Nevada Humanities presents "The Salon," a gathering where a select group of panelists and the audience have a conversation about thought-provoking and inspirational topics. For Artown, "The Salon" addresses art and revolutions, with a panel of experts from diverse backgrounds speaking about the history of the topic and how it manifests in modern day street art and music. Part lecture, part conversation, part social event, "The Salon" encourages participants to explore new avenues of reflection in a dynamic atmosphere that we hope will carry beyond the evening and into the community.

"The Salon" is part of the 17th annual Artown festival, July 2012.  The month-long summer arts festival features more than 400 events produced by more than 100 cultural organizations and businesses in locations citywide. Artown receives major funding from the City of Reno, and is sponsored by Grand Sierra Resort, U.S. Bank, NV Energy, JLH Inc., Waste Management, Basin Street Properties, Reno Gazette-Journal, KOLO 8 News Now, KTHX-FM and KNPB with additional support from the Nevada Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.  

The Salon is made possible through a grant from the City of Reno Arts and Culture Commission.