The Freeman Health System Main Gallery will close at 4pm today (9/18) for a private event! Thank you for your understanding.

Thursday Classses

Writer’s Workshop: Poetry with Kris

Art Studio | Classroom #1

Kris Strausbaugh | Writer About the Class:This two-part writer’s workshop blends guided reflection, peer critique, and focused writing time to help participants explore poetic form, strengthen their voice, and build confidence in their creative process. From first drafts to final edits, students will engage with both foundational and advanced techniques to grow as poets. Day […]

Weekend Classes

Family Aprons: A Batik Workshop with Brooks-Elizabeth

Art Studio | Classroom #2

Brooks-Elizabeth Billings | Textile & Mixed Media Artist About the Class:Create sweet memories and matching aprons just in time for holiday baking! In this fun and creative family-friendly workshop, you’ll learn the Zimbabwean paste resist batik technique to design your own unique apron. Just like snowflakes, no two batiks are the same—each apron will be […]

Thursday Classses

Writer’s Workshop: Poetry with Kris

Art Studio | Classroom #1

Kris Strausbaugh | Writer About the Class:This two-part writer’s workshop blends guided reflection, peer critique, and focused writing time to help participants explore poetic form, strengthen their voice, and build confidence in their creative process. From first drafts to final edits, students will engage with both foundational and advanced techniques to grow as poets. Day […]

Weekend Classes

Fused Glass Ornaments with Jane

Art Studio | Classroom #2

Jane McCaulley | Fused Glass Artist About the Class:Get in the holiday spirit with this festive fused glass workshop! Jane will guide participants through the process of creating a unique glass ornament, from selecting and arranging glass pieces to preparing them for the kiln. Whether you keep it for yourself or give it as a […]

Weekend Classes

Pottery Class with Daria: Butter Dish

Art Studio | Classroom #2

Daria Claiborne | Ceramic Artist About the Class:Design and create a one-of-a-kind butter dish using slab-building techniques and playful patterns. In this hands-on workshop, Daria will guide you through shaping and assembling your dish from clay slabs, then adding textures, embellishments, and decorative details to make it uniquely yours. Perfect for gifting or bringing a […]

Weekend Classes

Ceramic Christmas Trees with Daria Claiborne

Art Studio | Classroom #2

Daria Claiborne | Ceramic Artist About the Class:Get into the holiday spirit with this fun and festive pottery class! Using slabs of clay, participants will create their very own funky Christmas tree. You’ll explore hand-building techniques and add texture to make your tree truly unique. Perfect as a handmade holiday decoration or a heartfelt gift, […]

Holiday Makers Market

Kick off the holiday season at Spiva Center for the Arts! Come shop for one-of-a-kind, handcrafted treasures created by member artists and artisans. This festive event is the perfect opportunity to find unique gifts, support local makers, and spread holiday cheer to everyone on your list this year. This is a two-day market! Friday, December […]

Holiday Makers Market

Kick off the holiday season at Spiva Center for the Arts! Come shop for one-of-a-kind, handcrafted treasures created by member artists and artisans. This festive event is the perfect opportunity to find unique gifts, support local makers, and spread holiday cheer to everyone on your list this year. This is a two-day market! Friday, December […]

Weekend Classes

Gingerbread Houses with Terri Conklin

Art Studio | Classroom #2

Terri Conklin | Teacher & Gingerbread House Extraordinaire About the Class:Get into the holiday spirit with this fun and festive gingerbread house decorating class for kids! Each child will design and decorate their own gingerbread house with all materials provided. Completed houses can be entered into the Joplin History & Mineral Museum’s Annual Gingerbread House […]

Weekend Classes

Alcohol Ink Shoes with Debbie

Art Studio | Classroom #1

Debbie Southard | Mixed-Media Artist About the Class:Transform plain white canvas shoes into wearable works of art! With Debbie’s guidance, participants will use alcohol ink markers to design their own unique shoes. Then, watch the magic happen as rubbing alcohol is applied to blend and swirl the colors into stunning patterns. Walk away with a […]

Weekend Classes

Tiny Worlds in Watercolor: Snow Globe Cards with Rachel

Art Studio | Classroom #1

Rachel Cabral | Watercolor & Mixed-Media Artist About the Class:Capture the magic of the season in this cozy, creative workshop! Rachel Cabral will guide you through basic watercolor techniques as you design a holiday greeting card featuring a charming snow globe with a winter scene inside. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist, you’ll […]

Weekend Classes

Whimsical Sculpted Paint Brushes with Brooks-Elizabeth

Art Studio | Classroom #1

Brooks-Elizabeth Billings | Multi-Media Artist About the Class:This holiday season, your paintbrush becomes the art! In this workshop, you’ll sculpt and transform an ordinary paintbrush into a one-of-a-kind piece of wall, door, or even Christmas tree décor. Choose from a wide array of decorative embellishments and personalize your creation to reflect your favorite holiday or […]

Upcoming Classes

Creation Station with Emily Cole

2025-10-07 16:00:00
October 7, 2025
$10

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Ages 6-11

Mini Makers: Screaming Streamers – Splat Creature Windsock

2025-10-08 10:15:00
October 8, 2025
$10

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Ages 2-5

Tim Burton Pet Portraits with Rachel

2025-10-11 13:30:00
October 11, 2025

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Ages 14+

Contact Us

Location & Hours

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 10:00AM – 5:00PM

Wednesday: 10:00AM – 5:00PM

Thursday: 10:00AM – 5:00PM

Friday: 10:00AM – 5:00PM

Saturday: 10:00AM – 5:00PM

Sunday: Closed

212 W. 7th Street
Joplin, M0 64801