Downtown Springfield is set to host its First Friday Art Walk on March 6, featuring extended gallery hours and a wide array of new exhibitions across multiple venues. Highlights include the 2026 All School Exhibition at Brick City Gallery, student showcases at the Carolla Arts Exhibition Center, and solo presentations by artists such as Rick Atwell, Brandy Harris, and Tom Beale.
This monthly event serves as a vital platform for the regional art ecosystem, bridging the gap between academic institutions and the local community. By featuring everything from K-12 student work to professional collectives and photography clubs, the walk fosters local engagement and provides emerging artists with significant public exposure within the Southwest Missouri cultural landscape.