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Artists and creatives of all experience levels are invited to submit original artwork for a public art project that will bring color and creativity to downtown Joplin. Selected designs will be professionally reproduced as vinyl wraps and installed on utility boxes throughout downtown Joplin, adding vibrancy and a stronger sense of place to everyday infrastructure. […] 
Spiva Center for the Arts is pleased to announce an upcoming call for entries for a printmaking-focused exhibition celebrating the depth, versatility, and creative potential of the medium. Artists working in all forms of printmaking—from traditional techniques such as etching, woodcut, and lithography to contemporary and experimental processes—are encouraged to apply. Press Play: Collage in Print will place a special emphasis […] |
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Go behind the scenes of the World Street Painting Festival and hear directly from the internationally acclaimed artists transforming Joplin into a global destination for 3D street art. As part of the 2026 World Street Painting Festival celebrating the Route 66 Centennial, artists from around the world will gather to share their creative processes, […] |
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Want a delicious way to support local art? Join us at Club 609 Benefit Day where they are generously donating 10% of proceeds to Spiva Center for the Arts – this goes directly to support programming, exhibits, classes, and more that keeps art accessible in our community. Check out 609’s menu, drinks, and history here: club609.com
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Join us for a reception celebrating Jesse McCormick's Whirled World of Freed Fantasies in the Harry M. Cornell Jr. Gallery. Jesse will also have an Artist Talk taking place on Sunday, July 12th at 2:00pm. $10 Suggested Donation |
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Plan to join us for a summer of Studio 55? Buy a discounted bundle to attend each class with one quick sign up. Guided Class Description Cost: $10 per session, $55 for the entire Summer Studio 55: Guided is a welcoming, instructor-led art class designed for adults ages 55 and up. Join Jordan Murdock-Thompson every […] 
Studio 55: Guided (Ages 55+) Instructor: Jade Henning-Cantrell Schedule: Scheduled Fridays, March–December | 2:00–4:00 PM Cost: $10 per session, $55 for the entire Summer Project: Cyanotype Printing Description Studio 55: Guided is a welcoming, instructor-led art class designed for adults ages 55 and up. Join Jordan Murdock-Thompson every other Friday to explore a variety of […] |
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Pottery: Hand Building & Wheel Throwing Ages: 16+ Instructors: Kimberly Moreland & Chloe VanBecelaere Saturday June 6, 11 am - 2 pm Cost: $75 per session Capacity: Limited to 10 students Output: Up to 4 finished pieces total Join Kimblery and Chloe for an immersive pottery experience that blends wheel throwing and hand building in […]
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Art on Tap: A Toast to 18 Years! Spiva’s beloved tasting event returns—now celebrating 18 years of brews, bites, and community cheer! Join us for a lively evening filled with craft beer, delicious eats, great company, live music by the Bluff Dwellers, and a silent auction! A selection of curated items and themed baskets will […] |
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Week 1 | June 9–12Build your perfect camp day! Mix and match morning and afternoon camps for a full day of art. Lunch Club is available for an easy midday transition between camps. 🌱 Sprout & Create Ages: 7–14 Instructors: MaKenna Hawkins & Rachel Cabral Dates: Tuesday–Friday, June 9–12 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM Cost: $140 Join our […] |
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Two-Day Beginner Stained Glass Workshop | $90 Ages: 16+ | Two-Part Workshop Teacher: Dianne Miller Saturday, June 13, 12 - 4 pm Sunday, June 14, 1 - 4 pm Join Diane to explore the fundamentals of stained glass artistry during this two day workshop and seize the chance to craft your very own unique […] |
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We asked, and you answered! 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: June 14 July 12 August 9 September 13 October 11 November […]
Two-Day Beginner Stained Glass Workshop | $90 Ages: 16+ | Two-Part Workshop Teacher: Dianne Miller Saturday, June 13, 12 - 4 pm Sunday, June 14, 1 - 4 pm Join Diane to explore the fundamentals of stained glass artistry during this two day workshop and seize the chance to craft your very own unique […]
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Get ready for Summer Movie on the Green: Wheels and Reels by building your own cardboard car at Spiva! Kids are invited to join us on Sunday, June 14, 2-4pm for a hands-on make day where they can design and decorate a cardboard cruiser to enter in the Wheels & Reels Cardboard Cruiser Contest on […] |
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Week 2 | June 16–18Build your perfect camp day! Mix and match morning and afternoon camps for a full day of art. Lunch Club is available for an easy midday transition between camps. 🖌️ Kid's Mural Camp Ages: 8–13 Instructor: Crystal Davis Dates: Tuesday–Thursday, June 16–18 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Cost: $115 Join […] |
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Start your engines for a summer night on the green! Spiva Center for the Arts and Connect2Culture invite you to the Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex for Summer Movie on the Green: Wheels and Reels, a special outdoor movie event celebrating the 100th anniversary of Route 66 and the 20th anniversary of Disney […]
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Start your engines and grab the cardboard! As part of Summer Movie on the Green: Wheels and Reels, Spiva Center for the Arts is inviting artists, families, kids, and creative grown-ups to enter the Wheels & Reels Cardboard Cruiser Contest. Build your own cardboard car and bring it to the Cornell Complex on Thursday, June […] |
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Studio 55: Open Studio (Ages 55+) Instructor: Jesse McCormick Schedule: Scheduled Fridays, March–December | 2:00–4:00 PM Cost: Free when bringing your own supplies | $10 to use Spiva supplies (or $45 for the Summer Session) Description Studio 55: Open Studio is a relaxed, welcoming open-work session designed for adults ages 55 and up. Facilitated by Jesse […]
Studio 55: Guided (Ages 55+) Instructor: Jordan Murdock-Thompson Schedule: Scheduled Fridays, March–December | 2:00–4:00 PM Cost: $10 per session, $55 for the entire Summer Project: Cut Paper Watercolors Description Studio 55: Guided is a welcoming, instructor-led art class designed for adults ages 55 and up. Join Jordan Murdock-Thompson every other Friday to explore a variety […] |
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Ages: 16+ Instructor: Rachel Cabral Date: Saturday, April 4 Time: 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM Cost: $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 […] 
Father’s Day Denim Gifts | $35 Ages: 10-17 Teacher: Autumn Neuenschwander Saturday, June 20, 12:30 - 2:30 pm Join us to transform denim scraps into keychains, painted coasters, bookmarks, and flowers as gifts for the dads, grandpas, and role models in your life just in time for Father's Day. |
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Due to popular demand, we have added a second week of Mini Makers camps. The camp will repeat the same projects as Week 3 but give more parents and children the opportunity to participate: spivaarts.org/event/week-4-camps-mini-makers-edition/ Week 3 | June 23–25🎨 Mini Makers Camp Ages: 2–5 Instructor: Mrs. Jade Dates: Tuesday–Thursday, June 23–25 Time: 10:15 – […] 
Week 3 | June 23–25Build your perfect camp day! Mix and match morning and afternoon camps for a full day of art. Lunch Club is available for an easy midday transition between camps.A Note on Registration: To make the checkout process as smooth as possible and prevent you from needing to fill out registration multiple […] |
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Fused Glass Flower | $50 Ages: 10+ (children must be accompanied by an adult) Teacher: Dianne Miller Date: Saturday, June 27th Using glass powders and water, create a colorful slurry and design a glass flower to be fused on a ceramic mold. After drilling a hole, a copper tube is inserted to make a free-standing […]
Fused Glass Flower | $50 Ages: 10+ (children must be accompanied by an adult) Teacher: Dianne Miller Date: Saturday, June 27th Using glass powders and water, create a colorful slurry and design a glass flower to be fused on a ceramic mold. After drilling a hole, a copper tube is inserted to make a free-standing […] |
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Week 4 | June 30–July 2Build your perfect camp day! Mix and match morning and afternoon camps for a full day of art. Lunch Club is available for an easy midday transition between camps.A Note on Registration:To make the checkout process as smooth as possible and prevent you from needing to fill out registration multiple […]
Due to popular demand, we have added a second week of Mini Makers camps. The camp will repeat the same projects as Week 3 but give more parents and children the opportunity to participate. Week 4 | June 30–July 2 🎨 Mini Makers Camp Ages: 2–5 Instructor: Mrs. Jade Dates: Tuesday–Thursday, June 30–July 2 Time: […] |
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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
