Art on Tap: A Toast to 17 Years! Spiva’s beloved tasting event returns—now celebrating 17 years of brews, bites, and community cheer! Join us for a lively evening filled with craft beer, delicious eats, great company, and live music by Dr. G and the Tall Man. Members get in FREE as a thank-you for your […]
Spiva's summer glass camp with Jane McCaulley offers a hands-on introduction to the art of glass. Over the course of three days, students will explore a variety of fun and creative projects designed to teach the basics of working with glass. Participants will have the opportunity to make their own magnets, suncatchers, glass dishes, and […]
Get ready for a sweet adventure! This three-day camp is packed with exciting and whimsical art inspired by all things candy. Students will work across multiple mediums, creating their own colorful paintings, playful sculptures, and more sugary-sweet creations. Perfect for young artists with a big imagination and a love for treats. About the Instructor: Brooks […]
Bring your little ones to our new weekly art class, where creativity and play come together! Each week features a new theme with hands-on activities that encourage exploration, improve fine motor skills, and boost confidence. With an adult’s guidance, little artists will experiment with different art materials, meet new friends, and enjoy a mix of […]
Welcome to Studio 55, an art class tailored for adults aged 55 and up! Jordan Murdock-Thompson will guide participants through a diverse range of structured art classes, covering various mediums and techniques. From painting to sculpture, participants will have the opportunity to create new projects and learn new skills. All supplies will be provided for […]
Time: 1:30–4:30 PM | Ages 12 and up | $40 Perfect for absolute beginners, this class introduces the basics of embroidery in a welcoming, hands-on environment. Learn how to stretch fabric in a hoop, properly thread a needle, and master foundational stitches like backstitch, satin stitch, and French knots. You’ll complete a sampler that doubles […]
How would you like to trade small pieces of art? In this camp, you'll create your own miniature mixed media masterpieces designed for swapping with others. Artist Trading Cards (ATCs) are just 2½" x 3½" in size, and offer a fun, creative way to explore techniques like master-boarding and layering with various materials. Start your […]
In this creative and hands-on summer camp, students will design their own figurines and learn the fundamentals of paper mâché. Using simple materials like cardboard tubes, newspaper, and wooden skewers, they'll build and sculpt imaginative characters from the ground up. Over four days, campers will construct armatures, apply paper mâché layers, and finish their pieces […]
How would you like to trade small pieces of art? In this camp, you'll create your own miniature mixed media masterpieces designed for swapping with others. Artist Trading Cards (ATCs) are just 2½" x 3½" in size, and offer a fun, creative way to explore techniques like master-boarding and layering with various materials. Start your […]
Bring your little ones to our new weekly art class, where creativity and play come together! Each week features a new theme with hands-on activities that encourage exploration, improve fine motor skills, and boost confidence. With an adult’s guidance, little artists will experiment with different art materials, meet new friends, and enjoy a mix of […]
Celebrate with us the opening reception of the Behind the Mask & Authenticity : Between Presence & Projection exhibits. Behind the Mask challenges the audience to examine how we navigate the complex relationship between our public selves and our private identities. Whether literal, metaphorical, or psychological, the "mask" serves as a symbol of the roles […]
Time: 12:30–4:30 PM | Ages 12 and up | $60 Join ceramic artist Daria Claiborne in creating your own functional birdhouse using hand-built slab construction. You'll learn how to cut, assemble, and texture clay into a unique bird-friendly sculpture. Choose from a variety of texture tools and underglaze options to add surface design. Daria will […]
212 W. 7th St. Joplin, MO 64801 | 417-623-0183
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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
