SouthWest Artists is a local non-profit organization which has been devoted to promoting the arts in Mena for the past 60 years. We welcome your support. Take an art class, come to see our exhibitions, become a member of the association.

SWA has been hanging the work of local artists in the lobby of the First National Bank for almost two decades, but several years ago we acquired our own building at 607 Mena St. We now have 6 to 10 exhibits a year, most of which are open to members and non-members of all ages.

Every year SWA offers classes ranging from “Drawing for the Absolute Beginner” to “Abstract and Non-Objective Painting.” Our instructors include local artists recognized for their skill and experienced in sculpting, photography, and many other media. We have recently expanded our class roster to include cooking classes, in addition to art.

To continue these activities and begin the many new ones we are planning to add in the coming months we have to reach out to new constituencies for support and participation. We hope you will join in our mission to bring art to the people of Polk County by becoming a member today. Call (479-394-3880) for information or come by the gallery at 607 Mena Street to pick up an application.