Members and exhibiting artists are invited for an exciting opening reception for the following exhibits: The 78th Joy Spiva Cragin Membership Show Impressions & Exposures: The Hand Magazine Exhibit Joplin Regional Artists Coalition Presents: What Lies Beneath Larry Clingman Retrospective: The Collector's Tribute Awards are presented for adults and youth categories in the Membership Show. […]
Enjoy a reception and fundraiser for Create2Educate: Prone to Wander! 100 children, 50 from Kampala, Uganda (in Africa) and 50 from Joplin, Missouri, (in USA), will complete a small 5″ x 5″ work of art, on a canvas panel, using a template of a Sheep designed by Cindy Head, an artist in Webb City, Missouri. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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
