Things to See and Do

Arts and Culture

Plumas Arts is the county's local arts agency and primary events producer, promoter and information resource for cultural activity. Working in the spirit of collaboration, a variety of community and private events producers bring a richly diverse program of cultural events to the area.
Visitors will find an impressive quality of work by regional visual, musical and literary artists within the Plumas County Art Gallery, galleries in Chester, Lake Almanor, Quincy, Portola and Graeagle, and in many restaurants, shops and public buildings around the county.

The Town Hall Theatre, located on Main Street in Quincy, is a professional performing arts venue while doubling as one of the few single screen theaters left anywhere. From a regular schedule of feature, classic, foreign and cult films to local dramatic productions or dance recitals as well as visits from world class artists, the "THT" remains close to the hearts of residents countywide. The Town Hall also hosts a children's theatre program.

The Kinne Design Studio is located at 818 Quincy Junction road. The techniques and materials used in Greg's artwork are a result of years of experimentation, research, and practice. He works from sketches, or the inspiration of the moment. The techniques are either adapted from other art techniques or ones that he has developed.

The life of the artwork requires the vision of the client. When the client sees the artwork as part of their space, the process is complete.

Main Street Artists, located in the historic Clinch building at 436 Main Street in downtown Quincy, is a co-operative featuring the fine work of local artists. When you step inside the gallery you will find oil paintings, pottery, jewelry, hand crafted wood items, wood furniture and more. A featured member artist is showcased every two weeks in the main portion of the gallery, and art walks, a favorite of locals and visitors are held four times during the year.

The gallery is open Thursday to Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm. Visit their website and click on "About Us" on their homepage to find a link that will take you to information about upcoming art and music events.

Feather River Fine Arts Association , serving the arts community in the Lake Almanor Basin area of Plumas County combines the appreciation of fine arts, along with artists and patrons who work together to bring educational opportunities to it's members and the community. You will find all types of media displayed and available for sale at participating merchants and galleries throughout the county.
B & B Booksellers located at 140 Main Street in Old Town Chester, features the work of regional artists each month in the Back Room Art Gallery inside the store. Be sure to check out the event and shows calendar on their webpage to learn about upcoming artists receptions, wine walks, music festivals and more! The Blue Goose Fine Art Gallery at 607 Main St, Chester offers the work of a local watercolor artist as well as several national artists. It also features hand-crafted log furniture, wood sculptures and soap-stone carvings.

Eastern Plumas county is home to the Feather Arts Center in Portola. The Feather located at 216 Commercial Street, features the work of many local area artists and also offers various programs and activities for everyone to enjoy and participate in. Private music instruction and group music instruction are available for children of all ages through the new Feather River Music Academy located at the center. Beginning guitar, choir, song writing, computer's and music are a sample of what you can sign up for. Learn to play the piano, guitar, flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, violin and drums. Voice lessons are also available.

Music and art festivals bring the cultures of the world to the beauty of the mountains as well as highlighting an impressive level of local talent. The High Sierra Music Festival and Solar Cook-Off (left photo) take visitors to outdoor stages in July.

Chester and Graeagle fine art and craft shows are well respected locally and in the Northern California arts scene. Chester galleries host a 2nd Friday Art Walk each month and Quincy galleries host a First Friday Art Walk in February, May and November.

In the spring, you can sample the culinary artistry of local restaurants at the "Taste of Plumas" where you'll find wines, music and an art and food auction.

Quilt shows held throughout the year in various county locations are a major draw.

In October, the Mountain Harvest Festival in Quincy blends an arts and crafts show with a micro-brew pub tasting and music.

Bring a picnic and attend a free outdoor summer concert! Live music is offered in conjunction with a weekly Farmers Market on Thursday evenings in downtown Quincy from July 3 - September 4.

Portola City Lights evening concerts are held on Fridays in Portola City park during July and August. On Sundays, the public can enjoy summer concerts at the bandshell in Lake Almanor County Club.

Live music is offered in conjunction with a weekly Farmer's Market on Thursday evenings in downtown Quincy from July 3 through Sept. 4. Sierra Valley Farms also hosts a farmer's market on Fridays June 6 through Sept. 8 that includes cooking and gardening demonstrations.

Graeagle offers up a series of Dixieland Jazz concerts each summer. The Chester Community Chorus takes the stage for a series of well-loved performances each May and December.

The Taylorsville Grange, with its legendary bouncin' dance floor, hosts some of the area's most enjoyed dances.

Words and Music, monthly presentations of poetry and music in local cafes, frequent the calendar with locations in Quincy, Portola and Chester. Come and share your talents at open mike!

Murals highlight Plumas County heritage in Quincy and Greenville.

Balls and concerts to benefit local organizations also fill out the area's cultural calendar.

To learn more about the local arts community contact Plumas Arts, (530) 283-3402.

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