Graceful Arts Center

10/13/2026

A Little Stitching, A Lot of Community! There’s something special about gathering around a table, sharing stories, and creating something beautiful together.

The Quilters Club is meeting at Graceful Arts on October 15 at 6:00 p.m. — a perfect evening for creativity, connection, and a little quilting magic!

Have a club, creative group, or organization that needs a place to gather? Graceful Arts has meeting space available for your next get-together! Whether you’re stitching, planning, crafting, or simply connecting, we’d love to help make your gathering special.

Bring your creativity. We’ll provide the space. Let’s make something wonderful together!

Graceful Arts Gallery and Studios
523 Barnes Ave, Alva, OK
(580) 327-2787 | [email protected]
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

10/09/2026

Homecoming Weekend in NW Oklahoma!

Coming to NWOSU Homecoming October 8–10? Make time to explore beyond campus and discover the creativity, culture, and local charm that Northwest Oklahoma has to offer!
Stop by Graceful Arts Gallery and Studios and experience the incredible talent of local artists, unique artwork, and the creative spirit that makes our community special.

Whether you're returning to Alva for Homecoming or visiting for the first time, there's plenty to explore, discover, and enjoy throughout Northwest Oklahoma. Come for the Homecoming memories. Stay for the local discoveries!

Graceful Arts Gallery and Studios
523 Barnes Ave, Alva, OK
(580) 327-2787 | [email protected]
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

10/06/2026

After a long day of school, kids deserve time to create, explore, and let their imaginations run wild! After school art classes offer more than just fun—they encourage creativity, problem-solving, self-expression, and healthy brain development.

Art isn't just about making something beautiful. It's about exploring ideas, solving problems, building confidence, and developing the creative thinking skills that support growing minds. It gives children an opportunity to express themselves, experiment without fear of getting it wrong. And let's be honest—there's something special about watching a child light up when they realize, "I made that!"

Because creativity doesn't have to stop when the school bell rings.

Graceful Arts Gallery and Studios
523 Barnes Ave, Alva, OK
(580) 327-2787 | [email protected]
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

09/29/2026

🎨✨ First Friday Art Walk is Back at Graceful Arts Gallery & Studios! ✨🎨

Join us for a festive evening of art, music, shopping, and community in downtown Alva, Oklahoma on Friday, October 2, 2026 from 6–8 p.m. at the Graceful Arts Gallery & Studios in Alva, OK.

Featured artists include David Holland & Wes Newton.

Come meet and greet our talented featured artists, enjoy an evening of creativity, and discover something special to take home. With music and delicious appetizers provided, it's the perfect way to kick off your October weekend!

Shop Local. Find Something Unique. Browse original artwork, books, and other wonderful items available for purchase. Whether you're searching for a one-of-a-kind gift, a new piece for your home, or a good book to enjoy, there's something for everyone!

Bring your friends, invite your neighbors, and make an evening of it. Let's celebrate art, artists, and the wonderful community that makes Alva special! Mark your calendar and join us for First Friday Art Walk!

Graceful Arts Gallery and Studios
523 Barnes Ave, Alva, OK
(580) 327-2787 | [email protected]
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

09/22/2026

They are in the brushstrokes that wander across a canvas.
In clay shaped by hands and imagination.
In photographs that freeze a fleeting moment.
In the laughter shared around a table.
In the courage to try something new.
In the quiet moment when you realize, I made this.

Graceful Arts Gallery & Studios is more than a place to see art.

It is a place to live creatively.
To discover. To make. To connect. To be inspired.

Come wander through the gallery. Join a class. Attend an event. Meet an artist. Bring your curiosity—and leave with a little more color in your world. Because art isn't something that simply hangs on a wall. Art is where our lives leave a little bit of themselves behind.

Come find your place in the story. Visit Graceful Arts Gallery & Studios and Explore. Create. Connect. See what’s happening next—and come be part of it.

Graceful Arts Gallery and Studios
523 Barnes Ave, Alva, OK
(580) 327-2787 | [email protected]
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

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09/15/2026

Chalk, Creativity & Cars! Calling all young artists!

As part of the Big Cruise & Car Show, we’re turning the pavement in Downtown Alva into a colorful masterpiece! Join us September 19 in front of Graceful Arts Gallery & Studio for our Sidewalk Chalk Contest!
Kids of ALL ages are invited! Bring your imagination and turn the sidewalk into your canvas! Prizes will be awarded in different age groups! Downtown Alva — in front of Graceful Arts Gallery & Studios.

Whether you’re a future Picasso, a sidewalk doodler, or just love getting creative, we want to see what you can create! Bring your creativity. Bring your imagination. Bring your friends. Let’s color Downtown Alva!

Graceful Arts Gallery and Studios
523 Barnes Ave, Alva, OK
(580) 327-2787 | [email protected]
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

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09/11/2026

Calling all quilters, stitchers & creative souls!

There’s something special about gathering around a table, sharing ideas, swapping stories, and creating something beautiful together.

Whether you’re a seasoned quilter, just learning, or simply curious about the craft, come join the fun! Bring your creativity, your questions, and your love of all things quilting.

Looking for a place for YOUR group to meet?

Come check us out! If your club, organization, or group needs a welcoming meeting space, Graceful Arts Gallery and Studios would love to have you. Come meet here, connect with others, and make yourself at home!

Let’s keep our community creative, connected, and full of good company!

Graceful Arts Gallery and Studios
523 Barnes Ave, Alva, OK
(580) 327-2787 | [email protected]
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

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09/08/2026

September is calling… and it wants to get CREATIVE! School is back in session, which means it’s the perfect time to let your child trade the pencils and worksheets for paint, creativity, and a whole lot of FUN!

September After School Arts Classes at Graceful Arts Gallery & Studios are here!
We offer classes designed for different age levels, so young artists can learn, create, experiment, and make new friends at just the right level for them.

Only $50 per child, per month!
Different age-level classes.
Hands-on creative experiences.
Scholarships are available for families who qualify.

Whether your child already thinks they’re the next Picasso or they’re just ready to try something new, there’s a place for them in the studio!

September classes are filling up! Don’t let your little artist miss out—come create something amazing with us! Call Graceful Arts Gallery & Studios to learn more and reserve a spot!

Graceful Arts Gallery and Studios
523 Barnes Ave, Alva, OK
(580) 327-2787 | [email protected]
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

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09/05/2026

09/01/2026

Make plans to spend your Friday evening surrounded by creativity, conversation, music, and local art at Graceful Arts Gallery & Studio on Friday, September 4 from 6–8 p.m.
Featured artists include Wes Newton, David Holland, Susan Sims, Jude Tolar, and Jon Linder.

Come meet the artists, explore their work, and enjoy an evening of music and light hors d’oeuvres. And while you’re here, take a look around—you might just find your next favorite treasure! Browse books, glassware, pottery, photographs, and Made-in-Oklahoma foods, along with unique artwork and gifts. Bring a friend, grab a drink, and make a night of it! Art, music, food, and good company—you never know what you’ll discover at Alva’s First Friday.

Come for the art. Stay for the experience!

Graceful Arts Gallery and Studios
523 Barnes Ave, Alva, OK
(580) 327-2787 | [email protected]
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

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