SCBWI

Society of
Children's Book Writers
and Illustrators

Reno Writer’s Retreat

NV SCBWI helps foster a community of writers. Every other year, we host an all-inclusive weekend in Virginia City, Nevada to help writers focus on their writing in a supportive community. Retreat dates are listed under events and held during Memorial Day weekend.

 

 

St. Mary's Art Center 

In the Historic Town of Virginia City 

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Address: 55 R St, Virginia City, NV 89440

Phone: (775) 847-7774

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Directions:
 
From Reno: From South Reno, traveling on US 395, take the Virginia City exit. Turn left at the stoplight and proceed east. When you reach Virginia City, turn left on Mill Street (Six Mile Canyon Road). At the bottom of the hill, turn right on R Street. St. Mary’s Art & Retreat Center is the four-story, brick building on your left.
From Carson City: Travel Hwy 50 through Mound House; turn left at the intersection of Hwy 342. Travel through Silver City and Gold Hill. In Virginia City, at the north end of town, turn right on Mill Street (Six Mile Canyon Road). At the bottom of the hill, turn right on R. Street.