Studio Tour
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April 11th
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Studio Tour 〰️ April 11th 〰️
Where Puro San Antonio is Made
Since the founding of the Missions, the south side of San Antonio has been home to craftsmen, artisans, and artists.
The River Artes District is dedicated to revitalizing south San Antonio by promoting local artisans, craftsmen, and small manufacturers.
Our Mission
Made possible by the Main Street America and the City of San Antonio, the River Artes District is on a mission to restore the vibe and vitality of the south side by nurturing local creators.
We believe communities can prosper when we support local businesses who take pride in their work.
Our Vision
The south side is the heart of San Antonio. We envision a beautiful, welcoming environment which fosters our city’s creative energy, builds a stronger community, and creates a more resilient business environment.
Our Partners
Meet the River Artisans
These creators opened their spaces to the public during our first Studio Tour event in May 2025. They each took guests behind-the-scenes of creating their work.
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![People working on pottery projects in a well-lit ceramics studio with wooden work tables, shelves with supplies, and a piano in the background.]()
BREVA Creative Maker Space
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![People observing and discussing artwork in an art gallery with white walls and framed photographs.]()
Mercury Project
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![A man in a gray cap and white shirt is working on a large mosaic of a person's portrait on a concrete wall. The mosaic depicts a woman with distinct facial features, glasses, and a bluish outfit, with radiant golden rays behind her head.]()
Oscar Alvarado
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![Glassblowing workshop with five people shaping molten glass into a sphere, wearing protective glasses and gloves, in a workshop with equipment and tools around.]()
Caliente Hot Glass
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![Two artists, a man and a woman, standing together in an art studio surrounded by large colorful paintings. The man is wearing a gray cap, blue shirt, and black apron, while the woman is wearing a plaid shirt, black skirt, and heels. They are smiling at the camera.]()
Burnt Nopal Creative Studio
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![A bearded man with glasses and a bandana on his head, wearing a red shirt, is looking sideways in a dimly lit environment.]()
Stonehaven Knife Works
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![A cozy coffee shop counter with a decorative black-and-white tile front, hanging plants, and two baristas preparing drinks. Sunlight streams in from the right side, illuminating the workspace.]()
Poetic Republic Coffee
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![Person sewing a piece of clay or similar material on a work table.]()
The Clay Department
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![A glass of beer on a black leather surface with a white and yellow logo for Freetail Brewing Co., with a stylized bat inside a circle.]()
Freetail Brewing
Getting Here
Nestled between Highway 90 and Interstate 37, there are plenty of ways to get here. Explore the interactive map with featured businesses to navigate to featured businesses.
Parking
Free parking EVERYWHERE! Most studios have small parking lots or nearby street parking available.
About the River Artes District
Since the founding of the Missions, the south side has been home to craftsmen, artisans, and artists.
The River Artes District is dedicated to revitalizing south San Antonio by promoting local artisans, craftsmen, and small manufacturers.
We believe communities can prosper when we support local businesses who take pride in their work.
What to Do in the District
There is always something to do in River Artes. From workshops, classes, gallery openings and more, you're sure to leave inspired. Check out our events page for a list of free events and follow us on Instagram for regular updates.
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