Upcoming Events
Our curated events offer a dynamic blend of creative workshops, enlightening exhibitions, and community engagements that reflect our ongoing commitment to promoting Artistry, Community and Dignity. Whether you're an aspiring artist, an art enthusiast, or a curious member of our community, our calendar is filled with opportunities to engage, learn, and be inspired. Join us as we continue to celebrate the transformative power of art, fostering a thriving artistic community that transcends barriers and nurtures individuality. Dive in, explore, and be a part of the unfolding creative journey at Artists First.
Viva Artists First - Celebrating 14 Years of Creative Impact
Join us Saturday, April 26th, 2025 to celebrate another year of creative impact! We have much to celebrate this year including serving over 400 individuals through our creative self-expression healing programs. The funds raised will directly benefit our programs, such as Creative Vocations, helping professionally driven artists with intellectual developmental disabilities realize their full potential; the Youth Open Studio which serves 136 kids with and without disabilities; and Artists First for Veterans, a creative support program for current and former Armed Services members that supports the development of positive self- identity, self-expression, and community re-integration.
When: Saturday, April 26th, 2025
What Time: 6pm - 9pm
Where: Tropical Liqueurs, 4104 Manchester Ave. St. Louis, MO 63110
Wreath Making workshop
Drop in 11 - 1pm on Saturday Dec 7th
RSVP by 12/5 to info@artistsfirststl.org
$40/person
Panera Bread Fundraiser
Present this flyer at check out at Panera bread to donate 25% of sales to Artists First. Or use code FUND4U at online checkout.
Monster Bash
Spooky exhibition, spin to win, and a costume contest!
A1 Artists enter for free
Recommended $10 donation for everyone else
Paint Louis
Artists First will be participating in Paint Louis at the Floodwalls in St. Louis. Paint Louis features 500+ Graffiti artists and muralists from around the world.
AF Workshop: Fiber Arts
RSVP for workshop: https://forms.gle/HF2V1qeELjbMusGS7
$20/workshop
Trivia Night @ Artists First
Trivia Night hosted by the Artists First Ambassadors. All funds raised will be going toward Artists First’s Studio Stretch Initiative as we work toward expansion!
Sliding scale $10 - $30 at the door. Please RSVP using this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdbM3OQzJwV3vQ19FdodOEVRS95dHHay8vyCMLd1ra9UK02Ag/viewform
Doors open at 6PM - Trivia begins at 6:30PM
Let Them Eat Art Festival
Artists First will have a booth in Maplewood’s Let Them Eat Art Festival. We will have an art activity, merch, and art work for sale!
AF Workshop: Book Making
AF Workshop Series: Book Making
RSVP for workshop: https://forms.gle/HF2V1qeELjbMusGS7
$20/workshop
Exhibition & Big Muddy Trainee Performance: Transcend
The Grandel
3610 Grandel Square
St. Louis, MO 63103
