Speaker: Gary Westcott Just as in the past, the audience may hear authors, historians, and lecturers on a wide range of topics. Instead of visiting the museum in person, the audience may view any or all of the six speakers on our website, www.ponyexpress.org at their convenience in the comfort of their homes. This format allows us... View Article

Over 50 vendors including mini photo sessions, custom crafts, sweet treats, clothing, jewelry, and more. Available for purchase: Taco Bar by Claudia's Kitchen, Margaritas by Castle Bridge Entertainment by Jeff Lux Admittance is free but please bring an item for our Second Harvest food drive. Items needed: boxed cereal, peanut butter, pasta, mac & cheese,... View Article

The theme for 2022 is “Garden Party: Room to Bloom.” All entries are strongly encouraged to design their units around this theme. Parade Route: Noyes and Frederick to 9th, left on 9th for 1 block to Felix. Right on Felix to end at 5th Street.  

The Downtown Association and the Felix Street Gourmet want to invite you to experience the Apple Blossom parade Downtown this year with a FREE concert in Coleman Hawkins Park at Felix Street Square from 11am to 2pm featuring Mo-D Trio. Parade Route - Noyes and Frederick to 9th, left on 9th for 1 block to... View Article

Some participants come to sample craft beers and taste local cuisine, but as the Beer Walk for the Arts makes a comeback, the draw for many people is sure to be the house tours!   The 2022 Beer Walk will feature six houses representing a variety of architectural styles for guests to explore.  The tours are... View Article

Free Dash plaques to show vehicles Free Registration T-shirt raffle, music, 50/50 pot. Pop and water available. Bring your classic car/truck, your lawn chair and friends and family to enjoy a nice evening. (No alcohol) Please bring canned goods to support local food bank. Sponsored by Northwest Missouri Street Rods.

With the help of volunteers, sponsors, and donors, the annual Pot of Gold auction is a signature event for the museum. Since its inception in 1978, the Pot of Gold auction supports the museum’s operating budget, education initiatives, and special programs. This year’s theme is “Premiere Night,” celebrating an evening at the movies. Participants are... View Article

The St. Joseph Downtown Association invites you downtown to enjoy an evening with your family and friends listening to live music under the stars EVERY 3rd FRIDAY from MAY to OCTOBER. Each Free Friday night concert will feature a different band playing family friendly music. Bring a beach chair or blanket. For your convenience, snacks... View Article

Beat the heat by enjoying the COOLEST VIBES in downtown St. Joseph! This summer, Third Fridays downtown combines the dining and drinking experiences you know and love with LIVE music in the park, and special evening shopping hours from select businesses! Bands, specials and list of shops offering evening hours will vary month to month.... View Article

On May 19th, 2021 the St. Joseph Stockyards had its last sale after 135 years in operation. From cattle trails to train rails and interstate highways, 'SOLD!' follows the growth and change in St. Joseph and in agriculture in other communities across the nation. 'SOLD!' explores the impact of stockyards, livestock auctions, packing houses, and... View Article

The Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art will host a reception in honor of Don Hollingsworth, a master of peony hybridization. Don is a long-time supporter of the AKMA and, along with the support of many peers, has donated live plants for the beautification of AKMA gardens and grounds. This event will take place outside on the... View Article

FREE and open to the public. If it's hard to get to the museum during our regular hours, this is the moment for you! Bring the whole family for an after-hours event featuring kids games and activities, a chance to see our new exhibitions, enjoy an artistic activity, grab a drink at the cash bar... View Article

Ready to dive into creating in colored pencil? This workshop’s special lesson will focus on clear and colored glass. Wanda will walk you through the process step by step, layer by layer, as you learn her methods in colored pencil. As always, this workshop will also be open to those that want to do their... View Article

Join the City of St. Joseph is the ribbon-cutting and grand opening of NW Missouri's newest mountain biking and hiking destination! At 4:00 PM, join us at the WPA shelters near the top of the trail system for the official ribbon cutting with City staff, the parks department, City Council, Nomad Trails Development, Ideker Inc.,... View Article

Join us for our monthly Community Market! We will feature artisans, farmers, gardeners and informational booths all in an effort to build community and celebrate Earth and each other. We will set up the market in the parking lot of the Center for JOY. In case of rain or excessive wind, we will move inside.... View Article

Joint Vet's Organization is Hosting Memorial Day Remembrance at Civic Center Park on May 30 at 11 am Everyone is invited please bring a lawn chair and enjoy this event. In case of rain, it will be held at the Joyce Ray Patterson Building. Please let us remember those who fought for our freedom.