The Downtown Springfield Association welcomes artists and performers to apply for the 25th Annual Cider Days on Historic Walnut Street! The two-day fall festival will feature regional artists and crafters, live music, performances, incredible food and — of course — delicious apple cider! This event will take place on September 16 & 17, 2023. Cider […]
SMAC Artist-In-Residence Call for artists Entry Deadline: July 16, 2023 The Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC) is excited to announce a new 12 month Artist in Residence program made possible by a grant from SRAC and Community Foundation of the Ozarks. Our Residency program, which commences in September, is designed for emerging artists who need […]
EXHIBITION DATES Virtual: October 1-30, 2023 In-person: October 6-26, 2023 ART DROP-OFF September 28 & 29 in person or arrange to have it shipped to the Springfield Regional Arts Council by September 29. The Springfield Regional Arts Council and show sponsor Brewer Science are proud to host “Pure Enjoyment,” an art exhibit celebrating the freedom, […]
Obelisk Home will be hosting their 17th Annual Birdhouse Auction to benefit Habitat for Humanity this year in September-October. If you have the time, Obelisk Home would love for you to donate your talent to create a birdhouse for the auction and help enable this wonderful organization to continue its important work. Last year they […]
September 2023 What’s Your Fantasy? EXHIBITION DATES September 1-28, 2023 Art Drop-Off August 24 & 25, 2023 The genre of fantasy is full of impossible realities. From dragons and fairytales to superheroes with superpowers, this exhibition is a celebration of the imagination. Let your imagination take you to places unknown for the Springfield Regional Arts […]
Neosho Arts Council invites area arts to enter the 28th Annual Thomas Hart Benton Art Competition and Exhibition now through August 22. The annual event gives area artists the opportunity to compete in a professional environment while honoring Neosho’s native son, famed regionalist painter Thomas Hart Benton “One of this shows' founding cornerstones was to […]
In celebration of Obelisk Home's 15th year anniversary, Obelisk invites regional artists to submit works of art for their group show, "Celebration." What does Celebration mean to you? From bright colors to people having fun, everyone visualizes celebration in their own way. Requirements: Artists must be residents of Missouri or adjacent states. There are no […]
November 2023 Annual Members’ Show EXHIBITION DATES November 3-23, 2023 Art Drop-Off October 26 & 27, 2023 Sponsored by the McQueary Family, the Springfield Regional Arts Council’s "Annual Members’ Show" is an exhibit dedicated to highlighting the talent of SRAC Artist Members. Select artists are juried from this show for our February "You Should Know" […]
The Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC) presents approximately 12 exhibitions throughout the year in our Art Center Gallery. The program presents a diverse range of creative approaches, mediums, and backgrounds in artists. The SMAC began in 2014. It has been in its current location on Downing Street in Hollister, Missouri’s historic district since July of […]
December 2023 $100 and Under Art Market MARKET DATE December 1, 2023, from 5 - 8 pm The Springfield Regional Arts Council is excited to bring back the $100 & Under Art Market on Friday, December 1, 2023, from 5 - 8 pm. The location will be announced soon! Artists are invited to apply to […]
The Springfield Regional Arts Council and Springfield-Branson National Airport are excited to be accepting submissions for "Nature's Canvas: Art of the Ozarks" at Sky Gallery! This show is looking to feature works inspired by the Midwest - highlighting landscapes, landmarks, local-loved items, and more! Submission Process: Submit up to 5 digital images (JPGs) of actual […]
CALL FOR ARTISTS: Post-it Note, 3”x3” Art Show SMAC Fundraiser The Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC) will present its second annual “Post-it Note, 3”x3” Art Show” All works of art will be sold for an affordable price, just $5 each. All art sales will be split equally between SMAC and the artist. We are seeking […]
