Pearson Lakes Art Center

Pearson Lakes Art Center We are a non-profit Art Center with 5 galleries, a children's Interactive Gallery, an art education d There truly is something for everyone at the PLAC!

The Pearson Lakes Art Center brings world class art, performances, educational programming, and more to the Iowa Great Lakes Region. Whether you're a weekend visitor to the lakes area or a long time resident, discover how you can experience all that your art center has to offer. Find the artist, performer, or educational offering just for you! The variety of opportunities at the PLAC guarantees a

place for you to enjoy, grow, learn, and create. The Pearson Lakes Art Center houses six galleries, a performing arts theatre, an interactive gallery, classrooms, pottery room, library, events hall, and gift shop. And, visiting the PLAC is FREE every day! We welcome you! Enjoy a live performance. Explore world class art. Take a class and create! It's all here and waiting just for you! See you at the PLAC!

The Texas Tenors are coming the the Pearson Lakes Art Center on July 15 & 16, 2025!!Member's only pre-sales runs March 1...
03/07/2025

The Texas Tenors are coming the the Pearson Lakes Art Center on July 15 & 16, 2025!!

Member's only pre-sales runs March 11-17.
For tickets call 712-332-7029 and have your credit card information ready.

Not a member yet? Join today to enjoy exclusive benefits all year long! https://easy-ware-forms.com/lakesart/membership

The Texas Tenors are the most successful music group and third highest selling artist in the history of America's Got Talent! Since appearing on the series in 2009, JC, Marcus and John have performed over 2000 concerts, recorded 5 studio albums, produced 2 PBS Specials, and have written two hit children's books.

Vacation Okoboji The Chamber of the Iowa Great Lakes

Beautiful Brunches with Sarah Page of So Good by Sarah-Custom Catering March 20 and April 23 at 11:00amQuiches, casserol...
03/06/2025

Beautiful Brunches with Sarah Page of So Good by Sarah-Custom Catering
March 20 and April 23 at 11:00am

Quiches, casseroles, chicken salad croissants, and fruit! Sarah has planned the perfect brunch to welcome warmer weather! Class has a light hands-on activity to assist the chef, and then relax and enjoy a delectable meal. A glass of wine included.

Each brunch will offer a unique menu.
Must register 5 days prior.

Visit https://plac.easy-ware-ticketing.com/events or call 712-332-7013 to register today!

03/05/2025

PLAC will be closed today

After School Teen Art will be held March 12, 19, & 26

We have been busy putting over 300 pieces of artwork up in our galleries!!Join us this Thursday, March 6th, from 5-8pm f...
03/04/2025

We have been busy putting over 300 pieces of artwork up in our galleries!!

Join us this Thursday, March 6th, from 5-8pm for the opening of the Dickinson County All School Show!

Students from K-12th grade, from all schools located in Dickinson County, are invited to display their best works at this annual show. On view March 6 - April 12.

Schools represented include: Harris-Lake Park CSD , Okoboji Community School District , Spirit Lake Community School District ,and Graettinger-Terril Community School District.

This is exhibit is made possible by:
Pat & Gary Ray | Dickinson County Endowment Fund - DCEF

With additional Support from: United Community Bank , The Three Sons , MHR Insurance , Scott Trautman - State Farm Agent & Winther, Stave & Co., LLP

The Chamber of the Iowa Great Lakes Vacation Okoboji

Frontiers: The World's Number One Tribute To Journey will take the stage at the Pearson Lakes Art Center on July 8th, 2...
03/04/2025

Frontiers: The World's Number One Tribute To Journey will take the stage at the Pearson Lakes Art Center on July 8th, 2025

Member's only pre-sales runs TODAY- MARCH 10.
For tickets call 712-332-7029 and have your credit card information ready.

Not a member yet? Join today to enjoy exclusive benefits all year long! https://easy-ware-forms.com/lakesart/membership

These five talented, skilled, renowned NYC area musicians recreate the music of Journey to perfection, note for note - every nuance, every iconic riff, all the feels.

CALL FOR ARTISTS!Join us Saturday, August 2nd, 2025 from 9am-3pm at the Arnolds Park Preservation Plaza. Show, promote, ...
03/03/2025

CALL FOR ARTISTS!
Join us Saturday, August 2nd, 2025 from 9am-3pm at the Arnolds Park Preservation Plaza. Show, promote, and sell your original handmade fine arts and crafts at the Great Lakes Region’s signature art festival.

For details and application visit:
https://easy-ware-forms.com/lakesart/artinthepark

Thank you to our sponsors: Northwest Wealth Management & REMAX Lakes Realty

The Chamber of the Iowa Great Lakes Vacation Okoboji

Join us for wine class on Thursday, March 6th at 6pm to learn about wine in a fun, relaxed environment. This month's top...
02/28/2025

Join us for wine class on Thursday, March 6th at 6pm to learn about wine in a fun, relaxed environment. This month's topic is New World vs. Old World Blind Tasting.

Grab some friends and register today!
call 712-332-7013 or visit https://plac.easy-ware-ticketing.com/events

The Chamber of the Iowa Great Lakes Vacation Okoboji

Frontiers: The World's Number One Tribute To Journey will take the stage at the Pearson Lakes Art Center on July 8th, 2...
02/28/2025

Frontiers: The World's Number One Tribute To Journey will take the stage at the Pearson Lakes Art Center on July 8th, 2025

Member's only pre-sales run 3/4-3/10.
For tickets call 712-332-7029 and have your credit card information ready.

Not a member yet? Join today to enjoy exclusive benefits all year long! https://easy-ware-forms.com/lakesart/membership

These five talented, skilled, renowned NYC area musicians recreate the music of Journey to perfection, note for note - every nuance, every iconic riff, all the feels.

Plate to Palette | Cooking & Art for Kids Mar. 27, 4-6 pm | Arizona Fry BreadJoin Cathie Critchitt owner of Lagniappe Te...
02/27/2025

Plate to Palette | Cooking & Art for Kids
Mar. 27, 4-6 pm | Arizona Fry Bread

Join Cathie Critchitt owner of Lagniappe Tea Room and Travel Down Historic Route 66: learn about and prepare the “mom & pop” cuisine this infamous roadway inspired, as well as create art uniquely representing each state along the way.

Must register by 3/25. Call 712-332-7013 or visit https://www.lakesart.org/culinary/plate-palette-mar-27-arizona-fry-bread

Join us next Thursday, March 6th, from 5-8pm for the opening of the Dickinson County All School Show!Students from K-12t...
02/27/2025

Join us next Thursday, March 6th, from 5-8pm for the opening of the Dickinson County All School Show!

Students from K-12th grade, from all schools located in Dickinson County, are invited to display their best works at this annual show. On view March 6 - April 12.

Schools represented include: Harris-Lake Park CSD , Okoboji Community School District , Spirit Lake Community School District ,and Graettinger-Terril Community School District.

This is exhibit is made possible by:
Pat & Gary Ray | Dickinson County Endowment Fund - DCEF

With additional Support from: United Community Bank , The Three Sons , MHR Insurance , Scott Trautman - State Farm Agent & Winther, Stave & Co., LLP

The Chamber of the Iowa Great Lakes Vacation Okoboji

Instructor Holly Zinn Hample will teach you how to make a meaningful piece of ceramic artwork decorated with elements of...
02/26/2025

Instructor Holly Zinn Hample will teach you how to make a meaningful piece of ceramic artwork decorated with elements of your home or a place you feel at home. A great project for individuals or families to create together.

Projects will be approximately 10” in diameter.

Must register by 4/5.
Call 712-332-7013 or visit https://www.lakesart.org/arts-education/satartday-class-home-clay-bowls to register for a time slot.

Commotion - A Tribute to the Music of Creedence Clearwater Revivalreturns to the Pearson Lakes Art Center on July 1, 202...
02/25/2025

Commotion - A Tribute to the Music of Creedence Clearwater Revival
returns to the Pearson Lakes Art Center on July 1, 2025!

Member's only pre-sales runs TODAY - MARCH 3RD.
For tickets call 712-332-7029 and have your credit card information ready.

Not a member yet? Join today to enjoy exclusive benefits all year long! https://easy-ware-forms.com/lakesart/membership

Commotion pride themselves on their unparalleled attention to detail and commitment to faithfully reproducing the iconic CCR sound. From the soulful voice of Steve McLain to the mesmerizing guitar solos of Jimmy Ryan, the band brings every riff, melody, and rhythm to life with astonishing precision. Jimmy is a platinum-selling musician with a Hall of Fame Lifetime Achievement Award.

CALL FOR ARTISTS! The Pearson Lakes Art Center is pleased to announce a call for artists for our annual Celebrate the Ar...
02/23/2025

CALL FOR ARTISTS!

The Pearson Lakes Art Center is pleased to announce a call for artists for our annual Celebrate the Arts Exhibit that runs April 24- June 6th. We invite you to submit your work!

📅 Entry Deadline: March 20th
Artists will be notified of selected works by April 1.
Deliver works to the PLAC by April 19 for exhibition install.

Submit up to three works for consideration by completing and submitting this form: https://forms.gle/JhkYhgYGBFu5NSY17

We've had an incredible week at , filled with creativity in our cooking and art classes! What will you explore next?Dow...
02/22/2025

We've had an incredible week at , filled with creativity in our cooking and art classes! What will you explore next?

Download our Winter/Spring Brochure to discover upcoming classes and events!

lakesart.org/sites/default/files/PLAC_Winter_Spring_Brochure_2025_Digital.pdf

Commotion - A Tribute to the Music of Creedence Clearwater Revivalreturns to the Pearson Lakes Art Center on July 1, 202...
02/21/2025

Commotion - A Tribute to the Music of Creedence Clearwater Revival
returns to the Pearson Lakes Art Center on July 1, 2025!

Member's only pre-sales runs 2/25-3/3
For tickets call 712-332-7029 and have your credit card information ready.

Not a member yet? Join today to enjoy exclusive benefits all year long! https://easy-ware-forms.com/lakesart/membership

Commotion pride themselves on their unparalleled attention to detail and commitment to faithfully reproducing the iconic CCR sound. From the soulful voice of Steve McLain to the mesmerizing guitar solos of Jimmy Ryan, the band brings every riff, melody, and rhythm to life with astonishing precision. Jimmy is a platinum-selling musician with a Hall of Fame Lifetime Achievement Award.

Join us for wine class on Thursday, March 6th at 6pm to learn about wine in a fun, relaxed environment. This month's top...
02/21/2025

Join us for wine class on Thursday, March 6th at 6pm to learn about wine in a fun, relaxed environment. This month's topic is New World vs. Old World Blind Tasting.

Grab some friends and register today!
call 712-332-7013 or visit https://plac.easy-ware-ticketing.com/events

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2201 Highway 71 N
Okoboji, IA
51355

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 9pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

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+17123327013

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Create your own self portrait with color and layers that will transform into a self-portrait. The instructor will discuss facial proportions and highlight/shadow to develop portraits that really come to life! REGISTER AT LAKESART.ORG BY 11/26.

Join instructor, Karess Knudtson, for this exciting and different type of meditative art process. This mindful drawing activity merges neuroscience and drawing to explore our limitations and foster change in our behaviors. This class is for EVERYONE that could use a positive shift in their mood. VISIT LAKESART.ORG TO REGISTER TODAY!

Artisans Road Trip is next Saturday & Sunday - October 5th and 6th! We have 3 artists showing at the Pearson Lakes Art Center Cecelia Comito Art , Adam Nielsen & Kris Walker ✅ Download the map and artist directory: https://www.lakesart.org/special/artisans-road-trip-2024 ✅ Get directions with our interactive map: https://tinyurl.com/4zba86s9 #okobojiiowa #originalart #okobojiart #supportPLAC #supportlocalboji #PearsonLakesArtCenter #PLAC #supportlocalartists

Art in the Park is up and running until 4pm at the Arnold’s Park Preservation Plaza and see over 60 artists and music from Okoboji Music Masters until noon.

ART IN THE PARK - Arnolds Park Preservation Plaza - Saturday, August 3rd, 9am-3pm | Enjoy music from Okoboji Music Masters from 9am-12pm. Thank you to our official Sponsors Northwest Wealth Management & REMAX Lakes Realty #okobojiiowa #originalart #okobojiart #supportPLAC #supportlocalboji #PearsonLakesArtCenter #PLAC #supportlocalartists

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