Come. Create. Celebrate.
St. Francis’s vision of nature and creation affected early Renaissance artists who began incorporating scenes of the natural world into their work. The friars of our Province have a long history of celebrating and honoring the arts. We believe in the importance of art for our communities.
The campus at Mount Saint Francis, in Indiana, provides studio/gallery spaces and outdoor natural areas that lead to spiritual and creative encounters for people of all ages. At Holy Cross Retreat Center in Mesilla Park, NM, the annual Franciscan Festival of Fine Arts is eagerly awaited by artists and art enthusiasts. The Franciscan Arts Initiative ensures that beauty and spirit brought to life through art continues to be honored and celebrated.
Make A Difference
Do you love art and artists? Music, painting, photography, and pottery? The Franciscan Arts Initiative is looking for volunteers!
Stay in touch with the latest Franciscan Arts Initiative Newsletter!
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Featured Events
2025 Holiday Art Sale
Tiffany Method- Stained Glass Class, December 3, 2025
The Christmas Crèche: A Franciscan Legacy
Tiffany Method-Stained Glass Class, December 10, 2025
More Upcoming Events & Programs
Watercolor Class with John Florence – October 7
Watercolor Class with John Florence – November 12
Watercolor Class with John Florence – November 18
Watercolor Class with John Florence – November 19
Open Bluegrass Jam
Watercolor Class with John Florence – November 25
Watercolor Class with John Florence – November 26
Open Bluegrass Jam
8-Week Pottery Session – Dec 8 – Jan 26
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Painting Classes
Open Bluegrass Jam at Mount Saint Francis
Pottery Classes
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