When you think about Truckee, what comes to mind? Skiing, hiking, mountain biking? While Truckee may be known as a mountain town with endless recreation possibilities, over the past two decades the town has gradually morphed into a hub for the arts, thanks to a rugged community that attracts creative people, a dedicated group of artists, and help from the Town of Truckee. From public art to makerspaces to artists collectives, not to mention galleries, creative cuisine, and live music, the arts and culture scene in Truckee is thriving. With the upcoming completion of the Artists Lofts and the town’s recent designation by the state as a California Cultural District, Truckee’s reputation as…