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!
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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!

TODAY at 10:30am!
06/19/2026

TODAY at 10:30am!

Join us today, Friday, June 19, at 10:30 a.m. at the Pearson Lakes Art Center for the The Juggler With The Yellow Shoes. He will be preforming dynamic juggling tricks with humor and storytelling.
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This free event is sponsored by the Arnolds Park Library, Milford Memorial Library, and Spirit Lake Public Library

The cranes are gone, the sculptures are in place, and the trail is ready!The final piece to be installed was "Star of th...
06/18/2026

The cranes are gone, the sculptures are in place, and the trail is ready!

The final piece to be installed was "Star of the Show" by Alex Zamesin , Creative Sculpture. Made of tires or Unique Steampunk. putting the finishing touch on this year's collection of new sculptures along the PLAC Sculpture Trail Loop.

Bringing these works of art to the PLAC grounds takes a tremendous amount of planning, transportation, and teamwork. A special thank you to the artists, Jim Clark, Bates Construction, and Alger Customs for helping make this year's installation possible.

Join us tonight from 5–7 PM for the unveiling of seven rotating sculptures and one new permanent addition to the PLAC grounds. Enjoy refreshments and charcuterie as you stroll the grounds and experience art in nature. Then stay for live music by Paper Moon in the amphitheater from 6:30–8:30 PM.

Join us for a PLAC tie-dye tradition! White t-shirts are provided (youth through adult sizes), along with gloves and pai...
06/17/2026

Join us for a PLAC tie-dye tradition!
White t-shirts are provided (youth through adult sizes), along with gloves and paint shirts for the messy tie dye fun. Instructors will demonstrate a variety of Tie Dye techniques done with rubber bands.

All ages welcome- families, groups, and individuals encouraged! All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Register for a time slot by June 24:
Phone: 712-332-7029
Online: https://www.lakesart.org/events/4th-of-july-tie-dye-t-shirts/

Join us for a fabulous dinner celebrating America's 250th with Chef Brandon Muetzel.Native Iowan and acclaimed chef Bran...
06/17/2026

Join us for a fabulous dinner celebrating America's 250th with Chef Brandon Muetzel.

Native Iowan and acclaimed chef Brandon Muetzel is back in the PLAC kitchen! After 25 years building an award-winning culinary career in New Orleans and beyond, Brandon returns to the Lakes Area with a unique dining experience. Expect great food, a relaxed atmosphere, plenty of laughs, and an interactive evening with Q&A encouraged.

Register by June 25.
📱 Phone: 712-332-7029
🖥 Online: https://plac.easy-ware-ticketing.com/eventsByMovie/A000000719

✨ New on the PLAC Sculpture Trail! ✨We’re excited to welcome Kim’s Conversations by artist Rimas VisGirda to our permane...
06/16/2026

✨ New on the PLAC Sculpture Trail! ✨

We’re excited to welcome Kim’s Conversations by artist Rimas VisGirda to our permanent outdoor sculpture collection. The sculpture is located at the PLAC front entrance to welcome visitors.

Thank you to Signe Kim Lauridsen-Jones and Ken Jones for their generous gift of the sculpture and landscaping. Their support has helped add another permanent work of art to the PLAC campus.

Join us this Thursday, June 18, from 5-7pm to reveal this sculpture and 7 new rotating sculptures on the PLAC Sculpture trail loop. Refreshments and charcuterie will be served.

Experience the magic of the ’60s with The Papas and Mamas  the world’s only authentic The Mamas & the Papas tribute in s...
06/12/2026

Experience the magic of the ’60s with The Papas and Mamas the world’s only authentic The Mamas & the Papas tribute in sight and sound. From iconic harmonies and timeless hits to vintage style and electrifying energy, this talented group brings the legendary music of the golden age of rock and roll back to life.

At the Pearson Lakes Art Center for two nights! June 23 & 24.

Tickets are limited- get yours before they are sold out!

For tickets call 712-332-7029 or visit https://plac.easy-ware-ticketing.com/eventsByMovie/A000000698

Address

2201 Highway 71 N
Okoboji, IA
51355

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+17123327013

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