Hands On ESSA

Start:

April 3, 2027 3:00 pm

End:

April 3, 2027 5:30 pm

Location:

ESSA Windgate Studio

Price:

FREE

Visitors participating in a hands-on ceramics activity at Hands On ESSA in Eureka Springs Arkansas

Participant painting watercolor artwork during Hands On ESSA in Eureka Springs Arkansas

Participant creating printmaking artwork during Hands On ESSA in Eureka Springs Arkansas

Participant carving a printmaking block during Hands On ESSA in Eureka Springs Arkansas

Participant learning woodturning during Hands On ESSA in Eureka Springs Arkansas

Participant forging hot metal during a blacksmithing demonstration at Hands On ESSA in Eureka Springs Arkansas

Hands On ESSA is Eureka Springs School of the Arts’ annual spring fundraiser and one of the most unique creative events in the Ozarks. This free community art experience invites visitors of all ages to explore hands-on activities including blacksmithing, ceramics, welding, woodturning, stained glass, printmaking, and more in ESSA’s Windgate Iron and Wood Studio in beautiful Eureka Springs, Arkansas.

Hands On ESSA FAQ

What is Hands On ESSA?

Hands On ESSA is Eureka Springs School of the Arts’ annual spring fundraiser and free community art event in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Guests can enjoy hands-on art activities, artist demonstrations, and interactive creative experiences inspired by ESSA’s disciplines, including ceramics, blacksmithing, woodworking, painting, printmaking, stained glass, and more.

Is Hands On ESSA free?

Yes. Hands On ESSA is a free community event open to the public. Donations and participation in the Hands On ESSA auction help support scholarships and arts education programs at Eureka Springs School of the Arts.

Where is Hands On ESSA located?

Hands On ESSA takes place at Eureka Springs School of the Arts in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, inside ESSA’s Windgate Iron and Wood Studio. ESSA is located in the beautiful Ozark Mountains and serves artists, makers, and creative learners from across Arkansas and beyond.

What art activities are available?

Hands On ESSA features a variety of hands-on art activities and demonstrations such as blacksmithing, welding, woodworking, woodturning, ceramics, painting, printmaking, stained glass, and other creative experiences for visitors of all skill levels.

Is Hands On ESSA family friendly?

Yes. Hands On ESSA is designed as a family-friendly community art event with creative activities for kids, teens, and adults. Visitors can explore interactive art experiences, watch artists at work, and discover new creative skills together.

What is the Hands On ESSA auction?

The Hands On ESSA auction is a fundraiser supporting scholarships and arts education at Eureka Springs School of the Arts. Guests can bid on artwork, handmade items, creative experiences, and unique pieces donated by artists and supporters of ESSA.

Where can I park at ESSA?

Parking is available on the ESSA campus during Hands On ESSA. Event signage and volunteers will help direct visitors to available parking areas near on the ESSA campus. For visitors with mobility concerns, ESSA staff or volunteers can provide rides from parking areas to the Windgate Iron and Wood Studio.

What is ESSA?

Eureka Springs School of the Arts (ESSA) is a nonprofit community arts organization in Eureka Springs, Arkansas offering workshops and creative experiences in blacksmithing, ceramics, fiber arts, jewelry making, painting, photography, stained glass, woodworking, welding, and more. ESSA welcomes artists and learners of all experience levels from across the Ozarks and the United States.