The Old Hotel

09/01/2026

The Sandhill Crane Festival poster contest has begun! Enter your art, photographs, etc. for the chance to win $500 and to have your work featured on the 2027 poster and more!

09/01/2026

Tomorrow is the last day to register!
The Othello Fair is next month! Did you know that you can earn actual money by entering exhibits into the fair? Check out the Fair Book for more details. Registration ends in September 1, 2026. Please read the department rules in the fair book before entering. The Art department is for drawings, paintings, digital drawings, color pages, etc.
There are also departments for photography and crafts (plus a lot more!). See you there!

The Othello Fair seeks to provide a quality event for the community in a safe and comfortable environment. This event promotes public education related to our agricultural heritage, seeks quality, family oriented entertainment and activities, encourages youth and community participation and promotes...

08/28/2026

The Othello Fair is next month! Did you know that you can earn actual money by entering exhibits into the fair? Check out the Fair Book for more details. Registration ends in September 1, 2026. Please read the department rules in the fair book before entering. The Art department is for drawings, paintings, digital drawings, color pages, etc.
There are also departments for photography and crafts (plus a lot more!). See you there!

The Othello Fair seeks to provide a quality event for the community in a safe and comfortable environment. This event promotes public education related to our agricultural heritage, seeks quality, family oriented entertainment and activities, encourages youth and community participation and promotes...

08/14/2026

The Othello Fair is next month! Did you know that you can earn actual money by entering exhibits into the fair? Check out the Fair Book for more details. Registration ends in September 1, 2026. Please read the department rules in the fair book before entering. The Art department is for drawings, paintings, digital drawings, color pages, etc.
There are also departments for photography and crafts (plus a lot more!). See you there!

08/11/2026

On Thursday 8/13 we will be having another leather workshop! This is such a fun class. Customize leather bracelets, keychains, etc. with names, words, pictures, leather stain, beads, and more.
The Children’s Art Center at The Old Hotel
3:00-5:00pm (show up between 3:00 & 4:00)
$8 for 2-4 leather projects, depending on time constraints

08/10/2026

Tomorrow we will begin a two part class making mosaic drink coasters! Learn how to use glass and tiles to make coasters. Round and square options available, coasters will be wood trimmed.
Children’s Art Center at The Old Hotel
Part 1- Tuesday 8/11 at 5:30pm
Part 2- Thursday 8/13 at 5:30pm
Make two coasters for $15, add additional coasters for $4.50 each.

08/10/2026

Today we are painting bricks to look like books! Join us and paint the cover of your favorite book. Great to display indoors or outdoors!
Children’s Art Center at The Old Hotel
4:00pm
$15

08/07/2026

Saturday August 8th we will be painting ceramic pottery! There are lots of options to choose from! Your piece will be food safe by the end of the project.
The Children’s Art Center at The Old Hotel
1:30pm
Prices vary by item