The revelation of hidden things is woven throughout this collection of "Oddities and Ends" by local artist V Leigh Carr. This whimsically diverse body of work interprets reality in the fantastical, and fantasy in the realistic. Each piece relates a love for contrast, the natural world, and sharing a story untold. Free and open to […]

Local Color Art Gallery & Studio artist Barbara Hicklin brings a collection of stunning watercolor and oil paintings to the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce. Free and open to the public.

This Smithsonian-created poster exhibition honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s final and most ambitious vision that each U.S. citizen have equal access to economic opportunities and the American dream. It examines the Poor People’s Campaign, a grassroots, multiracial movement that drew thousands of people to Washington, D.C. for 43 days between May and June 1968, […]

In 2014, Post Art Library put out an international call for mail art for an exhibit that has since turned into an ongoing project. Post Mail Art Projekt 2021: Show Me Mail Art is an exhibit of pieces in their collection, as well as an active call for mail art. The call is open to […]

Good food and great art – what more could you ask for? See a variety of nature-themed artwork by local artist Gary Schiefelbein and grab a bite to eat, all at Club 609! Free and open to the public.

Chicago AuditionsMonday & Tuesday | January 17 & 18 | 7:00pm At Studio 124 (124 S Main St) In 1920s Chicago, chorine Roxie Hart murders a faithless lover and convinces her hapless husband, Amos, to take the rap. . . until he realizes he's been duped and turns on Roxie. Convicted and sent to death […]

The revelation of hidden things is woven throughout this collection of "Oddities and Ends" by local artist V Leigh Carr. This whimsically diverse body of work interprets reality in the fantastical, and fantasy in the realistic. Each piece relates a love for contrast, the natural world, and sharing a story untold. Free and open to […]

Local Color Art Gallery & Studio artist Barbara Hicklin brings a collection of stunning watercolor and oil paintings to the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce. Free and open to the public.

Multi-media artist Shawn Bitters brings volcanoes to Missouri Southern State University's Spiva Art Gallery with his explosive solo exhibition Vents, Missives, and Fumaroles. A professor at the University of Kansas, Bitters works with drawing, painting, screen-printing, digital media, and sculpture to create volcanic landscapes that erupt with color, humor, and secrets codes. These works flip […]

Explore the outdoors with a collection of stunning photographs from local photographer Stephen Miller! Visit the Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center to see Miller's work or purchase it at the Wildcat Glades Nature Store. Free and open to the public.

In 2014, Post Art Library put out an international call for mail art for an exhibit that has since turned into an ongoing project. Post Mail Art Projekt 2021: Show Me Mail Art is an exhibit of pieces in their collection, as well as an active call for mail art. The call is open to […]

This Smithsonian-created poster exhibition honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s final and most ambitious vision that each U.S. citizen have equal access to economic opportunities and the American dream. It examines the Poor People’s Campaign, a grassroots, multiracial movement that drew thousands of people to Washington, D.C. for 43 days between May and June 1968, […]

Award-winning, Missouri artist John Fitzgibbon brings a vivid series of paintings to Spiva Center for the Arts in his exhibit Splashes of Color. Each painting depicts places Fitzgibbon has visited or people he's met, creating a colorful collection of artwork that celebrates life through watercolor, oils, and acrylics. Free and open to the public; donations […]

Two artists who have never met nor had previously seen each other’s work are being brought together for an exhibit that explores the subconscious and the primal. Upon seeing their work, Exhibits Director Shaun Conroy immediately saw a connection between Lynch's intricate drawings and mask boxes, and Martin's surreal, mixed media works. Free and open […]

Spiva Center for the Arts is excited to have nearly 2,000 kids back in their building! No one imagined that when they last said good-bye to area third graders in 2020 that it would be two years before Spiva staff saw them again. But 2022 will bring everyone back together and Spiva is pulling out […]

Local artist and teacher Dustin Miller presents a collection of paintings depicting iconic, area landscapes and buildings. Free and open to the public.

Good food and great art – what more could you ask for? See a variety of nature-themed artwork by local artist Gary Schiefelbein and grab a bite to eat, all at Club 609! Free and open to the public.

Visit whimsical worlds and magical scenes with Cher Jiang's exhibit Cher's Fairyland! Jiang, an illustrator whose work has been published in children's books, begins each piece of artwork in pencil but completes them with digital painting and effects.

Joplin Area Town and Country Quilters MeetingTuesday, January 18 | 1:00–3:00pmAt Peace Lutheran Church (3100 N Saint Louis Ave)A day of fellowship and quilting! Members and guests are invited to join the Joplin Area Town and Country Quilters for their monthly meeting and to see sewn items created during the group's "Do You Want to […]

Ladies' Night Out (Ages 18+)Tuesdays | Until 8:00pm At Firehouse Pottery-Joplin (112 S Main St)Ladies! Gather your girls and enjoy a creative evening with Firehouse Pottery-Joplin. Ladies enjoy free studio fees until 8:00pm on Tuesdays. More information: Charity Hawkins, firehousepotteryjoplin@gmail.com, 417.553.0671.

Tuesday Oil, Acrylic, & Watercolor Come & GoTuesdays | 2:00–5:00pm At Local Color Art Gallery & Studio (1027 S Main St)Calling all “big kids" for a weekly drop-in painting class for adults! Decide when to come and how long to stay. With up to 3 hours of painting time, you can both accomplish and enjoy more […]

Creation Station – Online! (Ages 6-11) Tuesdays | 4:00pm Via Zoom Everyone’s favorite afternoon class is back! Register your child today and receive a Zoom link to join the fun. Pre-registration is required, and space is limited in this popular class. Register by emailing sclements@spivaarts.org. Sponsored by Dr. John and Joy Cragin. Free and open […]

Chicago AuditionsMonday & Tuesday | January 17 & 18 | 7:00pm At Studio 124 (124 S Main St) In 1920s Chicago, chorine Roxie Hart murders a faithless lover and convinces her hapless husband, Amos, to take the rap. . . until he realizes he's been duped and turns on Roxie. Convicted and sent to death […]

The revelation of hidden things is woven throughout this collection of "Oddities and Ends" by local artist V Leigh Carr. This whimsically diverse body of work interprets reality in the fantastical, and fantasy in the realistic. Each piece relates a love for contrast, the natural world, and sharing a story untold. Free and open to […]

Local Color Art Gallery & Studio artist Barbara Hicklin brings a collection of stunning watercolor and oil paintings to the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce. Free and open to the public.

Explore the outdoors with a collection of stunning photographs from local photographer Stephen Miller! Visit the Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center to see Miller's work or purchase it at the Wildcat Glades Nature Store. Free and open to the public.

Multi-media artist Shawn Bitters brings volcanoes to Missouri Southern State University's Spiva Art Gallery with his explosive solo exhibition Vents, Missives, and Fumaroles. A professor at the University of Kansas, Bitters works with drawing, painting, screen-printing, digital media, and sculpture to create volcanic landscapes that erupt with color, humor, and secrets codes. These works flip […]

In 2014, Post Art Library put out an international call for mail art for an exhibit that has since turned into an ongoing project. Post Mail Art Projekt 2021: Show Me Mail Art is an exhibit of pieces in their collection, as well as an active call for mail art. The call is open to […]

This Smithsonian-created poster exhibition honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s final and most ambitious vision that each U.S. citizen have equal access to economic opportunities and the American dream. It examines the Poor People’s Campaign, a grassroots, multiracial movement that drew thousands of people to Washington, D.C. for 43 days between May and June 1968, […]

Spiva Center for the Arts is excited to have nearly 2,000 kids back in their building! No one imagined that when they last said good-bye to area third graders in 2020 that it would be two years before Spiva staff saw them again. But 2022 will bring everyone back together and Spiva is pulling out […]

Award-winning, Missouri artist John Fitzgibbon brings a vivid series of paintings to Spiva Center for the Arts in his exhibit Splashes of Color. Each painting depicts places Fitzgibbon has visited or people he's met, creating a colorful collection of artwork that celebrates life through watercolor, oils, and acrylics. Free and open to the public; donations […]

Two artists who have never met nor had previously seen each other’s work are being brought together for an exhibit that explores the subconscious and the primal. Upon seeing their work, Exhibits Director Shaun Conroy immediately saw a connection between Lynch's intricate drawings and mask boxes, and Martin's surreal, mixed media works. Free and open […]

Local artist and teacher Dustin Miller presents a collection of paintings depicting iconic, area landscapes and buildings. Free and open to the public.

Good food and great art – what more could you ask for? See a variety of nature-themed artwork by local artist Gary Schiefelbein and grab a bite to eat, all at Club 609! Free and open to the public.

Gain a valuable introduction to building basic shelters in all types of situations during this virtual class! This virtual program is part six of a multi-part series on primitive skills and bushcraft. All ages welcome. Registration required; reserve your spot at mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/181033. Free and open to the public. More information: Andy Rhodes, Andy.Rhodes@mdc.mo.gov, 417.629.3434. Visit the […]

Visit whimsical worlds and magical scenes with Cher Jiang's exhibit Cher's Fairyland! Jiang, an illustrator whose work has been published in children's books, begins each piece of artwork in pencil but completes them with digital painting and effects.

Wednesday Oil, Acrylic, & Watercolor Come & GoWednesdays | 2:00–5:00pm At Local Color Art Gallery & Studio (1027 S Main St)Calling all “big kids" for a weekly drop-in painting class for adults! Decide when to come and how long to stay. With up to 3 hours of painting time, you can both accomplish and enjoy more […]

Wine'd Down WednesdayWednesdays | 5:00–9:00pmAt Create N Sip Studios (223 W 3rd St) Create N Sip Studios is combining the best of both worlds with their Canvas and Home Decor DIY Event! Choose the project that works for you. Prices vary depending on chosen project. Cost: $28–$58. More information: John Coleman, coleman@creatensip.com, 417.680.5434.

The revelation of hidden things is woven throughout this collection of "Oddities and Ends" by local artist V Leigh Carr. This whimsically diverse body of work interprets reality in the fantastical, and fantasy in the realistic. Each piece relates a love for contrast, the natural world, and sharing a story untold. Free and open to […]

Local Color Art Gallery & Studio artist Barbara Hicklin brings a collection of stunning watercolor and oil paintings to the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce. Free and open to the public.

Explore the outdoors with a collection of stunning photographs from local photographer Stephen Miller! Visit the Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center to see Miller's work or purchase it at the Wildcat Glades Nature Store. Free and open to the public.

Multi-media artist Shawn Bitters brings volcanoes to Missouri Southern State University's Spiva Art Gallery with his explosive solo exhibition Vents, Missives, and Fumaroles. A professor at the University of Kansas, Bitters works with drawing, painting, screen-printing, digital media, and sculpture to create volcanic landscapes that erupt with color, humor, and secrets codes. These works flip […]

In 2014, Post Art Library put out an international call for mail art for an exhibit that has since turned into an ongoing project. Post Mail Art Projekt 2021: Show Me Mail Art is an exhibit of pieces in their collection, as well as an active call for mail art. The call is open to […]

This Smithsonian-created poster exhibition honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s final and most ambitious vision that each U.S. citizen have equal access to economic opportunities and the American dream. It examines the Poor People’s Campaign, a grassroots, multiracial movement that drew thousands of people to Washington, D.C. for 43 days between May and June 1968, […]

Two artists who have never met nor had previously seen each other’s work are being brought together for an exhibit that explores the subconscious and the primal. Upon seeing their work, Exhibits Director Shaun Conroy immediately saw a connection between Lynch's intricate drawings and mask boxes, and Martin's surreal, mixed media works. Free and open […]

Award-winning, Missouri artist John Fitzgibbon brings a vivid series of paintings to Spiva Center for the Arts in his exhibit Splashes of Color. Each painting depicts places Fitzgibbon has visited or people he's met, creating a colorful collection of artwork that celebrates life through watercolor, oils, and acrylics. Free and open to the public; donations […]

Spiva Center for the Arts is excited to have nearly 2,000 kids back in their building! No one imagined that when they last said good-bye to area third graders in 2020 that it would be two years before Spiva staff saw them again. But 2022 will bring everyone back together and Spiva is pulling out […]

Local artist and teacher Dustin Miller presents a collection of paintings depicting iconic, area landscapes and buildings. Free and open to the public.

Good food and great art – what more could you ask for? See a variety of nature-themed artwork by local artist Gary Schiefelbein and grab a bite to eat, all at Club 609! Free and open to the public.

Calling all Missouri artists, arts administrators, and arts advocates! If there was ever a time to advocate for better support of the arts, it’s now. Join Missouri Citizens for the Arts via Zoom for arts advocacy training. This session is open to any region of the state and will help prep you for meetings with legislators […]

Visit whimsical worlds and magical scenes with Cher Jiang's exhibit Cher's Fairyland! Jiang, an illustrator whose work has been published in children's books, begins each piece of artwork in pencil but completes them with digital painting and effects.

Hear from multi-media artist Shawn Bitters about his explosive solo exhibition, Vents, Missives, and Fumaroles, and learn how he depicts volcanic doom as joyful acts of re-creation. Those unable to attend in person are welcome to tune in via Zoom at mssu-edu.zoom.us/j/92536048775?pwd=RUdXa3J6c1prbXI0NUpNbUVXanNidz09, password 999181. Free and open to the public.

See MSSU Spiva Art Gallery's walls erupt with color, humor, and secret codes during the opening reception of Shawn Bitters' Vents, Missives, and Fumaroles! Bitters' vivid artwork depicts fateful cataclysms, turning volcanic doom into joyful acts of re-creation. Free and open to the public.

Comedy Open MicThursdays | 8:00pmAt Brew Pub & Parlor (813 S Main St)Pratt Presents invites you to listen to some great local comedy or try your latest stand-up routine at Brew Pub & Parlor! Free and open to the public. More information: Travis Pratt, traviscpratt@gmail.com.

The revelation of hidden things is woven throughout this collection of "Oddities and Ends" by local artist V Leigh Carr. This whimsically diverse body of work interprets reality in the fantastical, and fantasy in the realistic. Each piece relates a love for contrast, the natural world, and sharing a story untold. Free and open to […]

Local Color Art Gallery & Studio artist Barbara Hicklin brings a collection of stunning watercolor and oil paintings to the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce. Free and open to the public.

Explore the outdoors with a collection of stunning photographs from local photographer Stephen Miller! Visit the Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center to see Miller's work or purchase it at the Wildcat Glades Nature Store. Free and open to the public.

Multi-media artist Shawn Bitters brings volcanoes to Missouri Southern State University's Spiva Art Gallery with his explosive solo exhibition Vents, Missives, and Fumaroles. A professor at the University of Kansas, Bitters works with drawing, painting, screen-printing, digital media, and sculpture to create volcanic landscapes that erupt with color, humor, and secrets codes. These works flip […]

In 2014, Post Art Library put out an international call for mail art for an exhibit that has since turned into an ongoing project. Post Mail Art Projekt 2021: Show Me Mail Art is an exhibit of pieces in their collection, as well as an active call for mail art. The call is open to […]

This Smithsonian-created poster exhibition honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s final and most ambitious vision that each U.S. citizen have equal access to economic opportunities and the American dream. It examines the Poor People’s Campaign, a grassroots, multiracial movement that drew thousands of people to Washington, D.C. for 43 days between May and June 1968, […]

Spiva Art Class at The ROCC Fridays | 9:30–10:30am At The ROCC (1402 S Main St) The Recovery Outreach Community Center (ROCC), a community center that provides peer recovery support services, is partnering with Spiva Center for the Arts for weekly art classes! Join them at 9:30am and express yourself, regardless of your artistic abilities. […]

Award-winning, Missouri artist John Fitzgibbon brings a vivid series of paintings to Spiva Center for the Arts in his exhibit Splashes of Color. Each painting depicts places Fitzgibbon has visited or people he's met, creating a colorful collection of artwork that celebrates life through watercolor, oils, and acrylics. Free and open to the public; donations […]

Spiva Center for the Arts is excited to have nearly 2,000 kids back in their building! No one imagined that when they last said good-bye to area third graders in 2020 that it would be two years before Spiva staff saw them again. But 2022 will bring everyone back together and Spiva is pulling out […]

Two artists who have never met nor had previously seen each other’s work are being brought together for an exhibit that explores the subconscious and the primal. Upon seeing their work, Exhibits Director Shaun Conroy immediately saw a connection between Lynch's intricate drawings and mask boxes, and Martin's surreal, mixed media works. Free and open […]

Big, beautiful, and brawny, bald eagles are the kings of the sky. Learn all about the special adaptations that make these birds royalty! Registration required; reserve your spot at mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/181837. Free and open to the public. More information: Kensi Tillman, Kensi.Tillman@mdc.mo.gov, 417.629.3434. Visit the Missouri Department of Conservation's website at mdc.mo.gov.

Local artist and teacher Dustin Miller presents a collection of paintings depicting iconic, area landscapes and buildings. Free and open to the public.

Good food and great art – what more could you ask for? See a variety of nature-themed artwork by local artist Gary Schiefelbein and grab a bite to eat, all at Club 609! Free and open to the public.

Visit whimsical worlds and magical scenes with Cher Jiang's exhibit Cher's Fairyland! Jiang, an illustrator whose work has been published in children's books, begins each piece of artwork in pencil but completes them with digital painting and effects.

Date Night Fridays | Until 8:00pmAt Firehouse Pottery-Joplin (112 S Main St)Looking for something different to do on a Friday night? Firehouse Pottery-Joplin has something just for you. Friday nights are date night with 2-for-1 studio fees until 8:00pm for all couples. More information: Charity Hawkins, firehousepotteryjoplin@gmail.com, 417.553.0671.

Wood Burning Class with Roxenne Kendall (Ages 10+)Third Fridays | 6:00–8:30pmAt Local Color Art Gallery & Studio (1027 S Main St)Play with fire during this unforgettable class! Learn the art of pyrography (wood burning) and use it to create a design on a bamboo cutting board. Registration required; reserve your spot by calling Local Color […]

The revelation of hidden things is woven throughout this collection of "Oddities and Ends" by local artist V Leigh Carr. This whimsically diverse body of work interprets reality in the fantastical, and fantasy in the realistic. Each piece relates a love for contrast, the natural world, and sharing a story untold. Free and open to […]

In 2014, Post Art Library put out an international call for mail art for an exhibit that has since turned into an ongoing project. Post Mail Art Projekt 2021: Show Me Mail Art is an exhibit of pieces in their collection, as well as an active call for mail art. The call is open to […]

This Smithsonian-created poster exhibition honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s final and most ambitious vision that each U.S. citizen have equal access to economic opportunities and the American dream. It examines the Poor People’s Campaign, a grassroots, multiracial movement that drew thousands of people to Washington, D.C. for 43 days between May and June 1968, […]

Joplin Empire MarketSaturdays | 10:00am–2:00pmJoplin Empire Market (931 E 4th St)The Joplin Empire Market is the place to find the best in locally grown produce, gourmet foodstuffs, and handmade artisan goods. Housed in a historic brick building adjacent to downtown, this indoor/outdoor public market is one of Joplin’s favorite gathering spots. Curbside ordering is available and […]

Explore the outdoors with a collection of stunning photographs from local photographer Stephen Miller! Visit the Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center to see Miller's work or purchase it at the Wildcat Glades Nature Store. Free and open to the public.

Spiva Center for the Arts is excited to have nearly 2,000 kids back in their building! No one imagined that when they last said good-bye to area third graders in 2020 that it would be two years before Spiva staff saw them again. But 2022 will bring everyone back together and Spiva is pulling out […]

Award-winning, Missouri artist John Fitzgibbon brings a vivid series of paintings to Spiva Center for the Arts in his exhibit Splashes of Color. Each painting depicts places Fitzgibbon has visited or people he's met, creating a colorful collection of artwork that celebrates life through watercolor, oils, and acrylics. Free and open to the public; donations […]

Two artists who have never met nor had previously seen each other’s work are being brought together for an exhibit that explores the subconscious and the primal. Upon seeing their work, Exhibits Director Shaun Conroy immediately saw a connection between Lynch's intricate drawings and mask boxes, and Martin's surreal, mixed media works. Free and open […]

Have you ever been out on a walk and come across a track, or maybe some scat? Who left it there? How can we tell who has been here? There is a lot to be said about an animal’s footprint, or even their poop. So, learn all about the thing’s animals leave behind! Participants will […]

Local artist and teacher Dustin Miller presents a collection of paintings depicting iconic, area landscapes and buildings. Free and open to the public.

Good food and great art – what more could you ask for? See a variety of nature-themed artwork by local artist Gary Schiefelbein and grab a bite to eat, all at Club 609! Free and open to the public.

Visit whimsical worlds and magical scenes with Cher Jiang's exhibit Cher's Fairyland! Jiang, an illustrator whose work has been published in children's books, begins each piece of artwork in pencil but completes them with digital painting and effects.

Who Was George Washington Carver?Saturday & Sunday | January 22 & 23 | 1:00pmAt George Washington Carver National Monument (5646 Carver Rd, Diamond, MO)World-renowned scientist, passionate educator, and dedicated mentor. George Washington Carver was all of these and so much more! Discover more about this visionary with the rangers at George Washington Carver National Monument. Due […]

JGH After Hours – Open Mic NightSaturday, January 22 | 5:30–8:00pmAt Joplin Greenhouse & Garden Center (2820 E 32nd St)Do you have a special talent you'd like to share? Joplin Greenhouse and Coffee Shop invites musicians, poets, and artists of all kinds to join them for a relaxed evening full of performances from local talent! […]

Snowflake Sun Catchers with Jane McCaulley (Ages 9+)Saturday, January 22 | 3:00–5:00pmAt Spiva Center for the Arts (222 W 3rd St)Winter isn’t over yet, but you can still bring some cheer inside with beautiful snowflake sun catchers! Participants will learn about glass art while making their own unique creation to take home. Registration required; register […]

The revelation of hidden things is woven throughout this collection of "Oddities and Ends" by local artist V Leigh Carr. This whimsically diverse body of work interprets reality in the fantastical, and fantasy in the realistic. Each piece relates a love for contrast, the natural world, and sharing a story untold. Free and open to […]

In 2014, Post Art Library put out an international call for mail art for an exhibit that has since turned into an ongoing project. Post Mail Art Projekt 2021: Show Me Mail Art is an exhibit of pieces in their collection, as well as an active call for mail art. The call is open to […]

Who Was George Washington Carver?Saturday & Sunday | January 22 & 23 | 1:00pmAt George Washington Carver National Monument (5646 Carver Rd, Diamond, MO)World-renowned scientist, passionate educator, and dedicated mentor. George Washington Carver was all of these and so much more! Discover more about this visionary with the rangers at George Washington Carver National Monument. Due […]

This Smithsonian-created poster exhibition honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s final and most ambitious vision that each U.S. citizen have equal access to economic opportunities and the American dream. It examines the Poor People’s Campaign, a grassroots, multiracial movement that drew thousands of people to Washington, D.C. for 43 days between May and June 1968, […]

Open Mic Comedy NightSundays | 9:00pm (Sign-Up 8:30pm)At Blackthorn Pizza & Pub (510 S Joplin Ave)Join Joplin Comedy and try out your latest stand-up routine or take in the acts of local comedians, all while enjoying tasty pizza from Blackthorn Pizza & Pub. Age restrictions: 18+ until 10:00pm. 21+ from 10:00pm until close. Free and […]