About Event Hairpins in the Lounge is a free, monthly gathering for everyone to connect, relax, and build community. Hosted by Hairpins in partnership with Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, this welcoming meetup makes inclusive spaces designed for connection and conversation. Free, no tickets required. About Hairpins Hairpins is a queer-led events and community ...
Join us in the "America 250: Common Threads" Gallery for a talk on Melanin Activation by Basil Kincaid. Basil Kincaid is a contemporary artist based in St. Louis, Missouri and Accra, Ghana who makes large scale, dynamic quilts using traditional methods. His quilt, Melanin Activation, features sequins and vibrantly colored strips of used clothing and ...
About Event Step into the world of mentorship with Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Northwest Arkansas for an evening of community-led fun! Join “Bigs” and “Littles” in the Lounge for rounds of Bingo led by a professional BBBS caller who brings the fun, energy, and team spirit. Whether you’re playing for prizes or just ...
About Event Visit us at the Museum Store for a regional showcase with Cheryl Kellar. This ongoing artist program invites local artists into the museum one weekend each month to engage visitors through live demonstrations, talks, and hands-on workshops hosted in the museum store. Free, no tickets required. Drop-in anytime from 10 a.m. to 5 ...
Step into a world of floating fun at our Bubble Party at the Campus Parking Plaza. Interact with bubble artist Big Poppa Bubble, enjoy the splash pad, and get creative with exciting art activities for all ages. It's a day filled with joy, laughter, bubbles, engaging outdoor education—perfect for kids and families looking for a ...
About Event We invite you to join Chef Timothy Ordway and his team of culinary artists for Wednesdays Over Water: a casual evening of food, drinks, and conversation featuring handcrafted small plates and expert insights. Each month, you’ll enjoy a four-course dinner menu inspired by a chosen theme, whether it be artworks in the museum’s ...
About Event Light up the night with a Studio Social inspired by Keith Haring’s bold lines, club‑kid energy, and electrifying embrace of life. Work at your own pace as Queer Craft Corner and Crystal Bridges teaching artists guide you through two vibrant, club‑style projects. Choose to move between projects as you create a neon‑style artwork ...
About Event Slow down and cultivate balance at Crystal Bridges during a guided Tai Chi experience led by Ozark Integrative Medicine. Often described as “meditation in motion,” Tai Chi is a centuries-old Chinese martial art that blends slow, intentional movement with breath and focused awareness. This gentle, accessible practice is known to improve balance, reduce ...