St. Joseph will celebrate the autumn season with a dynamic lineup of October events, offering community members a diverse mix of creative workshops, live concerts, historic tours, and festive Halloween experiences presented by local arts organizations.
ST. JOSEPH, MO — The arts come alive throughout St. Joseph this October with a full calendar of creative workshops, live music, local history and seasonal celebrations presented by area arts organizations. “October is a wonderful example of the variety and vitality of St. Joseph’s arts community,” said Brooke McBride, director of strategic communications for the Allied Arts Council. “Whether you want to develop a new artistic skill, experience live music or enjoy a one-of-a-kind Halloween event, there are many ways to make the arts part of your story.”
October events include:
Miniature Painting Workshop
Thursday and Friday, October 1–2 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Discover the challenge and charm of painting on a small scale during this two-day workshop with artist Larry DeGraff at the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art.
Digital Drawing Basics
Thursday, October 1 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Artist Jaylen Words leads a beginner-friendly, three-part class at the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art introducing participants to Procreate and digital illustration.
Voices of the Past: Celebrates America 250
Thursday and Friday, October 1–2 | 6, 7 and 8 p.m.
Step into history as this popular Saint Joseph Museums program returns with stories connected to America’s 250th anniversary.
Introduction to Drawing
Wednesday, October 7 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Instructor Alex Asher guides students through composition, perspective, line quality, shading and value using graphite pencils and charcoal at the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art.
“BFFs,” Presented by the Saint Joseph Symphony
Saturday, October 17 | 7–9 p.m.
Celebrate the power of musical friendship through works connected to Joseph Haydn and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, two legendary composers whose mutual admiration helped shape the Classical era.
Echoes of Autumn
Sunday, October 18 | 3 p.m.
The St. Joseph Community Chorus honors St. Joseph’s voices of yesterday, today and tomorrow during a
concert celebrating the music, memories and people who have shaped the community’s musical heritage.
Glore After Hours
Friday, October 23, and Saturday, October 31 | 9 p.m.
Explore the history of the former State Lunatic Asylum No. 2 during this unique after-hours experience from Saint Joseph Museums, featuring stories about former patients and a brief introduction to the site’s paranormal history.
St. Joseph Historic Pipe Organ Tour and Concert
Saturday, October 24 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Enjoy a day devoted to historic pipe organs, beautiful sanctuaries and talented local musicians, beginning with live piano music by Greg Filardo.
Witches Tea
Monday, October 26 | Noon and 6:30 p.m.
The Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art invites guests to enjoy either a luncheon or evening seating. Costumes are encouraged, and the festivities will include a costume contest and awards.
Murder at the Mansion
Friday, October 30 | 6–8 p.m.
Saint Joseph Museums presents an evening of mystery and Halloween fun in one of St. Joseph’s historic settings.
Event schedules, admission requirements and registration details vary. Community members are encouraged to visit www.stjoearts.org for complete information and links to participating organizations.
The October Arts Calendar features programs presented by members of St. Joseph’s arts and cultural community, including the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art, Saint Joseph Museums, Saint Joseph Symphony and St. Joseph Community Chorus.
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