The World Street Painting Festival, Route 66, will be held June 4-7, 2025, in Joplin, Missouri. Visit Joplin, the city’s tourism marketing effort is preparing for the second year of street painting, Joplin’s signature event celebrating the Route 66 Centennial.In 2024, through a partnership with the Netherlands-based World Street Painting Foundation (WSP), three USA-based street […]
Celebrate the opening reception of a new exhibit in the Jo Mueller Reserve Gallery - Chris Kent: Remnants. In Chris’ work, he blends illustrative and abstract techniques to navigate the complex landscapes of memory, identity, and perception. Graffiti’s raw energy, music’s rhythmic pulse, and the fluidity of architecture and design serve as his primary influences. […]
Join us for our next Drop-In Thursday Craft Night at Spiva on June 5 during Joplin's First Thursday Art Walk! From 5:30–7:30 PM, artist Tammy Cady will lead an Artist Trading Card (ATC) workshop in the classroom in 30 minute time slots. Tickets can be purchased day of at the Welcome Desk, but pre-registration is […]
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! Join us in our open studio facilitated by Jesse McCormick. There will be various supplies and mediums available to use and experiment with, or participants may bring their own. Start a new project or bring something you’ve been working on and […]
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Ages 8–14 | $25 Inspired by Picasso’s iconic abstract portraits, this hands-on workshop invites participants to explore identity and creativity through a playful, cubist lens. Designed for students ages 8-14 years old. Using only cut paper and colored pencils, students will construct imaginative self-portraits that emphasize shape, color, […]
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 […]
Dive into the vibrant world of fiber arts in Fantastic Fibers! This hands-on camp introduces participants to a variety of fiber techniques through fun and accessible projects. Students will explore the creative possibilities of paste resist batik on both aprons and tote bags, sculpt playful 3D felt cupcakes, craft cozy felted throw pillows, and learn […]
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! Join us in our open studio facilitated by Jesse McCormick. There will be various supplies and mediums available to use and experiment with, or participants may bring their own. Start a new project or bring something you’ve been working on and […]
Time: 2:00–4:00 PM | Ages 16+ | $35 Create stunning blue-and-white botanical prints using the power of sunlight in this cyanotype workshop. Learn about the history of this 19th-century photographic process, then compose natural elements on a pre-treated fabric tote to make your own sun-developed design. Participants will leave with a custom tote bag and […]
Explore the exciting world of printmaking in this hands-on summer camp with local artist Lucas Witt! Students will dive into a variety of techniques including monoprinting, block printing, and even experimental methods using LEGOs and other found objects. Campers will learn how to combine different processes to create unique layered effects and take home a […]
Design and sculpt your very own custom vinyl-style character in this fun and creative three-day camp! Students will explore the basics of figure design, focusing on stylized proportions, before sculpting their characters with polymer clay. You’ll also learn finishing techniques like sanding, priming, and painting—then build a customized display box to showcase your creation. Perfect […]
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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
