Apply on CaFE here: https://bit.ly/66stories-callforart2026 Important Dates Exhibit dates | May 30 – August 1, 2026 Call dates | Feb 13 – April 13, 2026 Jurying dates | April 15 – April 17, 2026 Notification date | April 17, 2026 Deadline for work arrival | May 16, 2026 Pick up dates | August 4 – 6, 2026 […]
The Friends of St. Avips is hosting the 64th Annual St. Avips Ball, the “Fleur de Mai Ball”, Friday, May 1, 2026, at the Harry M Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex. A featured highlight of the evening is the Sana S. Shagets Art Auction, presented as a silent auction through a web-based platform that allows both […]
The Missouri Southern State University's Department of Art and Design is returning to the Cornell Complex for the 2026 Portfolio Review. The public is invited to admire and assess the art portfolios of their junior and senior students! 1:00-2:00pm | Catered Social 2:00-5:30pm | Portfolio Review Free and open to the public.
Join us for the opening reception of John H. Good: Life Vessels in the Jo Mueller Reserve Gallery. Good is a local ceramic artist and Spiva member residing in Webb City, Missouri - read his complete statement about his exhibit here.
Studio 55: Guided (Ages 55+)Instructor: Jordan Murdock-ThompsonSchedule: Every other Friday, March–December | 2:00–4:00 PMCost: $10 per session, $65 for the entire Spring (March, April, & May | 7 Sessions Total)Project: Watercolor Paper Butterflies | See the full guided spring line up below under the checkout box DescriptionStudio 55: Guided is a welcoming, instructor-led art class […]
Acrylic Bug Paintings Ages: 16+Instructor: Rachel CabralDate: Saturday, April 4Time: 10:30 AM – 1:00 PMCost: $40 In this acrylic painting class, students will explore the fundamentals of acrylic painting techniques while creating a detailed artwork inspired by insects. Participants will learn about layering, color mixing, and brush control as they bring their chosen bug to […]
Ceramic Trays Ages: 12 – AdultInstructor: Daria ClaiborneDate: Saturday, April 4Time: 12:30 – 2:30 PMCost: $45 Create a functional and personalized ceramic tray using slab-building techniques in this hands-on clay class with Daria. Participants will learn how to roll and shape a clay slab to form a tray, then add underglaze designs and patterns to […]
Creation StationAges: 6–11 | Cost: $10 or $35 for all of March Mini Makers, our program for artists ages 2-5 is now running from 4:15-5:15 pm on Tuesdays alongside Creation Station! Learn more by visiting: www.spivaarts.org/minimakers Creation Station is a fun and welcoming art program designed for elementary-aged students to explore their creativity through hands-on […]
Mini Makers: Tuesday Edition Ages: 2–5Instructor: Jade Henning-CantrellWhen: TuesdaysTime: 4:15 – 5:15 PMCost: $10 Mini Makers is a playful, hands-on art class designed especially for our youngest artists. Each session introduces a new theme with age-appropriate activities that encourage exploration, creativity, and confidence-building in a supportive environment. Projects are process-focused and help strengthen fine motor […]
Studio 55: Open Studio (Ages 55+)Instructor: Jesse McCormickSchedule: Alternating Fridays, March–December | 2:00–4:00 PMCost: Free when bringing your own supplies | $10 to use Spiva supplies (or $55 for the Spring Session) DescriptionStudio 55: Open Studio is a relaxed, welcoming open-work session designed for adults ages 55 and up. Facilitated by Jesse McCormick, these sessions […]
Figure Drawing for Kids Ages: 7–12Instructor: Jordan Murdock-ThompsonDate: Saturday, April 11Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMCost: $25 In this engaging drawing class, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of figure drawing through fun, interactive exercises designed especially for kids. The focus will be on understanding proportion, form, and movement, helping young artists learn how […]
Pottery: Hand Building & Wheel Throwing Ages: 16+Instructors: Kimberly Moreland & Chloe VanBecelaere Saturdays this Spring: March 14 | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM April 11 | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM May 16 | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM Cost: $70 per session | $190 for all threeCapacity: Limited to 8 students per sessionOutput: […]
You asked, we listened! The galleries will be open from 1-4pm the second Sunday of each month. We're striving to make the arts more accessible, no matter your schedule! Sundays work best for you? Mark your calendars for these days in 2026, 1-4pm: April 12 May 10 June 14 July 12 August 9 September 13 […]
Creation StationAges: 6–11 | Cost: $10 or $35 for all of March Mini Makers, our program for artists ages 2-5 is now running from 4:15-5:15 pm on Tuesdays alongside Creation Station! Learn more by visiting: www.spivaarts.org/minimakers Creation Station is a fun and welcoming art program designed for elementary-aged students to explore their creativity through hands-on […]
Mini Makers: Tuesday Edition Ages: 2–5Instructor: Jade Henning-CantrellWhen: TuesdaysTime: 4:15 – 5:15 PMCost: $10 Mini Makers is a playful, hands-on art class designed especially for our youngest artists. Each session introduces a new theme with age-appropriate activities that encourage exploration, creativity, and confidence-building in a supportive environment. Projects are process-focused and help strengthen fine motor […]
It is said that a picture is worth a thousand words – at Spiva Center for the Arts, that statement rings true as writers are inspired by the images from the PhotoSpiva 2026 exhibit. Join us for Spiva’s annual 1000 Words Poetry and Prose event. Individuals are invited to pick one or two exhibition photos […]
Studio 55: Guided (Ages 55+)Instructor: Jordan Murdock-ThompsonSchedule: Every other Friday, March–December | 2:00–4:00 PMCost: $10 per session, $55 for the entire Spring (March, April, & May | 6 Sessions Total)Project: Spring Sunset Acrylic Painting | See the full guided spring line up below under the checkout box DescriptionStudio 55: Guided is a welcoming, instructor-led art […]
Mini Makers: Saturday Edition Ages: 2–5Instructor: Jade Henning-CantrellWhen: One Saturday a MonthTime: 10:15 – 11:15 PMCost: $10 Mini Makers is a playful, hands-on art class designed especially for our youngest artists. Each session introduces a new theme with age-appropriate activities that encourage exploration, creativity, and confidence-building in a supportive environment. Projects are process-focused and help […]
Creation StationAges: 6–11 | Cost: $10 or $35 for all of March Mini Makers, our program for artists ages 2-5 is now running from 4:15-5:15 pm on Tuesdays alongside Creation Station! Learn more by visiting: www.spivaarts.org/minimakers Creation Station is a fun and welcoming art program designed for elementary-aged students to explore their creativity through hands-on […]
Mini Makers: Tuesday Edition Ages: 2–5Instructor: Jade Henning-CantrellWhen: TuesdaysTime: 4:15 – 5:15 PMCost: $10 Mini Makers is a playful, hands-on art class designed especially for our youngest artists. Each session introduces a new theme with age-appropriate activities that encourage exploration, creativity, and confidence-building in a supportive environment. Projects are process-focused and help strengthen fine motor […]
Studio 55: Open Studio (Ages 55+)Instructor: Jesse McCormickSchedule: Alternating Fridays, March–December | 2:00–4:00 PMCost: Free when bringing your own supplies | $10 to use Spiva supplies (or $55 for the Spring Session) DescriptionStudio 55: Open Studio is a relaxed, welcoming open-work session designed for adults ages 55 and up. Facilitated by Jesse McCormick, these sessions […]
Mark your calendars and get ready to bid on stunning art while supporting a great cause! The Closing Bidding Party for Small Works 2026 is Friday, April 24th, 5:30-7:30pm in the Sharon & Lance Beshore Gallery. What is Small Works? Small Works is more than a silent auction—it’s a celebration of our creative community and […]
Fused-Glass Pendant Ages: 8 – AdultInstructor: Jane McCaulleyDate: Saturday, April 25Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PMCost: $40 Celebrate the moms in your life with this special early Mother’s Day fused-glass class. Join Jane to design and create a beautiful glass pendant, perfect as a heartfelt gift or a keepsake for yourself. Participants will explore the […]
Creation StationAges: 6–11 | Cost: $10 or $35 for all of March Mini Makers, our program for artists ages 2-5 is now running from 4:15-5:15 pm on Tuesdays alongside Creation Station! Learn more by visiting: www.spivaarts.org/minimakers Creation Station is a fun and welcoming art program designed for elementary-aged students to explore their creativity through hands-on […]
Mini Makers: Tuesday Edition Ages: 2–5Instructor: Jade Henning-CantrellWhen: TuesdaysTime: 4:15 – 5:15 PMCost: $10 Mini Makers is a playful, hands-on art class designed especially for our youngest artists. Each session introduces a new theme with age-appropriate activities that encourage exploration, creativity, and confidence-building in a supportive environment. Projects are process-focused and help strengthen fine motor […]
Studio 55: Guided (Ages 55+)Instructor: Jordan Murdock-ThompsonSchedule: Every other Friday, March–December | 2:00–4:00 PMCost: $10 per session, $55 for the entire Spring (March, April, & May | 6 Sessions Total)Project: Drawing Explorations | See the full guided spring line up below under the checkout box DescriptionStudio 55: Guided is a welcoming, instructor-led art class designed […]
The Friends of St. Avips is a permanent organization of 40 women who volunteer their efforts to promote interest in, and to provide financial assistance to George A. Spiva Center for the Arts. In addition to the annual ball, the organization assists in receptions at the Center sponsors exhibits, and participates in other fundraising events […]
Watercolor Bouquets Ages: 14 – AdultInstructor: Rachel CabralDate: Saturday, May 2Time: 12:30 – 2:30 PMCost: $35 Create a bouquet that lasts forever in this mixed-media watercolor class with Rachel. Participants will be guided through painting flowers and foliage using watercolor and ink, exploring expressive brushwork, line, and layering. Once complete, the painted elements will be […]