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Dazzling diversity of plant life on display at “The Power of Plants”

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WILBUR D. MAY MUSEUM NEWS RELEASE – Explore the palette of plant life as seen through the eyes of artists. The Wilbur D. May Museum is proud to present a new summer art exhibit and sale from the Sierra Watercolor Society. The Power of Plants will be on display in the art gallery through the Great Reno Balloon Race. Browse dozens of beautiful watercolor paintings that highlight the dazzling diversity of flowers, trees, and more. Pieces will also be available for purchase.

The Power of Plants Art Show & Sale runs July 24 through September 8, at the Wilbur D. May Museum, Rancho San Rafael Regional Park 1595 N. Sierra Street, in Reno. Admission is free.

For more information call 775-785-5961, or visit www.maycenter.com

The public is also invited to a special opening reception with the artists on Saturday, August 3 from 12:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. The Sierra Watercolor Society is a non-profit organization made up of artists from Northern Nevada and Eastern California. The group sponsors the Art Angels Program, which brings instructors and art supplies into elementary school classes free of charge. More information visit www.sierrawatercolorsociety.com.

Located within Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, the Wilbur D. May Center is managed by the Washoe County Community Services Department and continues to receive generous support from the Wilbur May Foundation.

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