SMAC Art Center hosts “I Am Not A Bug” solo exhibit

The Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC) will host a solo exhibit of the work of Artist-In-Residence, Audra Welch, entitled I Am Not A Bug. The show will run August 1-30 at the SMAC Art Center, 7 Downing Street, in historic Hollister, MO. This exhibit is a collection of acrylic paintings that use insect imagery as […]

The GLO Market

The GLO Market is a monthly event supporting local queer-owned businesses and resources. Started in 2023, GLO Markets aim to showcase local talent where patrons can purchase from over 20+ LGBTQIA+ artists, resources, and entrepreneurs.

Make Stuff Monday

Make Stuff Monday is our monthly group for crafters and artists, sponsored by Arrow Creative Reuse. Artists bring their own supplies or use ours to work on their own projects while building community with fellow crafters. We meet at GLO on the third Monday each month from 2-6 p.m.

The Soft Surrender Red Carpet Premiere

Join us on Saturday, November 1st at the historic Gillioz Theatre in downtown Springfield for the red-carpet premiere of The Soft Surrender — a powerful and immersive feature documentary film by renowned artist and filmmaker Randy Bacon. This deeply moving film and portrait exhibition explores the human experience at life’s threshold, illuminating the beauty, dignity, […]

Variety Show of Horrors #9

This August 22nd, 29th, and 30th at 8pm, come witness the drama and intrigue of our fringe horror theater experience! In a secluded corner of Crawfordville, three souls find themselves inexplicably drawn into The Elkraxus Emporium of The Fantastic. Here the eccentric proprietor Tengaro Melkent unveils a sinister game. Trapped and desperate, Erica Josia, Robert […]

Aquarius Full Moon Candle-making + Mini Astrology Readings

Full moons happen when the Moon forms a 180-degree opposition from the Sun, reflecting the Sun’s light for all to see. This opposition calls us to balance the way we assert our identities in the outer world and how we receive these experiences within —shining a spotlight of awareness on what has come to fruition […]

Springfield Shanty Choir – July Shanty Night!

The Springfield Chapter of the Shanty Choir be will hosting our July Shanty Night on Tuesday, July 22nd at Mother’s Brewing Company! All ages are welcome, and feel free to bring some friends along. The Shantymen will teach you traditional shanties by rote (no music required)! Enjoy a beverage, sing, and clap along if you […]

Call for Artist: Pure Enjoyment

PURE ENJOYMENT 2025 EXHIBITION DATES Virtual: October 1-31, 2025; In-person: October 3-30, 2025 ART DROP-OFF September 25 & 26 in person, or arrange to have art shipped to the Springfield Regional Arts Council by September 26. The Springfield Regional Arts Council and show sponsor Brewer Science are proud to collaborate on “Pure Enjoyment,” a juried […]

Pure Enjoyment

The Springfield Regional Arts Council and Brewer Science proudly present “Pure Enjoyment,” a juried art exhibit honoring the freedom, beauty, and harmony of the natural world. The exhibition features a virtual show open to all artists, along with a special in-person display selected from the online submissions unless artists choose otherwise. Join us for the […]

Fall into Art

Fall into Art is a vibrant two-day festival celebrating local and regional artists, hosted by the Columbia Art League. This dynamic event showcases an incredible variety of fine art, handmade crafts, and unique gifts, perfect for art lovers and early holiday shoppers alike. Application deadline for artists is August 3, 2025.