Spiva Center for the Arts to host 17th Annual Art on Tap

JOPLIN, MO—George A. Spiva Center for the Arts is hosting the 17th annual Art on Tap, a celebration of brews, bites, music, and art.
ART ON TAP | Saturday, June 7, 2025 | 6:00pm-9:00pm
- Members – Free | Non-members – Sign up for a membership online or at the 1st floor Welcome Desk.
- View membership levels here: https://spivaarts.org/
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- View membership levels here: https://spivaarts.org/
- Due to weather concerns, this event has been moved inside to the lobby and second floor galleries at the Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex.
- 212 W. 7th Street, Joplin, MO 64801
Spiva’s beloved tasting event returns—now celebrating 17 years of brews, bites, and community cheer! Join us for a lively evening filled with craft beer and drinks, delicious eats, great company, and live music by Dr. G and the Tall Man. Attendees can make their own fire art coasters and enjoy indoor yard games like XL Connect 4, Giant Jenga, and corn hole!
“Art on Tap continues to be a spectacular event for our Spiva members, and we’re honored to bring it back for its 17th year,” says Kearstin Mattox, Director of Engagement at Spiva Center for the Arts. “Being a part of the Spiva family gets you incredible benefits, including two opportunities a year to exhibit in Spiva’s galleries, year-round discounts on classes and programming, access to opening receptions and exhibit previews, and members-only events like Art on Tap. Our members support the local art community, which is invaluable.”
Members get in FREE as a thank-you for your ongoing support. Not a member? No problem—join today and enjoy free admission plus year-round perks: https://spivaarts.org/
Don’t miss the auction! A selection of curated items and themed baskets will be up for grabs, with 100% of proceeds supporting Spiva’s exhibitions, classes, and outreach programs. These chance drawing and silent auction items include a Yeti cooler, luxurious wine, hotel stays, pet portraits, a giant Bluetooth speaker, and much more!
Check out the local businesses that will be bringing delicious eats and drinks:
- Chaos Brewing
- Missouri Eagle
- Joplin Homebrew Club
- Eagle’s Landing Wine
- Starbucks
- Famos Italian Smokehouse
- Papa Murphy’s Pizza
- Frosted Cakerie
- Sam’s Club
* Non-alcoholic options like mocktails will be available!*
Thank you to our incredible sponsors and supporters:
Bier Stein Sponsor – Churchwell Hedman Tax Group + Archer Lewis, LLC
Creative Brewer Sponsor – Ken & Lynn Hempen
Koozie Sponsor – MacCo Builders
Stay up to date with Art on Tap information at https://spivaarts.org/event/
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