Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum
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“The Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum is not just a space to view art — it is a venue where visitors can truly connect with the creative spirit of a remarkable artist.” ~ Laura Sanders, executive director.
Abbey dedicated her life to exploring and expressing the beauty of the Southwest through her art, a passion that defined the New Jersey native from when she studied at the University of New Mexico. Her diverse work, which she displayed at shows around the world, spans painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, porcelain, and stained glass, often drawing inspiration from the desert landscapes she loved.
Abbey moved to Las Vegas in 1965 to teach at UNLV, where she was among the first art professors. She remained there for 22 years, and the university honored her in spring 2024 by inducting her into the College of Fine Arts Hall of Fame.
Visit by appointment only. Reservation RDA Museum ~ $20.00
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4.4Incredibly beautiful place!! The artist is fantastic!
She really excels in anything she realizes!!
Worth visit it!
I had the extraordinary privilege of visiting the museum yesterday. Lucy was a great host. There was a senior yoga class from 1pm til 2pm held in the back gallery led by Maureen Karaffa. It was wonderful in every way.
After the class, we had time to enjoy the art.
Andre led us to view the outdoor sculpture garden and showed us a remarkable metal snake. He was filled with enthusiasm. What a guide! His wealth of knowledge in art history and particularly the works of Rita is absolutely amazing.
The entire experience was incredible!
High Recommend
Thanks so much💕
PLEASE do it again! What a great reset for my soul in a beautiful setting. Great job.
I recently attended two events at the museum. Both very well run and entertaining. That aside, if you need a fine art fix, no one should hesitate coming here to see the art and the magnificent building that houses it. Ms. Abbey was a phenomenal artist in more mediums than I can name here. Her ability and quality is breathtaking. I have brought many friends and groups and they have all been speechless by what they see. It is a gem in the desert which was an inspiration for Rita Abbey's art, and should be seen as soon as possible and before more houses are built in the area.
I was blown away by the variety of mediums displayed inside gallery and the grounds outside the museum. The history behind the works and her personal life were inspiring. This is a unique and intimate experience that everyone must see for themselves.
Very beautiful gallery! We did the Sound Bath with Terry Mahony and that was a wonderful experience. The room we were in had the famous and amazing stained glass design on the front wall. Highly recommend tge gallery and the Sound Bath. Will definitely be going back.
This hidden gem is worth visiting again and again. 6 decades of rich artistic expression wrapped in a perfectly serene and joyful setting.
Wonderful art in a magneficent setting
Wonderful time with friends from out of town. Very nice metal and art work.
The art is absolutely breathtaking!! We enjoyed our first time viewing and will definitely return with new visitors!! As a senior, I so appreciate your free Saturdays Thank you.
Rita Illig
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