Jacoby Arts Center

Jacoby Arts Center

Our mission

JACOBY ARTS CENTER is a 501c3 non profit that nurtures and promotes the practice and appreciation of the arts through Education, Exhibitions, Cultural Programming, and Outreach Initiatives. ENGAGING IMAGINATIONS. ENRICHING LIVES.


Events
Events
Elements of Fine Art
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Elements of Fine Art
Feb 5 - Apr 23 | 3 dates & times
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Adult Open Clay Studio Spring 2026
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Adult Open Clay Studio Spring 2026
Feb 6 - May 1 | 12 dates & times
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Sensory Exploration Spring 2026
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Sensory Exploration Spring 2026
Jan 12 - Apr 27 | 16 dates & times
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Visible Mending Sit & Sew
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Visible Mending Sit & Sew
Mar 7, 12:00 - 3:00 AM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Kids Art Club Spring 2026
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Kids Art Club Spring 2026
Feb 8 - Apr 12 | 3 dates & times
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Fiber & Textile Community Meetup March
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Fiber & Textile Community Meetup March
Mar 8, 9:00 - 11:00 PM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Stained Glass for Adults - Shamrock
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Stained Glass for Adults - Shamrock
Mar 12, 11:00 PM - Mar 13, 2:00 AM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Color Interaction in Pattern with Watercolor
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Color Interaction in Pattern with Watercolor
Mar 14, 5:00 - 7:00 PM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Paper Quilling
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Paper Quilling
Mar 15, 7:00 - 9:00 PM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Trinket Tray Clay Workshop
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Trinket Tray Clay Workshop
Mar 22, 3:00 - 5:00 PM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Stained Glass for Adults - Mushroom
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Stained Glass for Adults - Mushroom
Mar 22, 6:00 - 9:00 PM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Adult Wheel Throwing Spring 2026
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Adult Wheel Throwing Spring 2026
Feb 4 - Apr 29 | 3 dates & times
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Adult Hand Building Spring 2026
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Adult Hand Building Spring 2026
Feb 5 - Apr 30 | 3 dates & times
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Junk Journaling
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Junk Journaling
Apr 10, 11:00 PM - Apr 11, 2:00 AM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Weekend Wheel Workshop
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Weekend Wheel Workshop
Apr 11 - Apr 18 | 2 dates & times
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Intro to Metals
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Intro to Metals
Apr 11 - May 17 | 3 dates & times
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Fiber & Textile Community Meetup April
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Fiber & Textile Community Meetup April
Apr 12, 9:00 - 11:00 PM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Wall Flower Pocket Clay Workshop
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Wall Flower Pocket Clay Workshop
Apr 25, 3:00 - 6:00 PM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Silver Stacker Rings Workshop
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Silver Stacker Rings Workshop
Apr 26, 7:00 - 10:00 PM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Opening Minds Through Art (OMA)
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Opening Minds Through Art (OMA)
Mar 7, 4:30 PM - May 2, 4:30 PM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Mommy & Me Mugs Clay Workshop
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Mommy & Me Mugs Clay Workshop
May 2, 3:00 - 5:00 PM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Fiber & Textile Community Meetup May
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Fiber & Textile Community Meetup May
May 3, 9:00 - 11:00 PM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Botanical Illustration Journal
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Botanical Illustration Journal
May 6, 11:00 PM - May 28, 1:00 AM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Stained Glass for Adults - June
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Stained Glass for Adults - June
Jun 14 - Jun 26 | 2 dates & times
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Messy Summer Art Camp
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Messy Summer Art Camp
Jun 29, 2:00 PM - Jul 3, 5:00 PM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Preschool Sampler Summer Camp
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Preschool Sampler Summer Camp
Jul 6, 2:30 PM - Jul 10, 4:00 PM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Botany & Art Summer Camp
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Botany & Art Summer Camp
Jul 6, 6:00 PM - Jul 10, 9:00 PM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Stained Glass for Adults - July
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Stained Glass for Adults - July
Jul 12 - Jul 17 | 2 dates & times
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Whimsical Garden Summer Art Camp
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Whimsical Garden Summer Art Camp
Jul 13, 2:00 PM - Jul 17, 5:00 PM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Wild World of Art Summer Camp
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Wild World of Art Summer Camp
Jul 13, 6:00 PM - Jul 17, 9:00 PM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Teen Clay Camp
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Teen Clay Camp
Jul 13, 6:00 PM - Jul 17, 9:00 PM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Fiber Art Camp
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Fiber Art Camp
Jul 20, 6:00 PM - Jul 24, 9:00 PM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Clay Camp 6-8 Year Olds
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Clay Camp 6-8 Year Olds
Jul 20, 2:00 PM - Jul 25, 5:00 PM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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Clay Camp 9-12 Year Olds
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Clay Camp 9-12 Year Olds
Jul 27, 2:00 PM - Jul 31, 5:00 PM UTC
208 State St, Alton, IL 62002, USA
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More ways to support us
Support the Arts - Donate Today!
Donation
Support the Arts - Donate Today!
The arts make all of our lives better, our neighborhoods richer, & our community stronger.Jacoby Arts Center is a 501(c)3 committed to Engaging Imaginations & Enriching Lives in the Riverbend through art & we can't do it without YOU!Your donation helps Jacoby to:Reach & Impact the Riverbend Area through ArtEngage Imaginations & Enrich Lives in our CommunityHelp LOCAL Artists get paid Inspire the community through free public art exhibitsKeep paid events affordable and free events freeProvide class scholarships to those in needMake exploring art accessible to ALL To learn more about our impact, please visit: jacobyartscenter.org/annual-reportBecause we believe in ART FOR ALL & that every penny makes a difference -- ALL DONATIONS NOW INCLUDE A MEMBERSHIP TO JACOBY ARTS CENTER!Member benefits include: early access to programs and classes via our monthly newsletter.special member event invites and discountsDonations of $500.00 and above include sponsor benefits. Sponsorships run March-March of each year the final deadline to be listed as a 2023 sponsor is February 15th. For more info on Sponsor benefits, please visit:jacobyartscenter.org/sponsor
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Sponsors 2026
Donation
Sponsors 2026
Jacoby Arts Center is a 501(c)3 committed to engaging imaginations and enriching lives in the Riverbend area through art. We cannot do it without you!To become a sponsor, please submit your donation by Feb. 15, 2025 for a 2026 sponsorship, effective March 2026 - February 2027. If you cannot donate this year, please consider adding us to your sponsorship budget next year.Did you know? JAC can accept gifts of stock and other types of investments. You can donate directly through your IRA. Reach and impact the Riverbend area through artEngage imaginations and enrich lives in your communityHelp local artists get paid and inspire the community through free public art exhibitsKeep paid events affordable and free events freeProvide class scholarships to those in needMake exploring art accessible for ALL
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Clay Studio Members 2025
Membership
Clay Studio Members 2025
Clay Studio Membership is for those ages 16+ with enough knowledge that they do not need an instructor present. The studio is for self-guided work time; an instructor will not necessarily be present. Monthly Rental Fee is $150 and will be paid by monthly recurring charge through this form. Additionally, you'll pay a $150 deposit to secure against any damages to the facilities. To be refunded at the termination of your lease. Please give 30 days notice prior to cancelling your membership as our spaces are limited. This will allow us time to notify our wait list of an available space. Deposits can be paid through this link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/clay-studio-onboardingKiln is not to be used by Member unless approved by Clay Studio Coordinator. Supplies to be purchased by you: Clay - Orders will be placed by Clay Studio Coordinator at the first of each month, if needed. Please allow a week's notice if you need to place an order. $3 Per pot for glaze & fire (if outside of class firing schedule and capacity)
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