Eureka Springs School of the Arts

Hands On ESSA is Eureka Spring’s premiere Spring Art event and fundraiser for the Eureka Springs School of the Arts!

Every year some of the finest makers and artists in this region will lead attendees in trying their hand at various types of hands-on activities. This interactive event also features a silent auction of small works of art and some tasty refreshments.

Hands On ESSA 2026 Sponsorships Are Now Available!

Hands On ESSA is ESSA’s annual spring fundraiser and a free, all-ages community day centered on making and sharing art. Held in ESSA’s Windgate Iron and Wood Studio, the event invites the public to step inside, explore tools and materials, and spend time creating together in a welcoming, hands-on environment.

Sponsorships help fund Hands On ESSA itself, making it possible to offer this day of creative exploration at no cost to participants. Proceeds from the event also support ESSA’s scholarship fund, helping remove financial barriers to art education.

We are grateful for sponsors who help make this day accessible, engaging, and meaningful for our community. Sponsorships include recognition and thoughtful thank-you perks, outlined below.

2026 Hands On Sponsorsor Grid

Levels of Support

Reflection Sponsorship | $100

  • Full access to the online auction
  • Sponsor name or logo recognition on the Hands On ESSA event website
  • Sponsor name or logo shared on ESSA social media
  • Sponsor name or logo recognition at the event

Inspiration Sponsorship | $250

  • Full access to the online auction
  • Sponsor name or logo recognition on the Hands On ESSA event website
  • Sponsor name or logo shared on ESSA social media
  • Sponsor name or logo recognition at the event
  • Sponsor recognition on event signage
  • A small sponsor thank-you gift

Imagination Sponsorship | $500

  • Full access to the online auction
  • Sponsor name or logo recognition on the Hands On ESSA event website
  • Sponsor name or logo shared on ESSA social media
  • Sponsor name or logo recognition at the event
  • Sponsor recognition on event signage
  • A sponsor thank-you gift
  • Sponsor logo included in a thank-you ad placed in the local newspaper

Expression Sponsorship | $1,000

  • Full access to the online auction
  • Sponsor name or logo recognition on the Hands On ESSA event website
  • Sponsor name or logo shared on ESSA social media
  • Sponsor name or logo recognition at the event
  • Sponsor recognition on event signage
  • A sponsor thank-you gift
  • Sponsor logo included in a thank-you ad placed in the local newspaper
  • An extra-special sponsor gift as a thank-you for your support

Every level of support helps keep Hands On ESSA welcoming, creative, and free for the community. Thank you for helping make this day of art-making possible.

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