Welcome to Center for lost arts

Center For Lost Arts is a place of retreat, learning & conscious community.
After a two year hiatus, we are offering opportunities to learn, practice & gather once more.
We continue to offer our guest spaces - Eva's Roost & Tiny House of Paul.
To book either one, go to our Airbnb calendars, check available dates & send an email request to:
centerforlostarts@gmail.com including a little about you and what you are wanting from your stay.
Airbnb Links: Eva's Roost & Tiny House of Paul 

Guest Retreat Spaces

Eva's Roost is a zen-style cottage nestled in the hillside overlooking the pond & forest. The extra large windows connect you to the natural world while you write, play music, practice yoga, sit and read or simply be. Spacious, rustic and cozy.
Head out the back door to listen to the birds, sit by a fire, watch the moon, look out at the pond or take a trail into the forest - carve out some time & space as a human being, not a human doing. Reconnect with yourself, a friend, or a loved one and with nature. 
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Tiny House of Paul is a tiny home designed & built by Paul, with many of his signature touches. It is centrally located near the greenhouse and woodshop, yet feels like a small world all it's own. A large westward window affords a beautiful forest view. A screened porch and outside deck provide space for grilling, relaxing in whatever way you desire. Guests need to feel comfortable with steps to the loft for sleeping. You'll find a small firepit in the trees behind the tiny, plus you have access to the trails, gardens & pond habitat on this beautiful 20 acre property. Long term guests are accepted.
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See calendar/photos on Airbnb then book with us directly to avoid fees:
~ Eva's Roost Retreat
~ Tiny House of Paul 

Mindfulness Meditation
& Mindful Living

 Bonnie Burton has been creating inclusive & welcoming spaces for people in one form or another her whole life. Currently she oversees Center For Lost Arts, including Eva's Roost & Tiny House of Paul. You can find out more about her offerings or book a one-on-one
​Mindful Living session at: 
​ www.soulintheworld.org
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Cobden Village Shops
As the Pandemic hit in 2020, Bonnie took on managing *Cobden Village Shops in downtown Cobden. Originally an antique mall, owned by Paul, Bonnie has been working to transform the building into a place of community, diversity and ecofriendly opportunities. The shops support local makers, vintage collectors, repurposers, artists, growers, producers & others who are committed to environmental & social responsibility, creativity & consciousness. If this sparks your interest & you are looking for a small "shop" of your own or you wish to consign your art or artisan wares, contact Bonnie at: cobdenvillageshops@gmail.com
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Cobden Village Shops is located at 220 S. Front St in Cobden, a mile up the road from Center For Lost Arts.

Paul J. Frank
Master Craftsman, gardener & artist

Paul Frank is the designer & builder of all structures & interior furnishings at Center For Lost Arts. It's his greatest passion to build and create with stone & wood in connection with the natural surroundings. He is also the master gardener, having planted all of the flower gardens, tended the produce gardens for over 35 years & more recently established a greenhouse.  The forest on the property was originally a daffodil and peony farm. Paul planted 4500 trees over thirty five years ago and now a thriving eco-system has evolved.
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Paul has recently been diagnosed with Essential Thrombocythemia. He is recovering the use of his hands after several strokes & seizures, while managing several previously diagnosed medical conditions. Although Paul needs to rest several times throughout the day, he is currently guiding his apprentices in building a strawbale home and working on completing the dining room of House of Paul. 
Paul is an extremely inspiring and motivating individual to be around. We hope to share Paul's knowledge, this property & our offerings for years to come.
 www.pauljfrank.com

Bonnie & Paul come from different backgrounds with their own passions and skill sets. They share a common commitment to the environment & to each person finding their passion in life. Currently, Becca lives on the property and works for the Nature Conservancy. She brings a wealth of knowledge about ecology and a deep passion for social justice issues. Her work with the people of St. Louis, Missouri are close to heart. We love that she also enjoys sharing her time, expertise and passion with us here at Center For Lost Arts. Rachel, Neal and Shane are learning, working and building a strawbale home on the property. They are apprentices of Paul's, bringing a passion for zero waste, creativity and a strong work ethic into the Center For Lost Arts community. Their commitment to inclusivity is a welcoming energy both at Center For Lost Arts and in town at our Cobden Village Shops and Saturday Market.

Find us on Instagram:
@tiny_artchitecture
@soul_in_the_world
@shopincobden
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On Facebook: 
Soul in the World
​Cobden Village Shops
Packrats  Paradise

On Airbnb:
​Eva's Roost
Tiny House of Paul