Arts Rolla Events!
The public is invited to submit art for our exhibits and to attend our events and receptions. Unless otherwise stated ALL of our Hanging Exhibits for Monthly Events are on display at: The Centre, 1200 N. Holloway, Rolla, MO 65401.
By Loretta Peterman
We are so thankful for our community and are working closely with our community leaders and state leaders to continue sharing art. Also we will be sending frequent e-mails to our members to keep you updated. Our FACEBOOK page is another great resource for learning the latest information regarding our events, our artists and the arts.
To learn more about the Early Stage Social Engagement Program, you are invited to watch this short presentation click here.
Upcoming Learning Opportunities
Upcoming Exhibits and Literary Events
August 2026
3rd Annual Black and White Exhibition
July 28, 2026 to August 25, 2026
The Centre, 1200 Holloway, Rolla, MO
Missouri Artists are invited to submit original art for our 3rd Annual Black and White Exhibition. This exhibit includes photography, graphite, acrylic, oil, pastel, watercolor, 2-D and 3D works of art. Surprise pops of color is not allowed.
Our First Friday Opening will be held on August 7 from 5 pm to 7 at The Centre. There is no dress code, but many of us have chosen to wear black and white to support the theme. Feel free to join us by dressing in black and / or white during our opening. It is a lot of fun.
Click here for Call for Art information.
If you have questions, please reach out to us by calling 573 364 5539 or by email at [email protected].
Our First Friday Opening will be held on August 7 from 5 pm to 7 at The Centre. There is no dress code, but many of us have chosen to wear black and white to support the theme. Feel free to join us by dressing in black and / or white during our opening. It is a lot of fun.
Click here for Call for Art information.
If you have questions, please reach out to us by calling 573 364 5539 or by email at [email protected].
Important Dates
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 - 10 am to 2 pm - Exhibit is installed.
Friday, August 7 , 2026 - 5 pm to 7 pm - First Friday Opening
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - 10 am to 2 pm - Exhibit uninstalled- Artists pick up unsold works of art before 2 pm.
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 - 10 am to 2 pm - Exhibit is installed.
Friday, August 7 , 2026 - 5 pm to 7 pm - First Friday Opening
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - 10 am to 2 pm - Exhibit uninstalled- Artists pick up unsold works of art before 2 pm.
September 2026
Current River Artists from the Texas County Museum of Art in Licking and Ozark Heritage Artists of the Greater Salem Area
August 25, 2026 to September 29, 2026
The Centre, 1200 Holloway, Rolla, MO
During the month of September Arts Rolla will welcomes the original art created by our friends from the Current River Artists associated with the Texas County Museum of Art in Licking and the Ozark Heritage Artists of the greater Salem area.
The artists in this exhibit are long-time friends of Arts Rolla and they bring lots of fun pieces of art for us to enjoy. Many of the works will be available for purchase.
Call for Art Information
We adore these talented artists and enjoy their original art. We invite you to drop by The Centre and take a look at the exhibition.
If you have questions please contact us at [email protected] or by calling
573 364 5539.
The artists in this exhibit are long-time friends of Arts Rolla and they bring lots of fun pieces of art for us to enjoy. Many of the works will be available for purchase.
Call for Art Information
We adore these talented artists and enjoy their original art. We invite you to drop by The Centre and take a look at the exhibition.
If you have questions please contact us at [email protected] or by calling
573 364 5539.
Important Dates
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - 10 am to 2 pm - Exhibit is installed.
Friday, September 4 , 2026 - 5 pm to 7 pm - First Friday Opening
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 - 10 am to 2 pm - Exhibit uninstalled- Artists pick up unsold works of art before 2 pm.
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October 2026 - Artists of Pulaski Creative Arts Alliance
November 2026 - 39th Judged Art Show Exhibition (Judge Karen Glines)
December 2026 - Local Color
January 2027 - Miniature Art Exhibition (11" x 14" or smaller. <50" circumference.)
February 2027 - 6th Annual Judged High School Exhibition
March 2027 - Regional Home School Exhibition
April 2027 - Going Green Environmental Exhibit
April 2027 - PoetSpeak
May 2027 - 33rd Judged Photo Exhibition
June 2027 - Annual Open Art Exhibition
July 2027 - Ozarks Shutter Junkies Exhibition
August 2027 - 4th Annual Black and White Exhibition
September 2027 - Artists from the Texas County Museum of Art in Licking and Ozark Heritage Artists of Salem
October 2027 - Artists of Pulaski Creative Arts Alliance
November 2027 - 40th Annual Judged Art Show Exhibition
December 2027 - Local Color Exhibition
October 2026 - Artists of Pulaski Creative Arts Alliance
November 2026 - 39th Judged Art Show Exhibition (Judge Karen Glines)
December 2026 - Local Color
January 2027 - Miniature Art Exhibition (11" x 14" or smaller. <50" circumference.)
February 2027 - 6th Annual Judged High School Exhibition
March 2027 - Regional Home School Exhibition
April 2027 - Going Green Environmental Exhibit
April 2027 - PoetSpeak
May 2027 - 33rd Judged Photo Exhibition
June 2027 - Annual Open Art Exhibition
July 2027 - Ozarks Shutter Junkies Exhibition
August 2027 - 4th Annual Black and White Exhibition
September 2027 - Artists from the Texas County Museum of Art in Licking and Ozark Heritage Artists of Salem
October 2027 - Artists of Pulaski Creative Arts Alliance
November 2027 - 40th Annual Judged Art Show Exhibition
December 2027 - Local Color Exhibition