Upcoming exhibits and programs at Spiva Center for the Arts
JOPLIN, MO —George A. Spiva Center for the Arts is proud to announce an upcoming exhibits and
programming for March.
PHOTOSPIVA 2025 | Exhibiting March 15-May 3, 2025
Presented by Freeman Health System
* Opening Reception: March 14, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
* Free for Spiva members and exhibiting artists
Celebrating its 49th year, PhotoSpiva 2025 will deliver an exhibit of photographic excellence from 69
artists across the country. Juror and nationally renowned photographer, David Hilliard, has made a
careful selection of work from a competition that spans all fifty states – selecting 105 works. Every year,
this competition is open to all U.S. photographers, and any type of photographic process – from
traditional to digital to photo-based mixed media.
2025 JO MUELLER SMALL WORKS AUCTION| Exhibiting March 6 – April 25, 2025
Presented by Ann K. Turney
Opening Reception: March 14, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
* Free for Spiva members and exhibiting artists
* Small Works Closing Party: April 25, 5:30-7:00pm
* A chance to gather with friends and get final bids on amazing art, benefiting Spiva!
* Free and open to the public
Small Works is more than a silent auction—it’s a celebration of our creative community and a unique
opportunity for artists to make a meaningful impact. Open to Spiva members of all ages, this event
allows artists to showcase their talents while directly supporting the arts in our region; member artists
create 2D or 3D pieces that they donate to the auction. This exhibit is a great way not only to raise
money to fund Spiva operations, but to offer exposure for the participating artists.
Everyone in the community is invited to come in-person or online to bid. Online bidding starting March
14 on the Spiva website.
SUPPORTING PROGRAMMING & EXHIBITS
PHOTOSPIVA KIDS & TEENS | Exhibiting March 15-April 19
• Reception & Awards: March 15, 1pm-3pm | Free
An annual class and exhibit that accompanies Spiva’s nationally recognized PhotoSpiva exhibition. The
youth edition of the exhibit begins with a photography class – participants are then loaned a digital
camera to “capture” their surroundings. The jurors select works for the exhibit where young artists will
receive commission on sales of their photos! This year’s jurors are members of the Four State Photography Enthusiasts.
SPIVA IN BLOOM: AN EXHIBITION IN FLOWERS | Exhibiting March 20-22, 2025
Presented by Sharon and Lance Beshore
* Opening Reception: March 20, 5:30-7:30pm
* Members and exhibiting artists – free | Non-members – donation appreciated
Join us in celebrating the art of floral design. 18 area floral designers will create stunning arrangements inspired by works from the national photography competition, PhotoSpiva 2025. This exhibit is a must-see display of art inspired by art.
SPIVA IN BLOOM LUNCHEON | March 21, 11:30am-1pm | $60 per seat, or $450 for a table of 8
Enjoy a delightful catered luncheon in our stunning galleries, surrounded by the captivating PhotoSpiva
2025 exhibit and the breathtaking floral artistry of Spiva in Bloom. Experience a special live floral demonstration by Justin Thomas of The Wild Flower, inspired by a featured photograph from the exhibit. The floral demonstration piece will be auctioned live at lunch.
Pre-registration is required | Sponsored by the Satterlee Family
Purchase tickets at https://spivaarts.org/events
THE ART OF SCENT: PERSONALIZED FRAGRANCE WORKSHOP | March 21 | 6:00-8:00pm
Join Angela Harris—licensed massage therapist and modern-day alchemist from Alchemist Haven—for a
journey through the timeless art of floral perfumery. Discover why flowers have been cherished in
fragrance for centuries, then craft and bottle your own signature scent.
Preregistration is required | Sponsored by Mindy & Steven St. Clair
Purchase tickets at https://spivaarts.org/events
SPIVA IN BLOOM FLORAL WORKSHOPS | March 22 | $40 each
MORNING CLASS 10:30-11:30am – SOLD OUT
AFTERNOON CLASS 1:30-2:30pm
One of the most anticipated classes of the year, this workshop allows students to create gorgeous floral
arrangements of their own, guided by The Wild Flower’s Justin Thomas. Bring a friend and sip mimosas
for a perfect spring Saturday!
Preregistration is required | Sponsored by Sara Newman
Purchase tickets at https://spivaarts.org/events
ARTISTS IN BLOOM: A MAKER’S MARKET | March 22 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Enhance your Spiva in Bloom experience with a one-of-a-kind spring shopping event! Browse a curated
selection of stunning works from talented member artists and artisans.
Sponsored by The Curchin & Secker Families
BUILD A BOUQUET | March 21 (1-5 p.m.) & March 22 (10 a.m. – 4p.m.) | $25 PER BOUQUET
Pick fresh stems and build a mini-bouquet to take home during Spiva in Bloom! Purchase tickets at The
Cornell Complex 1st floor welcome desk during the event. Sponsored by the Wild Flower
SELFIE STATION
Capture the beauty of Spiva in Bloom at our selfie station all three days!
Sponsored by KCC Investments | Curt & Kristie Crossland
Spiva Center for the Arts is inside the Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex 212 W. 7th Street | Joplin, M0 64801 | (417) 623-0183 | Open Tue-Sat, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. www.spivaarts.org | www.jenniferthoreson.com