Community Supported Art Fair

Join us for the kickoff of Springboard for the Arts’ Community Supported Art (CSA) program at our East 7th store. Meet local artists featured in this year’s CSA, shop for handmade works perfect for the holiday season and beyond, and learn how you can support artists directly by purchasing a CSA share at the event.

Enjoy a free bowl of soup and bread** while you browse and connect with the creative community.

Soup Flavors: Beef Chili and Bountiful Veggie with a side of bread

This event is open to all and a great way to celebrate local art, food, and community.

Participating Artists:

• Check back soon for information on our participating artists

Additional notes on the event schedule:

• The event is free and open to the public.
• You do not need to register, but registering does help us plan for food.
• This is a drop-in event

**While supplies last

More about our partner Springboard for the Arts

Springboard for the Arts is a nonprofit organization based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, located at 262 University Avenue West. Founded in 1991, its mission is to support artists with the tools to make both a living and a life, while helping build just and equitable communities filled with meaning, joy, and connection. The organization serves artists of all disciplines through professional development workshops, business and legal consultations, equipment and resource lending, and a resource center that provides access to tools and technology. Its programs focus on helping artists sustain their careers while strengthening the creative and cultural fabric of their communities.

Beyond individual support, Springboard for the Arts partners with neighborhoods, city agencies, and nonprofits to integrate artists into community development and economic revitalization projects. It is nationally recognized for its work in creative placemaking and its Guaranteed Income for Artists pilot, which provides monthly support to artists in the Rondo and Frogtown neighborhoods of St. Paul. Springboard also maintains a statewide directory of grants and opportunities, empowering artists to play a vital role in civic life and local economies.