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.
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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
Natural Energy: Clay, Wood, and Color – Art Exhibit by Dru Pilmer and Kevin Darst
Owls and Antlers…Wisdom and Strength – Art Exhibit by Penny Sisto – Opening Reception
Beyond the Blue – Art Exhibit by Kevin Rose Shultz and Trish Korte
Beyond the Blue – Opening Reception
More Upcoming Events & Programs
Open Bluegrass Jam
Watercolor Class with John Florence – October 8
Watercolor Class – October 9
Docent Training with Andrew Hardin
Open Bluegrass Jam
Watercolor Class with John Florence – October 15
Watercolor Class – October 16
Painting with the Padre – Street Scene, Miraflores, Peru
Watercolor Class – October 23
Open Bluegrass Jam
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Painting Classes
Open Bluegrass Jam at Mount Saint Francis
Pottery Classes
Community Yoga at the Mount
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