska.
Connecting our Community
Through Arts
The Prairie Arts Center is a nonprofit rooted in the rich history of the downtown Canteen District in North Platte. Housed in a beautifully restored historic building, it reflects the area’s cultural heritage while continuing to evolve as a creative hub.
Today, PAC provides opportunities for artistic expression through exhibits, classes, concerts, and community events. Discover how it all began and learn more about its story.
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HISTORY
ABOUT THE PRAIRIE ARTS CENTER
The Prairie Arts Center is housed in a historic 1913 federal building that once served as a post office before being reimagined as a space for the arts. In 2008, the building was acquired and began an ongoing restoration through community support and volunteer efforts, transforming it into a vibrant creative hub that continues to preserve its rich architectural and cultural legacy.
Heartland Quilters Guild
Be sure to explore the quilted creations by the Heartland Quilters' Guild in the Textile Room at the Prairie Arts Center. Each month features a new themed collection, showcasing a variety of colors, techniques, and sizes. From intricate patterns to bold designs, every piece offers a unique glimpse into the creativity and craftsmanship of the artists. A delightful display that’s always worth a visit!
NEBRASKAland Days Competitive Art Show
Step into the heart of NEBRASKALand Days at the Prairie Arts Center's Main Gallery in June. Each year, the Competitive Art Show is a vibrant showcase of artistic talent showcasing a diverse array of works, from captivating landscapes that reflect the state's natural beauty to stunning wildlife pieces and creative interpretations of our Western heritage.
Don't miss this opportunity to discover the hidden gems within Nebraska's art scene and celebrate the artistic spirit of NEBRASKALand Days.
Congratulations to the2026 NEBRASKALand Days Competitive Art Show Winners.
People's Choice - "The Pursuit" Denay Pelster
Best of Show - "Ghost in the Winter" David Dorsey
3D Art
3rd Place - "First Pick" Linda Egle
2nd Place - "Lewis and Clark" Wava Best
1st Place - "Cow Camp" Linda Eglert
Photography Landscape
3rd Place - "Sunset on the Prairie" Ricki Reason
2nd Place - “The Grand Descent" Deb Hostick
1st Place—”My Blue Heaven" Terry Kingston
Photography Wildlife
3rd Place - ”Fishing in the Fog" Deb Hostick
2nd Place - ”Swan-erbration" Deb Hostick
1st Place - ”Catch of the Day" Boni Edwards
Photography Western
3rd Place - “Retired” Bridget Licking
2nd Place - ”Holding the Edge" Brandy Jamerman
1st Place - “ Brace" Bobby Roshone
2-D Landscape
3rd Place - ”Nowhereland" Jeffrey Yentes
2nd Place - “Fall on River" Cindy Brader
1st Place - ”Blue and Gold" Yelena Khanevskaya
2-D Wildlife
3rd Place - ”Godlen Hour Grazing" Cecelia Wonch
2nd Place - ”Prairie Queen" Monica Eby
1st Place - “Tiny at Kit Carson" Victoria Harper
2-D Western
3rd Place - “Untitled" Jeff Smeltzer
2nd Place - “Jingle Dress" Yelena Khanevskaya
1st Place - ”Crossing the Cheyenne" David Dorsey
Honorable Mentions
1. “The Pursuit"—Denay Pelster
2. “Night Sovereign"—Tim O’Neill
3. “Sandhills Summer Breeze"—Linda Lacy
4. “Dashing Cottonwood"—Julie Brandes
5. “Where the Hills Whisper"—Audrey Powles
6. "Good Loop"—Laura Deaver
7. “Standing Guard"—Katie Berglund
8. “Approaching Storm"—Robert Quimby
9. “Assured"—Darcia Kovarik
10. “Owl Family'—Heather Horn
11. “Spirit of the Plains"—Todd Eby
12. “Nebraska Rooster Pheasant'—Nick Cooper
13. “Who me?" - Lora Wood
14. “ Spirit of the Stallion"—Ashley Murphy
15. “Prairie"—Dede Hill
16. “American Plainsman"—Victoria Harper
17. “Always Singing Your Praise"—Ron Nordyke
In the Galleries
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