Artscope presents Wall Ball 2018, a live art extravaganza highlighting top St. Louis artists. One of St. Louis' most unique art events, Wall Ball guests witness artwork created live while enjoying a dazzling party. Guest interact with the artists at work, and bid on the chance to take home their favorite artwork.
Wall Ball proceeds benefit Artscope, a non-profit arts organization in Tower Grove Park, whose mission is to "create the community leaders and entrepreneurs of the future through a focus on creativity, diversity, ecology, cooperation and play."
Artscope was founded in 2002 and formerly known as the South City Open Studio and Gallery (SCOSAG). It is a nonprofit organization located within Tower Grove Park that focuses on children's creativity. Artscope's mission is centered around developing creative problem solving skills in young people through providing a safe and educational environment for children to explore art and to strengthen the ties within the St. Louis community.
Wall Ball is set for Feb. 24, 7 to 11 p.m. at at the Third Degree Glass Factory in University City.
More information and tickets: artscopestl.org
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