Come join Joyce Haynes as she speaks about her process and works on her most current sculpture. 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. ...
This hands-on workshop invites students to explore storytelling through ceramic sculpture by creating their own imaginative forms. Beginning with an examination of how meaning can be conveyed through shape and form, students will use reference images to develop ideas for complex, creature-inspired designs. From there, the workshop guides students through a range of hand building ...
Discover the relaxing art of needle felting in this eight-week Studio 55+ course with Dani Ives, designed for adults ages 55 and up. Using colorful wool fibers and simple felting techniques, you'll learn how to blend color, create texture, and build depth as you create beautiful landscapes inspired by the natural world. Working at a ...
Celebrate the opening of Grandma Moses: A Good Day's Work with a panel conversation about the woman behind Grandma Moses. Join curators from Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, and collector and dealer Jane Kallir for a conversation about Anna May Robertson Moses, the artist behind the beloved public persona ...
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 ...
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 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 ...
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 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 ...
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 ...
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 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 ...