Friends of Overland Park Arts

10/28/2025

It may feel early for winter magic, but the holidays are already calling! 📣Our Nutcracker Tea Party is almost SOLD OUT and there are only a few tables and seats left. Last call if you want to join the fun!

✨ December 6 & 7 at Fiorella’s Event Space
🩰 1-hour performance of The Nutcracker ballet by Crescendo Conservatory, perfect for kiddos!
🫖 Festive tea party with tasty holiday treats
🎁 Holiday boutique shopping for gifts & sparkly surprises
👸 Dress up in your holiday best and make magical memories

Best of all, every ticket supports our mission as Friends of Overland Park Arts and helps raise funds to bring public art initiatives to our community. 🎨❤️

🎟️ Grab your seats today! https://bit.ly/3LwaCHc
📸 Nicholas Shea

10/27/2025

We are honored to support the Johnson County Community College Student Exhibition, now on display at Art at the Center inside Tomahawk Ridge Community Center. Through our annual grant to the City of Overland Park, we help provide meaningful opportunities for local artists to grow, connect, and share their voice.

🖼️ Free community exhibit
📍 Tomahawk Ridge Community Center | 11902 Lowell Ave
📅 On display through Nov. 9
🎓 Featuring emerging artists from JCCC

Stop by and experience the power of local art. Created by students, supported by community, and made possible by people who believe in creativity for all.

10/03/2025

What a joy to celebrate the opening of Bietigheim-Bissingen Park this week! A gathering place that unites two cities and celebrates a lasting partnership. 🇺🇸🤝🇩🇪

Together as the Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park and Friends of Overland Park Arts, we are proud to have supported this project with a grant that made possible the centerpiece of the park: an incredible sculpture by renowned German artist Dieter Kränzlein. Carved from symbolic shell limestone and shipped directly from our sister city, this work of art symbolizes connection, culture, and community at the heart of the new park.

From the ribbon cutting and music to the sealing of a time capsule, the dedication was a beautiful reminder of the power of art and partnership. We’re honored to help bring meaningful art to our community for all to enjoy!

📸 City of Overland Park, Kansas Government

09/18/2025

We’re so proud to be the Presenting Sponsor of the Overland Park Fall Festival (Sept. 26–27)! 🎨✨ Our major grant helps bring this beloved annual celebration of local music, food, and artisan creativity to the community.

09/15/2025

Free Concert with the Overland Park Orchestra! 🎶

This Friday, Sept. 19, at 7pm, experience an unforgettable evening of pop favorites and Hollywood film scores at Matt Ross Community Center. A family-friendly musical adventure for all ages.

08/22/2025

As we say goodbye to summer, we’re also saying goodbye to the Stems Plein-Air Art Exhibit. 👋 This is the final weekend to see it at The Rice Gallery of Fine Art! (Aug 22-24)

This year’s showcase put $3,600 directly into the hands of local artists through the sale of their work. Supporting and uplifting local talent is at the heart of our mission, and we’re so grateful to everyone who makes it possible!

08/08/2025

Art, conversation, and community. 🖼 Join us Thursday, August 14!

You're invited to the opening reception for "The Winding Road," an art exhibit by local Kansas artist Donna Yeager. 🖼️ ✨

Join us on Thursday, August 14 from 5-7 p.m. at the Tomahawk Ridge Community Center, 11902 Lowell Ave., to meet the artist, enjoy light refreshments and be among the first to see this beautiful collection that highlights the simple moments in everyday life.

Yeager’s work is on display through September 28. This exhibit and reception are free and open to all.

06/24/2025

The African American Artists Collective KC Exhibit is back, and you won’t want to miss it. Curated by Jason Piggie, this year’s show features stunning work by Kansas City artists Clarissa Knighten, Maria North-Morgan, and Michael Toombs.

The exhibit dives into powerful themes of culture, identity, and social change, offering a moving glimpse into the stories and creativity that shape our community.

🖼️ Now showing at Tomahawk Ridge Community Center through July 27 during open hours.

Come to the Opening Reception on Thursday, June 26 from 5 to 7 p.m. Meet the artists, enjoy some light bites, and experience the art up close. It’s free and open to everyone.

06/20/2025

Join the Overland Park Civic Band for a night of rhythm, energy and celebration. 🎺🌙 This Sunday's free summer concert is filled with the vibrant sounds of Latin American music.

The evening features trumpet soloist Dwight Rhodes performing “La Virgen de la Macarena” and a full lineup of Latin-inspired works written for band. Bring a chair and your people to enjoy music that moves you!

📅 Sunday, June 22 | 7 p.m.
📍 Indian Creek Recreation Center, 10308 Marty St.

06/13/2025

Catch us at the Downtown Overland Park Art Fair this weekend! FOA’s got activities, sparkle, and smiles near 80 Santa Fe Art Gallery. 👋

06/11/2025

Love art? Love people? You’re just who we need! 🎨

Our Friends of Overland Park Arts group is looking for friendly faces to help out at our booth during the Downtown Overland Park Art Fair this weekend Friday, June 13 & Saturday, June 14!

We are proud Benefactor Sponsors of the event and would love your help at the booth by spreading the word about arts in OP. No experience needed. We’ll pair you with an FOA board member and give you a simple cheat sheet to guide the way.

✨ Fun activities
✨ Creative vibes
✨ Awesome community connections

Come hang with us and support something meaningful. Drop a comment or message us if you’re interested! 👇💬 Or check out the sign up sheet to join a time slot https://bit.ly/45lQwaQ