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SUMMARY:ESSA Studio Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Come see what’s happening at the Eureka Springs School of the Arts during ESSA’s September Studio Stroll on Saturday\, September 12th\, from 4:00 – 5:30 PM. \nVisitors can explore workshops in ESSA’s ceramics\, wood\, and small metals studios\, see student work in progress\, watch instructor demonstrations\, ask questions\, and get a closer look at the creative process. \nThe September stroll also includes a chance to meet Brian DePauli\, ESSA’s 2026 2D Artist in Residence\, learn about his creative practice\, and see what he’s been working on during his residency. \nFeatured on this stroll:\n🪵 Woodworking: Inlaid Boxes with Doug Stowe\n🏺 Ceramics: Ceramics Studio: A Primer with Jessica Ames-Russell\n💍 Small Metals: Transformations with Robert Dancik\n🎨 Artist Residency: Meet 2026 2D Artist in Residence Brian DePauli \nESSA Studio Strolls are free\, family friendly\, and open to the public. Light refreshments will be provided\, and free parking is available on campus.\nDate: Saturday\, September 12th\nTime: 4:00 – 5:30 PM\nLocation: Eureka Springs School of the Arts\, 15751 Highway 62 West\, Eureka Springs\, AR\nAdmission: Free \nLearn more at essa-art.org/events/studio-strolls/.\nRSVP on the Facebook Event page here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dfw9mDKyY/
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LOCATION:Eureka Springs School of the Arts\, 15751 Hwy. 62 W.\, Eureka Springs\, AR\, 72632\, United States
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SUMMARY:Made Visible: Art is Vital to the Human Spirit Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the opening of Made Visible: Art is Vital to the Human Spirit\, a group exhibition featuring work by local artists and exploring the essential role creativity plays in our lives. Through diverse artistic perspectives\, the exhibition invites viewers to reflect on the power of art to inspire\, heal\, connect\, and transform. \nJoin the artists for an evening of art\, conversation\, and community at the opening reception. Artwork will be available for purchase (cash or check only)\, with 20% of all sales benefiting the Eureka Springs School of the Arts (ESSA). \nOpening Reception: Wednesday\, July 8 | 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM\nLocation: Brews\, 2 Pine St\, Eureka Springs\, AR 72632 \nExhibition Dates: July 8 through August 16 \nPresented by the Eureka Springs School of the Arts\, this exhibition is free and open to the public. \nRSVP: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BhqnNJkKe/
URL:https://northwestarkansas.org/event/made-visible-art-is-vital-to-the-human-spirit-opening-reception/
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SUMMARY:Summer Studio Stroll at ESSA
DESCRIPTION:Curious what happens behind the studio doors at ESSA? Join us for a relaxed afternoon exploring working studios\, meeting artists\, and experiencing the creative energy that fills campus during the summer season. \nGuests will enjoy instructor demonstrations and view student work from summer workshops\, including Intro to Plasma Cutting with Robert Babcock\, Intro to Stained Glass with Dennis Heter\, and Turning Fine Platters with Ray Taylor while exploring ESSA’s scenic Ozark campus. \nThe stroll will also feature a special sneak peek at works in progress from ESSA’s 2026 Summer Ceramics Artists in Residence\, including demonstrations and a brief artist Q&A. \nFree\, family-friendly\, and open to the public. \nRSVP on the Facebook Event page here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1HsrFGNSr9/\nLearn more: https://essa-art.org/events/studio-strolls/
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LOCATION:Eureka Springs School of the Arts\, 15751 Hwy. 62 W.\, Eureka Springs\, AR\, 72632\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Mentored Woodworking Residency Reception with Doug Stowe
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the closing exhibition for the 2026 Mentored Woodworking Residency at the Eureka Springs School of the Arts on Saturday\, June 20\, 2026\, from 2 to 5:30 PM. \nThis special public reception showcases the work of resident artists who spent two immersive weeks creating and refining handcrafted woodworking projects under the mentorship of master woodcrafter Doug Stowe in ESSA’s Windgate Wood Studio. \nGuests are invited to meet the artists\, explore fine woodworking\, handmade furniture\, wood art\, and functional craft\, and experience the creative spirit of the Ozarks arts community. Select works will be available for purchase. \nThe Eureka Springs School of the Arts is located in Eureka Springs\, Arkansas\, and offers workshops\, artist residencies\, and creative experiences in woodworking\, ceramics\, blacksmithing\, painting\, photography\, fiber arts\, and more. \nEvent Details\n📍 Eureka Springs School of the Arts\n📅 Saturday\, June 20\, 2026\n⏰ 2 PM – 5:30 PM\n🎟 Free and open to the public \nLearn more at: https://essa-art.org/events/artists-in-residence/\nRSVP on the Facebook Event page here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AoYaG3Mjh/
URL:https://northwestarkansas.org/event/2026-mentored-woodworking-residency-reception-with-doug-stowe/
LOCATION:Eureka Springs School of the Arts\, 15751 Hwy. 62 W.\, Eureka Springs\, AR\, 72632\, United States
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SUMMARY:The 2026 ARTrageous Parade!
DESCRIPTION:The ARTrageous Parade\, hosted by ESSA\, is a joyful celebration of art\, imagination\, and community in downtown Eureka Springs. On Saturday\, May 2nd at 2 PM\, the streets will come alive with colorful costumes\, creative floats\, giant puppets\, music\, and handmade surprises around every corner.  \nArtists\, families\, makers\, and community members of all ages are invited to join the parade and help transform downtown into a moving masterpiece of shared creativity.  \nSign up to participate: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1UIFNsJcrZLrSZmVNDorkK7Kc4A6b5kyLQGFxfOn7K2E/edit \nRSVP on our Facebook Event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/16zb2ZoqKf/
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LOCATION:Downtown Eureka Springs\, 67 Main St.\, Eureka Springs\, AR\, 72632\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hands On ESSA 2026
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to roll up your sleeves and make something unforgettable! Hands On ESSA is ESSA’s annual spring fundraiser and a free\, all-ages celebration of hands-on creativity held on campus in ESSA’s Windgate Iron and Wood Studio. \nSpend the afternoon trying exciting art and fine craft activities like throwing on the wheel\, plasma cutting\, welding\, blacksmithing\, woodturning\, painting\, needle felting\, printmaking\, and stained glass… all guided by skilled instructors in a welcoming\, high-energy environment. \nThe event also features ESSA’s annual online art auction\, showcasing work by fantastic local artists\, ESSA instructors\, and some of the best artisans in the region. Proceeds support scholarships and help maintain the studios and tools that keep creativity thriving in our community. \nFree and open to all ages! \nRSVP on Facebook:\nhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1QPJfrD1pt/
URL:https://northwestarkansas.org/event/hands-on-essa-2026/
LOCATION:Eureka Springs School of the Arts\, 15751 Hwy. 62 W.\, Eureka Springs\, AR\, 72632\, United States
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SUMMARY:Spring Studio Stroll at ESSA
DESCRIPTION:Welcome spring with ESSA’s first Studio Stroll of 2026! Join us for an inspiring afternoon exploring our studios\, meeting instructors\, and experiencing the creative energy of the season. \nThis Studio Stroll will feature four upcoming workshops:\n•	Experiments in Printmaking and Collage with Tonya Lee\n•	Miniature Ceramics on the Wheel with Tiernan Alexander\n•	Tufting: Create a Rug or Wall Hanging with Tim Eads\n•	Welding 101 with Preston Carson \nCome stroll\, watch demos\, ask questions\, and get inspired for your next creative adventure. \nRSVP on the Facebook Event Page here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1D25t61u1W/
URL:https://northwestarkansas.org/event/spring-studio-stroll-at-essa/
LOCATION:Eureka Springs School of the Arts\, 15751 Hwy. 62 W.\, Eureka Springs\, AR\, 72632\, United States
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