Happy Isles Art and Nature Center

One more place to enjoy near Yosemite National Park in California

Happy Isles Art and Nature Center

During your visit to Yosemite between April and October, make sure to take a break and visit the Happy Isles Art and Nature Center. This wonderful attraction is run by the Yosemite Conservancy, an organization dedicated to preserving the park’s natural habitat and wildlife. At the Happy Isles Art and Nature Center, you can engage in creative activities that allow you to connect with the beautiful natural surroundings. They offer art classes where you can explore watercolor painting, create mosaics, try your hand at charcoal drawing, and much more. Families with children will especially enjoy this place, and you can also take a leisurely walk along the nature trails surrounding the center.

The art lessons are held every day and continue for four hours. During these lessons, students have the opportunity to create art while being guided by a professional instructor. If you’re visiting as a group, you can arrange for a personalized art lesson. For those seeking a more immersive experience, there is an option to participate in an overnight art retreat workshop. This workshop allows you to fully engage with Yosemite’s beautiful natural environment over the course of several days.