Bad Art by Good People / Ozarks Icons Opening Ceremony
“Ozarks Icons” invites artists to delve into the heart and soul of the Ozarks through your art! From the historic stretches of Route 66 to the culinary masterpiece of Cashew Chicken, from the mysterious origins of our not – so – native cobras to the iconic Bob Barker Boulevard we want to celebrate the people, […]
With Every Fiber Show Opening Ceremony
Join us at the Creamery Arts Center for the First Friday debut of the With Every Fiber Show! Encompassing embroidery, weaving, quilting, fashion, paper quilling, basket weaving, illustration of costume design, and much, much more, “With Every Fiber” encourages artists to embrace and push the boundaries of textiles. Use your art to celebrate a traditional […]
Queer Artist Showcase
We are happy to announce the 2026 Queer Artist Showcase! This annual event focuses on showcasing the queer artists in our community. This allows artists to present their work to an audience and the community to become more familiar with our local artists. This year, we will have our showcase at The Creamery in partnership […]
The Block Party: Summer in The Ozarks
Mark your calendar for the SRAC’s 2nd Annual Block Party for an evening of creativity & fun. Celebrate our community’s vibrant arts scene through our featured exhibition, live music, our Arts & Culture Grant Awards Ceremony, and more!
August First Friday Art Walk
First Friday Art Walk, or the Art Walk for short, is a Springfield Regional Arts Council program that showcases the art, music, food and fun of downtown Springfield. Established over 20 years ago, the Art Walk is a free and self-guided program that allows the community to get an insider look at local art, businesses, […]
June First Friday Art Walk
First Friday Art Walk, or the Art Walk for short, is a Springfield Regional Arts Council program that showcases the art, music, food and fun of downtown Springfield. Established over 20 years ago, the Art Walk is a free and self-guided program that allows the community to get an insider look at local art, businesses, […]
Call for Artists: “The Block Party: Summer in The Ozarks”
Summer is in full swing at the SRAC’s 2nd Annual Block Party! This open call show is looking for art that captures summer in the Ozarks – weekends at the lake, hikes in the rolling hills of the Ozarks, Pineapple Whip at the pool, and more! This open call show is all about celebrating summer […]
Call for The Best of Missouri Hands Artists: On The Road with The Best of Missouri Hands
This exhibition was developed by The Missouri Artisans Association, d.b.a. The Best of Missouri Hands, and Springfield Regional Arts Coalition to provide a forum to demonstrate the creativity and diversity of the artists and artisans of Missouri. We encourage artists to submit works that exemplify Missouri’s traditions of handmade arts and crafts. The theme for […]
CALL FOR ART | Art: Outside the Box
Artists and creatives of all experience levels are invited to submit original artwork for a public art project that will bring color and creativity to downtown Joplin! This is an open-theme call. Artists are encouraged to create work that is visually compelling, community-minded, and well-suited for public display. Suggested themes and concepts include: – Community […]
CALL FOR ART | Press Play: Collage in Print
Spiva Center for the Arts invites artists to submit work for a juried exhibition exploring the rich and evolving intersection of collage and printmaking. This exhibition highlights the tactile, layered, and process-driven nature of print-based practices, encouraging artists to push the boundaries of traditional techniques while honoring their material roots. Printmaking has long been a […]