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78th Joy Spiva Cragin Membership Show

November 1 - December 19, 2025

Freeman Health System Main Gallery

Spiva’s annual showcase of members’ work is celebrating 78 years! One of Spiva’s original exhibits, the work is a proclamation of our members’ hearts, minds, skills, and passions. Spiva’s members present their best work in this annual showcase of regional talent. 100+ area artists provide pieces of several mediums, including ceramics, watercolor, wood, oils, metal, photography, and mixed media. Awards are presented for adults and youth categories.

Open to all Spiva members currently in good standing. Spiva members may enter a maximum of ONE ORIGINAL ARTWORK—no copies or reproductions—in any medium. Artwork previously shown at Spiva is not eligible for this exhibit no matter in which gallery it was shown.

Artwork dropoff: October 16-18 | 10am-5pm
Artwork pickup: December 19, 4-6pm | December 20, 10am-5pm

Download the form here: 78th Membership Show Form or find it at the 2nd floor gallery desk!

Reception: November 1 | 5:30 – 7:30pm

Upcoming Events & Exhibits

78th Joy Spiva Cragin Membership Show

November 1 – December 19, 2025
Freeman Health System Main Gallery

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November 1 – December 20, 2025
Sharon & Lance Beshore Gallery

Watercolor USA 2025

August 23 – October 11, 2025
Freeman Health System Main Gallery

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Location & Hours

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