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The Generator

4.4 (29 reviews)
Closed 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

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Kimberly N.

I am a huge fan of The Generator! How lucky we are to have such a cool, creative community maker space right here in Reno/Sparks? The Generator holds many events here - from the Reno Punk Rock Flea Market to Summer Camps to Art Battles. It also offers workshops like Oil Painting Techniques to Simple Sewing with Machines to Intro to Screen Printing. Be sure to follow their IG to stay on top of what's going on there. I think my favorite event so far was the Playa Art Preview Fundraiser last week. The event began with a cocktail hour, a silent auction, a raffle, and live entertainment with an aerialist and a singing guitarist. Guests were also served a delicious dinner of Jambalaya and Paella prepared by board members (with thoughtful, yummy vegetarian versions available). Since I have never been to Burning Man, I really loved the opportunity to see where and how much of the this year's art is being made. It was extra special to have presentations by the artists!

Pretty cool resource for our community
Paul P.

A maker space that has a lot of room to show and share your art. Many "burners" use this location to get their art ready. I understand they have an excellent wood shop that is available for use but I don't know the terms. All sorts of groups use the space. There is a fee for that.

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Michael L.

This is a maker space with an eclectic mix of art work. On the Third Thursday the artists display their works for sale. I went with a couple of friends and we checked out the art and had a nice visit and enjoyed the vibe.

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Ann O.

II was a vendor at the Generator"s Third Thursay event. The whole process was friendly, efficient and professional. The Generator is a non-profit membership maker space but the Third Thursday event is open for artists and community member to sell their work. The space is primarily industrial and lots of large sculptural builds are happening and everything is very dirty. My advice for vendors is to bring covers and drop cloths. There is a small bar inside to buy a beer and also a coffee and ice tea space. The event was well attended and there was a food truck in the parking lot. Lots of artists to meet and Burning Man installations to see. There were carts to borrow to help with loading and unloading but I found the parking lot was surprisingly dark at the end of the event and I wish I had brought a flashlight The selling and payment set up is easy for the artist and customer. I recommend Third Thursday for artists looking for a place to sell and show their work with a low overhead ( the Generator charges 10% of your sales only) and a fun night out for art enthusiasts of all ages. .

Michelle T.

I went to their open house and was just amazed. I had no idea there was such a place in Reno that would allow for the public to come in and create art (of all sorts) by using the equipment on hand. Everyone there is happy to share their knowledge and tools. If you want to learn how to weld, yes, they will teach you (for FREE). the same goes for just about everything else. the hours are always open so long as someone else is there. great for those who maybe work odd hours and still want to go work on something. seems like a burners haven (at least that is the feeling I got). everyone friendly and eager to share what they know. this is a not for profit establishment, so if you do go by and use their stuff, please donate to help keep this place going.

Reno Punk Rock Flea market
Shannon Y.

Super cool event with locals selling vintage items, local art, beer and live bands!! I bought some vintage band pins and patches to put on my denim jacket!! Love the 80's!! :)

Ashley G.

The Generator! WOW! If you haven't been by here to check out the happenings, you are missing out. This is a community art space, inspired by burning man. I had the pleasure of meeting a colleague here today and checking out the space - it was amazing! The building is huge and inviting, filled with local artists and their art projects. Anyone is welcome at the generator, whether it be to join in on a social event, check out some cool local art projects in the making, or explore your creative side and try out a project of your own. Inside is a wood shop, metal shop, fabric shop, movie theater, aerial silks area, etc. - yes, it sounds as good as it actually is! Just like burning man, there is no money exchange here, but rather it is a donations funded space that is open to anyone willing to participate in the community of art and inclusion. If you are confused, check out their website for more information. "The Generator is an oasis of demodification. We don't buy. We don't sell. We dream. We convene. We create. We make." Today I got to watch artists work on Project Embrace - incredible! For those of you that are burners, you get a mini burning man rush as you enter this space.

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My son attended two camps here this summer. It was fun for him to create and it was a half day camp which can be a challenge to find.

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This is the place to get your hands dirty and your dreams turned into reality! Reno area burners know how to get'er done

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Since I have never been to Burning Man, I really loved the opportunity to see where and how much of the this year's art is being made.

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Easy access from Hwy 395, Hwy 80, Airport and South Virginia Street
Easy access from Hwy 395, Hwy 80, Airport and South Virginia Street
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