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Afterschool Art Programs | Creation Station & Mini Makers

Join us Tuesday afternoons at 4 pm for our two afterschool art programs, Mini Makers and Creation Station!

 
Creation Station | Ages: 6-11
Instructor: Emily Cole
Time: 4-5 pm
Cost: $10 | Creation Station is now $8 thanks to the Lemons Charitable Trust!
Mini Makers | Ages: 2–5
Instructor: Jade Henning-Cantrell
Time: 4-5 pm
Cost: $10 | Mini Makers is now $8 thanks to the Lemons Charitable Trust!

Creation Station is a fun and welcoming art program designed for elementary-aged students to explore their creativity through hands-on projects. Each week features a new theme and medium—ranging from painting and drawing to sculpture, printmaking, and mixed media.

Students receive step-by-step guidance while being encouraged to make choices that personalize their artwork,  helping them build skills, confidence, and creative problem-solving.

This class is perfect for kids who love experimenting with different materials and want to grow their artistic voice in a supportive environment.

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 skills, early problem-solving, and self-expression—while still being fun, flexible, and engaging for little hands.
 
Mini Makers is a parent-led class. This means parents are expected to stay in the classroom during the program to work with their young artists.
 
What to expect:


– Sensory-friendly, hands-on art activities
– A focus on exploration, not just finished results
– Opportunities to build confidence and creative curiosity- All supplies provided 
 
Pre-registration is required. Walk-in availability will be limited and may not be available at all depending on the number of online sign-ups. Sign up options include individual sessions, monthly passes, and seasonal passes.

Upcoming Classes

Afterschool Art | Creation Station & Mini Makers

2026-09-01 16:00:00
September 1, 2026
$$8

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Ages 2-5, 6-11

Studio 55: Season Passes

2026-09-04 14:00:00
September 4, 2026
$65

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Ages 55+

Studio 55: Guided Class

2026-09-04 14:00:00
September 4, 2026
$10

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Ages 55+

Details

Upcoming Events & Exhibits

Afterschool Art | Creation Station & Mini Makers

2026-09-01 16:00:00
September 1, 2026
$$8

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Ages 2-5, 6-11

Opening Reception | Holly Goodwin: McArdle’s in Everyday Life

2026-09-03 17:30:00
September 3, 2026

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Studio 55: Guided Class

2026-09-04 14:00:00
September 4, 2026
$10

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Ages 55+

Contact Us

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