Galleries are currently closed for the 64th St. Avips Ball. They will reopen Saturday, May 2 at 10am!

Emerging Expressions: A High School Art Showcase

March 4 - 20, 2024

Sharon & Lance Beshore Gallery

The Kiwanis Club of Joplin and Spiva Center for the Arts proudly present our inaugural high school exhibition and competition. An art exhibit featuring the talents of 59 students from five area high schools. This showcase is a celebration of the budding creativity and perspectives of young artists in the Joplin area community.

Schools Featured:

  • Carl Junction High School
  • Joplin High School
  • McAuley Catholic High School
  • Thomas Jefferson Independant Day School
  • Webb City High School
Reception: April 5, 5:30-7:30pm | Reception & Awards

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Watercolor USA 2026

May 30 – July 25, 2026
Freeman Health System Main Gallery

PhotoSpiva Kids & Teens

May 7 – May 23, 2026
Jo Mueller Reserve Gallery

VC Torneden: Reflections of 66

May 30 – July 25, 2026
Jo Mueller Reserve 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