A regional nonprofit organization based in Elko, Nevada, the Western Folklife Center works to expand our understanding of ourselves and our neighbors by celebrating the everyday traditions of people who live and work in the American West.
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The Folklife Center strives to create deep and lasting experiences, to challenge the intellect and engage the emotions, to encourage a sense of belonging for those at home in the West, physically or spiritually, and to ensure that rural communities throughout the region realize and appreciate their own cultural bounty.
The Center also contains numerous museum quality exhibits on western art, western life and hand crafts. Exhibits change often, so contact Center for current exhibits.
Multiple times during the year, the Center hosts special events such as Poetry readings, concerts and readings.
Regularly scheduled dance, poetry and other events. Check website for schedules.
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Courtesy S. Ward – Paranghat Wildlife Refuge