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Emporia Arts Council Educate, Advocate, and Celebrate the Arts! The Emporia Arts Council is dedicated to bringing quality performances and artistic events to the Emporia Area.

Our mission is to: Educate, Advocate & Celebrate the Arts!

🚨🎨 LAST CALL FOR ARTISTS!Today, October 23, is the deadline to submit your entry form for SOS: 50 Years of Service, Advo...
10/23/2026

🚨🎨 LAST CALL FOR ARTISTS!

Today, October 23, is the deadline to submit your entry form for SOS: 50 Years of Service, Advocacy, and Education!

Survivors and supporters are invited to share artwork celebrating resilience, hope, and community.

The exhibition will be featured at Gravel City Roasters during the November 6 Art Walk. Artwork is due to SOS by October 30.

📩 For questions or submissions, see link in comments!

There’s still time to find your favorite! 🎨 Jennifer Bartlett’s artwork is on display in the Jones Hallway Gallery throu...
10/21/2026

There’s still time to find your favorite! 🎨 Jennifer Bartlett’s artwork is on display in the Jones Hallway Gallery through October 31. Stop by to take a look—and if a piece catches your eye, you can purchase it now and pick it up after the exhibition ends!

While you’re here, check out Jennifer’s items in the Glaser Art & Gift Store, too!

A little local shopping starts with a warm welcome! 🛍️🎨 Stop by the EAC Art Store and say hi to Molly! As the member of ...
10/20/2026

A little local shopping starts with a warm welcome! 🛍️

🎨 Stop by the EAC Art Store and say hi to Molly! As the member of our team supporting our artist store operations, she would be excited to show you the current curated collection. Browse local artwork and handmade gifts for a friend, your home, or yourself! 💙

A few little things that make the everyday more fun. ✨Add some personality to your keys, bag, or hair with handmade acce...
10/20/2026

A few little things that make the everyday more fun. ✨

Add some personality to your keys, bag, or hair with handmade accessories from the Glaser Art & Gift Store. These small pieces are perfect for treating yourself or finding an easy, unique gift.

🎨 School’s out, creativity’s in! Your EAC weekly update is here, with opportunities to get creative—including activities...
10/19/2026

🎨 School’s out, creativity’s in! Your EAC weekly update is here, with opportunities to get creative—including activities for Thursday and Friday’s no-school days!

✨ Digital Sticker Design starts Tuesday, and there’s still time to register! This new class is for ages 16 and up and meets Tuesdays, October 20–November 10, from 5:30–7 PM.

Take a peek at this week’s lineup and make plans to create with us!

Two no-school days. Two chances to get creative. 🍂🎃Create something frightfully fun with Autumn/Halloween Crafts at EAC ...
10/19/2026

Two no-school days. Two chances to get creative. 🍂🎃

Create something frightfully fun with Autumn/Halloween Crafts at EAC on Thursday, Oct. 22 and Friday, Oct. 23.

Kinder–4th Grade: 10:30 AM–12:30 PM
5th Grade–High School: 1:00–3:00 PM
$15 per student

Students can spend their day off creating fun seasonal artwork inspired by autumn and Halloween.

Find more class information at emporiaksarts.org.

There’s something special about the place you call home. ❤️From familiar views of Commercial Street to Emporia-inspired ...
10/19/2026

There’s something special about the place you call home. ❤️

From familiar views of Commercial Street to Emporia-inspired magnets, cards, and keepsakes, these pieces celebrate the community, character, and local pride that make Emporia unique.

Stop by the Glaser Art & Gift Store at the Emporia Arts Center and find a piece that reminds you of home.

As fall turns to winter, there’s nothing better than curling up with your favorite hot drink, a cozy blanket, and a good...
10/19/2026

As fall turns to winter, there’s nothing better than curling up with your favorite hot drink, a cozy blanket, and a good book. 🍂☕📚

Find handmade mugs, cozy creations, books, and more from talented local artists at the Glaser Art & Gift Store—perfect for making those cooler fall days a little more comfortable.

Featured in this display:

• Book Quote Travel Mug – Daisy Friesen
• Mushroom Travel Mug – Daisy Friesen
• He Watched and Took Note – Curtis Becker
• Kansas Poems – Brian Daldorph
• Tan & Green Mug – Sadie Ayer
• Framed Mixed-Media Artwork – Becky Hyberger
• Blanket – Phylis Odgers
• Coffee Dish Towel – Phylis Odgers
• Bear Stuffie – Zaira Valencia
• Green Wing Scarf – Tracey Graham

10/15/2026

🎃🍿 Just TWO DAYS until Movie & Craft Night!
Your Friday plans? A little Hocus Pocus, a little crafting, and plenty of popcorn! Grab your friends and family for a cozy evening of spooky-season fun. 🧙‍♀️🎨
📅 Friday, October 16 | 6 PM
📍 Davis Theatre at the EAC
🎟️ $10
A craft will be provided, or bring your own project—no glitter, please! Popcorn and lemonade are included, and extra snacks are welcome.
Come get crafty and enjoy a Halloween favorite with us! 🧡

Address

815 Commercial Street
Emporia, KS
66801

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm

Telephone

+16203436473

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