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Better with Art

Celebrate and spark your creative spirit at Spiva Center for the Arts.

Current & Upcoming Exhibits

Uniquely You: A Tween Project

July 3 – July 26, 2025

Jo Mueller Reserve Gallery

Unbreakable: The Veteran Spirit

September 4 – September 27, 2025

Jo Mueller Reserve Gallery

Authenticity [EXE]: Between Presence and Projection

June 21 – August 9, 2025

Sharon & Lance Beshore Gallery

Jeffrey C. Legg: Alchemy of Light & Shadow

August 23 – October 25, 2025

Sharon & Lance Beshore Gallery

Behind the Mask

June 21 – August 9, 2025

Freeman Health System Main Gallery

Plan Your Visit

See, feel, and enjoy the transformative power of art in a place welcoming to all. From world-class exhibits to fun workshops, and community outreach to immersive events, there’s something for everyone.

Current Events & Classes

Mini Makers with Jade Cantrell

Basic Leatherworking – Drawstring Pouch with Adria Garrison

Fluid Art Ring Pour with Debbie Southard

Postponed: Intro to Photography with Drew Kimble

Pet Portraits with Whitney Bucher

Monster Mash Camp with Allen Childers

Learn & Do

CLASSES & CAMPS

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ART RESOURCES

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In the Know

The Friends of St. Avips Donates $129,000

By Spiva Center for the Arts

Posted: July 18, 2025

Spiva to Host Makers Market with Local Artists

By Spiva Center for the Arts

Posted: May 28, 2025

Sponsors & Partners

Churchwell Hedman

Downstream Casino

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