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Walton Arts Center


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural, Music, Performing Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: Walton Arts Center and Walmart AMP bring great performing artists and entertainers from around the world to Northwest Arkansas, connecting and engaging people through inspiring arts experiences.
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November 14, 2025


Art Ventures


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Crafts & Applied Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: Art Ventures promotes the visual arts in Northwest Arkansas by actively collaborating with the community, supporting artists working to the highest standards, encouraging education and public engagement in the arts, and providing accessibility to under-represented communities.
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November 17, 2025


Arkansas Public Theatre


Location: Rogers

Organization Type: Performing Arts

Mission: Arkansas Public Theatre provides live theater experiences for audiences, performers and students, enhancing the Rogers Historic District and creating a regional destination.
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Botanical Garden of the Ozarks


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Advocacy & Service, Community & Cultural

Mission: As a nonprofit public garden sustained by members, donors, and guests – not taxpayer dollars – BGO is a regional destination that thrives with your support. Just off the Razorback Greenway, we’re closer than you think and always worth the visit! The Botanical Garden of the Ozarks is a […]
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Arts Live Theatre


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Performing Arts

Mission: To empower children and youth and enrich lives through excellence in youth theatre and education.
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November 19, 2025


Amazeum


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural, Visual Arts

Mission: The Amazeum exists to spark and nurture the curious and creative spirit in all of us. For the young and the young at heart, experience Northwest Arkansas’ hub for hands-on fun, creativity, and discovery. We are your hub for fun, creativity, and discovery.
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Arkansas Air and Military Museum


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Community & Cultural

Mission: Follow the colorful history of aviation in Arkansas and American military conflicts through numerous displays of original artifacts and aviation memorabilia! The historic aircraft in the Arkansas Air & Military Museum are unusual among museum exhibits because many of them still fly. Static displays at the museum range from the golden age […]
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November 20, 2025


Ballet Arkansas


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Performing Arts

Mission: Ranked among the top 100 ballet companies in America by the Dance Data Project, Ballet Arkansas was incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation in 1979.
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Northwest Arkansas Jazz Society


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Music

Mission: The Northwest Arkansas Jazz Society (NAJS) is a non-profit organization that seeks to present, preserve, promote, and celebrate the great American art form known as jazz. Memberships and donations support our education programs, concert presentations, and artist development.
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November 22, 2025


Bentonville Public Library


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural, Crafts & Applied Arts, Literary & Language Arts, Media, Film & Digital Arts, Performing Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: Our mission is to engage our community, to encourage discovery and promote literacy by offering lifelong learning opportunities. We value Community, Diversity, Education and Intellectual Freedom.
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November 25, 2025


Community Creative Center


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Advocacy & Service, Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural, Crafts & Applied Arts, Literary & Language Arts, Media, Film & Digital Arts, Music, Performing Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: OUR MISSION
“To awaken the extraordinary power of art to engage individuals and
community through accessible arts education.”
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Fayetteville Public Library


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Literary & Language Arts

Mission: Our Mission
To strengthen our community and empower our citizens through free and public access to knowledge.

Our Vision
To be powerfully relevant and completely accessible.

Our Values
+ Integrity, trust, and accountability

+ Creativity, innovation, and efficiency

+ Kindness, humor, and fun

+ Respect for ourselves […]
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Fenix Arts


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural, Crafts & Applied Arts, Media, Film & Digital Arts, Performing Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: MISSION
Enriching Northwest Arkansas through art, we foster creative connections, nurture local artists, and build bridges to navigate and understand the world around us.

VISION
We envision an inclusive, creative community where art and the […]
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Fifth Street Studio


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Crafts & Applied Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: We offer classes for all ranges of ability, from true beginner all the way up to advanced ceramics. Our vision is to bring accessible space to beginners and make a space for them to grow, learn and make messes. We also provide resources for production and gallery artists, and […]
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Mount Sequoyah


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Advocacy & Service, Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural, Performing Arts

Mission: Mount Sequoyah has provided visitors with a truly unique space to celebrate and connect with people, land, and spirit since 1922. We look forward to seeing this special property into a new era of vitality and sustainability—mindful of its history, land and nearly […]
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November 29, 2025


Museum of Native American History


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Community & Cultural, Literary & Language Arts

Mission: The Museum of Native American History provides a place where visitors can experience the diverse Indigenous cultures of the Americas through pre-historic and historic art.
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Opera in the Ozarks


Location: Eureka Springs

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Music, Performing Arts

Mission: A summer music festival and training program for aspiring opera professionals, Founded in 1950. It’s one of the most respected small opera training programs in the U.S. Attracts young artists nationally and internationally. Tickets are affordable and popular with locals and visitors to Northwest Arkansas
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Pryor Center


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Advocacy & Service, Community & Cultural, Literary & Language Arts, Media, Film & Digital Arts

Mission: The Mission
The Pryor Center was created in 1999 at the urging of former US Senator David H. Pryor and Barbara Pryor of Arkansas, who have long had an interest in Arkansas history. The Center's mission is to document the […]
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Shiloh Museum of Ozark History


Location: Springdale

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural, Crafts & Applied Arts, Literary & Language Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: The Shiloh Museum of Ozark History serves the public by preserving and providing resources for finding meaning, enjoyment, and inspiration in the exploration of the Arkansas Ozarks.
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Smokehouse Players


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Performing Arts

Mission: The Smokehouse Players, based in Fayetteville, are a local acting company that has been performing notable plays for the community.
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Ozark Natural Science Center


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural

Mission: Our Mission: To strengthen the understanding, appreciation, and stewardship of land, water, and wildlife in the Ozarks. Our Vision: Everyone should have the opportunity to connect with the outdoors. We inspire and educate our community to protect the Ozarks. Our Core Values: Create clear and engaging educational programs […]
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November 30, 2025


Natural State Comedy


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Performing Arts

Mission: Natural State Comedy is a collective of stand-up comedians that produce, promote and perform on independent comedy shows at multiple venues across Northwest Arkansas. We independently produce comedy shows featuring nationally touring comedians with local and regional favorites, as well as open-mics for comedians of all experience levels.
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December 1, 2025


Music Moves


Location: Rogers

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural, Music

Mission: Our mission is to provide accessible and high-quality music education, fostering a unified community celebrating the richness of Black musical traditions. Music Moves is dedicated to advancing the appreciation, understanding, and preservation of Black Music through education and performance.
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Terra Studios


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural, Crafts & Applied Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: Terra Studios is a 501(c)3 non profit organization devoting all resources, profits, energies and donations to a dream of a brighter future through using art to create a better world. Our purpose is to promote art and inspire creativity. We hope you […]
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The Thaden School


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Literary & Language Arts, Performing Arts

Mission: Our mission is to provide a balanced and challenging education that ignites in our students a passion for discovery and learning, prepares them to succeed in college, and inspires them to lead lives of integrity, purpose, and responsible global citizenship. In pursuing our mission, we […]
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The Momentary


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Crafts & Applied Arts, Media, Film & Digital Arts, Music, Visual Arts

Mission: Hi, we’re the Momentary. And we’re all about the art of the moment. Designed as a platform for today’s art, food, and music, we’re a decommissioned cheese factory-turned-creative-hub and extension of Crystal Bridges focused on connecting communities—and you—to great experiences.
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Music Education Initiative


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural, Media, Film & Digital Arts

Mission: The Music Education Initiative exists to engage, educate, elevate and prepare, the next generation of professionals in the business of music and entertainment.

The Music Education Initiative is a diverse-led and founded nonprofit that operates as a 501(c)(3). We share the music and […]
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Ozark Blues Society


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Music, Performing Arts

Mission: The Ozark Blues Society of Northwest Arkansas (OBS) is a long-standing nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving, promoting, and celebrating blues music throughout the region. The Ozark Blues Society (based in the Northwest Arkansas area—Fayetteville, Bentonville, Rogers, Springdale, and surrounding communities) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit formed to support blues musicians, fans, venues, and […]
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Symphony of Northwest Arkansas (SoNA)


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Music

Mission: Mission SoNA brings great music to life in Northwest Arkansas. Vision SoNA will be recognized as a trailblazing orchestra as it: • Expands the possibilities of what an orchestra can be. • Changes lives by increasing interest and equity in the arts through outreach, education, collaboration and performance. • Creatively honors the past, present […]
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Arts One Presents


Location: Springdale

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Performing Arts

Mission: Mission Statement
Arts One Presents empowers artists, enriches business, and engages community through accessible and inclusive visual and performing arts experiences.

Vision Statement
Our vision at Arts One Presents is to foster thriving and inclusive communities through the power of art.

Values
We promote a community committed to artistic […]
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December 2, 2025


BFFOUNDATION


Location: Springdale

Organization Type: Media, Film & Digital Arts

Mission: THE MISSION
BFF is a year-long initiative which champions inclusion in all aspects of entertainment media. BFF’s primary objective is to influence mainstream media to immediately increase diversity in the content that is produced and distributed, because if they can see it, they can be it.

THE VISION
By supporting […]
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CACHE Creative Arkansas Community Hub & Exchange


Location: Fayetteville, Springdale

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural, Crafts & Applied Arts, Culinary, Literary & Language Arts, Media, Film & Digital Arts, Music, Performing Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: OUR MISSION
CACHE works with creatives, organizations, and communities to empower a more inspiring, inclusive, and equitable Northwest Arkansas.

OUR VISION
We envision our region as a sustainable […]
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Cinema of the Ozarks


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Media, Film & Digital Arts

Mission: About Cinema of the Ozarks
Cinema of the Ozarks (CinemaOZK) is a nonprofit arts and culture organization devoted to bringing rich, diverse film experiences to Northwest Arkansas (and beyond). Their mission is to “enhance the arts culture environment of Northwest Arkansas” by providing a venue — and a cultural space […]
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Experience Fayetteville


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Community & Cultural

Mission: Mission & Purpose Experience Fayetteville exists to promote and elevate Fayetteville, Arkansas as a vibrant, welcoming, and culturally rich destination. As the city’s official convention and visitors bureau, our purpose is to: Inspire travel to Fayetteville by highlighting its arts, culture, outdoor recreation, culinary scene, and unique local character. Generate economic growth […]
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Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural, Media, Film & Digital Arts, Performing Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: The mission of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is to welcome all to celebrate the American spirit in a setting that unites the power of art with the beauty of nature. Founded by philanthropist and arts patron Alice […]
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Institute for the Creative Arts


Location: Other

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural

Mission: Empowering students through an intensive arts and academic curriculum that prepares them for higher education, creative careers, and to become future leaders in the performing and visual arts industries.
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Downtown Bentonville Incorporated


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Community & Cultural

Mission: Downtown Bentonville Inc. exists to build, nurture, and promote a vibrant, welcoming, and dynamic downtown for all members of the community. As a private, nonprofit organization, DBI’s purpose is to:

– Activate downtown Bentonville through a robust calendar of community-focused events — from farmers markets, art markets, festivals, to parades and public […]
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Downtown Springdale Alliance


Location: Springdale

Organization Type: Community & Cultural

Mission: Downtown Springdale is a nonprofit that was formed in 2011 with a mission to promote a vibrant Downtown Springdale. We focus on activating our spaces, cultivating relationships within our downtown & creating events unique to Springdale that bring the community together. We want everyone to feel safe and right at home when […]
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Eureka Springs Chamber of Commerce


Location: Eureka Springs

Organization Type: Community & Cultural

Mission: The Greater Eureka Springs Chamber of Commerce exists to foster business and cultural growth in Eureka Springs, promote tourism, and enrich economic vitality — while contributing to the overall quality of life and community well-being. As a membership-funded, nonprofit business organization, the Chamber works to provide a supportive network for local […]
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Eureka Springs School of the Arts


Location: Eureka Springs

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support

Mission: EUREKA SPRINGS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
In the belief that art is vital to the human spirit, the Eureka Springs School of the Arts commits itself to cultivating, promoting, and encouraging artistic expression by providing art and fine craft education opportunities for students of all levels in a unique environment […]
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Fayetteville Film Fest


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Media, Film & Digital Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: Our Mission and Commitment
Welcome to the Fayetteville Film Fest, a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the art of filmmaking in Fayetteville, Arkansas, and its surrounding areas. Our mission is to unite a community of creators and supporters by bringing world-class independent films to our region, developing meaningful […]
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Fayetteville Movement Festival


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Performing Arts

Mission: Dance, Yoga, Art The Mission of Fayetteville Movement Festival 501(c)3 is to bring together community members making positive changes in the world of dance, yoga, and art. We work to bridge communities to share resiliency strategies that nurture creativity from within. Fayetteville Movement Festival hopes to inspire movements that catalyze these changes.
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Interform


Location: Springdale

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural, Crafts & Applied Arts

Mission: INTERFORM is a 501c3 Non-profit organization at the forefront of creative growth and change in our community. Empowering Creativity, Fostering inclusion: We’re on a mission to empower through skills and provide a safe space for artistic expression. Our goal: a self sustaining arts community […]
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December 3, 2025


Ozark Folkways


Location: Fayetteville, Other

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural, Crafts & Applied Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: Our Mission
Ozark Folkways brings together the hands and hearts of our living heritage.
We nurture a community that shares art, music, and food with love for education, history, and nature. With the help of tireless volunteers, generous donors, and our […]
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Latin Art Organization of Arkansas


Location: Springdale

Organization Type: Advocacy & Service, Community & Cultural, Performing Arts

Mission: The Latin Art Organization of Arkansas is a nonprofit entity based in Springdale, Arkansas, dedicated to promoting and reinforcing Latin culture. The organization aims to create spaces for various cultural events and preserve the Latin cultural heritage through citizen participation.
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Bee Balm Arkansas


Location: Bentonville, Fayetteville, Lowell, Rogers, Springdale

Organization Type: Literary & Language Arts

Mission: We bring writers in Northwest Arkansas together.
Bee Balm Arkansas is a community with whom you can try writing again.
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December 5, 2025


Fayetteville Underground


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Crafts & Applied Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: Fayetteville Underground promotes the visual arts in Northwest Arkansas by actively collaborating with the community. We work to support our local artists to the highest standards, and encourage education and public engagement in the arts throughout Fayetteville and the surrounding area.
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Phunbags Comedy Improv


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Performing Arts

Mission: Founded by a small group of local actors who wanted to bring improv comedy to Fayetteville, Phunbags have performed monthly at various venues in town such as the Dickon Street Theater, Hawaiian Brians, and even places like weddings and a funeral convention, but now mostly perform at Six Twelve Coffeehouse on Wedington Drive […]
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Prairie Grove Historical Society


Location: Other

Organization Type: Advocacy & Service, Community & Cultural

Mission: The Prairie Grove Historical Society (PGHS) was founded in early 2019 by Molly Hutchins, Rick Ault, and James T. Brown with the purpose of bringing together those interested in the history of Prairie Grove (Washington County) and surrounding areas. The society continued to grow steadily and had a board […]
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Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural, Music, Performing Arts

Mission: EDUCATE. INSPIRE. SUSTAIN ​Diversity is the essence of life. What would we be without our artists? In a world increasingly dependent on a screen, we at Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation seek to bring real world experiences to our little corner of the world here in Northwest […]
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The Camerata of NWA


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Music

Mission: The Camerata of Northwest Arkansas is an arts organization that promotes and performs opera, vocal chamber music, and solo artist recitals in an inclusive, accessible, and educational environment. Mission and Community Impact The organization’s mission extends beyond performance into education and community building. By offering recitals and concerts that are accessible and welcoming, the […]
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Fort Smith Regional Art Museum


Location: Other

Organization Type: Crafts & Applied Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: Mission Statement Fort Smith Regional Art Museum champions art in our community by providing enriching experiences that are accessible for all. The spirit of art unites us. Located in downtown Fort Smith, the Fort Smith Regional Art Museum (RAM) offers fine art exhibitions in five galleries featuring world-class artists, […]
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December 6, 2025


Her Set Her Sound


Location: Bentonville, Fayetteville, Rogers, Springdale

Organization Type: Media, Film & Digital Arts, Music

Mission: Our commitment:
to AMPLIFY, CONNECT, AND SUPPORT changemakers, artists, and music lovers, especially black women and gender-expansive folks, with dignity and care.
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The House Of Songs


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Music, Performing Arts

Mission: The mission of The House of Songs is to unite musicians from across the world, fostering creative harmony through cross-cultural collaborations, creative processes and shared performances.
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Casa de la Cultura Mexicana


Location: Springdale

Organization Type: Community & Cultural

Mission: Casa de la Cultura Mexicana is non-profit dedicated to promote Mexican heritage in Northwest Arkansas. At Ballet Folklórico Herencia de México, our mission is to celebrate, preserve, and share the rich tapestry of Mexican cultural heritage through the art of dance. We are committed to: Honoring the diverse regional traditions of Mexico […]
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LatinX Theatre Project


Location: Springdale

Organization Type: Performing Arts

Mission: The LatinX Theatre Project advocates for social change by creating ensemble-made, multi-disciplinary performances that uplift and unite under-represented communities throughout Northwest Arkansas. Our Values: We provide a safe space that allows artists who are BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ and/or people with disabilities to speak up. We are continually adapting and connecting with the current issues […]
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Love More Records


Location: Other

Organization Type: Music, Performing Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: MISSION STATEMENT
Love More Records is dedicated to elevating Arkansas's diverse and talented artists while empowering the creative community with the resources they need to thrive. Our mission is to serve as a beacon of music industry professionalism, cultivating exceptional talent, and providing the tools necessary to build a vibrant […]
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MAKR Studio


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support

Mission: MAKR Studio’s mission is to support artists by providing world-class production services so they can focus on making art. The studio seeks to democratize creative vision by offering high-quality scanning, printing, finishing, and framing — enabling artists to bring their work to life, preserve it, reproduce it, and share it widely. […]
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Mid-America Arts Alliance


Location: Other

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support

Mission: The mission of Mid-America Arts Alliance is to partner with and support artists, cultural organizations, and communities to expand access to the arts, culture, and creativity across our region. M-AAA is committed to empowering communities through art by encouraging expression, connection, collaboration, and community building. M-AAA believes in “more art for […]
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Museum of Eureka Springs Art


Location: Eureka Springs

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support

Mission: The mission of the Museum of Eureka Springs Art is to preserve, celebrate, and showcase the rich artistic heritage of Eureka Springs, Arkansas — honoring work produced over more than a century while also supporting current generations of local artists. The museum aims to offer a welcoming, accessible space where […]
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Northwest Arkansas Ballet Theatre


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Performing Arts

Mission: NWA Ballet Theatre’s mission is to inspire a lasting love and appreciation for the art of classical and contemporary ballet throughout Northwest Arkansas by combining artistic excellence in dance with innovative choreography and distinctive costuming. The company is committed to presenting performances that honor the dignity, talent, and creative spirit of each dancer.
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Rogers Public Library


Location: Rogers

Organization Type: Advocacy & Service, Community & Cultural, Literary & Language Arts, Media, Film & Digital Arts

Mission: The Rogers Public Library provides materials, services, and activities to enrich life, foster literacy, stimulate imagination and inspire lifelong learning.
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Rogers Short Film Festival


Location: Rogers

Organization Type: Literary & Language Arts, Media, Film & Digital Arts

Mission: The Rogers Short Film Festival is an annual event that showcases a diverse range of short films, providing filmmakers with a platform to present their work to enthusiastic audiences in downtown Rogers, Arkansas. The Festival (RSFF) is designed to celebrate short films and the art of […]
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Springdale Public Library


Location: Springdale

Organization Type: Advocacy & Service, Community & Cultural, Literary & Language Arts, Media, Film & Digital Arts

Mission: Mission: “To entertain, inspire, connect, and inform our community.” Vision: “To enrich our community with the support of the public.”
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Northwest Arkansas Musicians Connection


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Music

Mission: The Musicians Connection exists to support musicians and music‑industry workers in Northwest Arkansas by offering resources for health, wellness, financial stability, and community. The organization aims to connect musicians, venues, promoters, audio engineers, music educators, and other industry professionals so they can collaborate, find opportunities, and sustain their passion for […]
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NWA Conservatory of Classical Ballet


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Performing Arts

Mission: The Northwest Arkansas Conservatory of Classical Ballet exists to offer high‑quality dance programs in classical ballet, classical modern, and contemporary styles that develop each student’s technical skill and artistic expression in a disciplined and nurturing atmosphere. The Conservatory aims to promote the art of dance through education and performance opportunities while helping every […]
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Northwest Arkansas Equality


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Advocacy & Service

Mission: Northwest Arkansas Equality exists to provide programs, education, and advocacy to serve, connect, and empower the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer community in Northwest Arkansas. The organization works to build safe and inclusive spaces, support community health and wellness, and foster equality for LGBTQ individuals and families across the region.
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Northwest Arkansas Makers


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Crafts & Applied Arts

Mission: NWA Makers Club exists to support and connect makers, artists, crafters, and creatives across Northwest Arkansas by providing a shared platform and community. The Club strives to make it easy to find local handmade goods and services, to encourage collaboration and creative exchange, and to spotlight the talents and craftsmanship of […]
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OZ Art NWA


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Crafts & Applied Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: OZ Art NWA exists to make art part of everyday life by bringing together a network of high‑quality artworks, artists, events, and experiences in unexpected places throughout Northwest Arkansas. The organization seeks to make art accessible and visible to the community by placing museum‑worthy works […]
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Ozark Ballet Theater


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Performing Arts

Mission: Ozark Ballet Theater's mission is to foster a love for ballet within the Northwest Arkansas community. We strive to provide equitable access to high-quality ballet training, nurturing talent from all backgrounds. Through our innovative programs, we aim to shape the next generation of dancers and arts administrators, supporting them in their journey towards […]
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The NWA Collective


Location: Fayetteville, Springdale

Organization Type: Community & Cultural, Media, Film & Digital Arts, Music, Performing Arts

Mission: What is The NWA Collective The NWA Collective is a music collective and youth-focused record label based in Northwest Arkansas (NWA). The NWA Collective It’s student-led, meaning many of its organizers and contributors are high-school or college-aged. The NWA Collective Their mission centers […]
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Theatre Collective of Northwest Arkansas


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Performing Arts

Mission: Theatre Collective of NWA is a non-profit theatre organization based in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
Their mission: to “create unique theatre and performance opportunities that are otherwise unavailable for local performance artists.”
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TheatreSquared


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Advocacy & Service, Arts Education & Support, Performing Arts

Mission: MISSION
We believe that theatre—done well and with passion—can transform lives and communities.
At the theatre, in schools and online, we create remarkable performances; broaden access; foster empathy, equity and cohesion; and gather with one another around art, conversation, food and other shared experiences in a […]
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Trike Theatre


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Literary & Language Arts, Performing Arts

Mission: Trike Theatre, based in Bentonville, Arkansas, is Northwest Arkansas’s professional theatre for youth. Its mission is typically described as: To cultivate creativity and build character through exceptional theatre experiences for young people. They pursue this mission through: Professional theatre productions for young audiences Acting academies […]
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December 7, 2025


UARK Theatre


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Performing Arts

Mission: The University of Arkansas Department of Theatre aims to educate, train, and inspire students in the performing arts through: Rigorous academic study Professional-level production experience Opportunities for creative collaboration Preparation for careers in theatre, film, performance, and related fields The program emphasizes craft, creativity, scholarship, inclusivity, and community engagement.
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University of Arkansas School of Art


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Advocacy & Service, Arts Education & Support, Crafts & Applied Arts, Media, Film & Digital Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: The U of A School of Art is dedicated to educating and inspiring artists, designers, scholars, and educators through:
Rigorous studio practice
Critical inquiry and research
Cutting-edge creative technologies
Community engagement and global perspectives

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Wishing Spring Gallery


Location: Bella Vista

Organization Type: Advocacy & Service, Arts Education & Support, Crafts & Applied Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: The mission of Wishing Springs Gallery is to: Promote local artists by providing a cooperative gallery space Support arts education through workshops, classes, and demonstrations Enrich the Bella Vista community with accessible visual arts Offer artists an affordable, collaborative venue to […]
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NWA Dance Collective


Location: Springdale

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Performing Arts

Mission: The mission of NWA Dance Collective is generally centered around: Providing accessible, inclusive dance opportunities for the community Supporting dancers of all skill levels, from beginner to pre-professional Creating collaborative performances that bring local dancers together Fostering creativity, expression, and connection through movement Engaging the regional community through outreach […]
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Indian Cultural Association of NWA


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Community & Cultural

Mission: The mission of the Indian Cultural Association of Northwest Arkansas is to serve and develop the cultural, social, and charitable needs of the community. The organization works to preserve Indian heritage, strengthen community connections, promote cultural understanding in Northwest Arkansas, and support efforts that benefit the region.
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December 8, 2025


Kalaloka Institute of Fine Arts


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Performing Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: Kalaloka Institute of Fine Arts is the arts‑education arm of Ra‑Ve Cultural Foundation in Northwest Arkansas. It serves as a hub for Indian classical and cultural arts — including music, dance, theatre — providing a space for classes, performances, workshops, and community events.

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Kaleidoscope Collective


Location: Rogers

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural, Crafts & Applied Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: Kaleidoscope Collective’s purpose is to support and uplift local artists and makers by providing them a stable, welcoming space to showcase and sell their work. The organization aims to nurture creativity, foster community, and give artists from Northwest Arkansas a platform to […]
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Metro District Comedy


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Performing Arts

Mission: Metro District Comedy aims to build a local comedy community in Northwest Arkansas by putting on regular improv and comedy‑show events that are accessible to the public. They provide a venue for both performers and audiences to enjoy comedy and to help foster the growth of local talent and laughter across the region.
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Northwest Arkansas Audio Theater


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Media, Film & Digital Arts

Mission: Northwest Arkansas Audio Theater exists to promote and produce audio theater — sometimes called “radio-style” theater — in Northwest Arkansas and beyond. Their aim is to revive and celebrate the tradition of radio drama from the early twentieth century by offering productions that combine live actors, music, and sound effects. […]
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Novel Dance Company


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Performing Arts

Mission: Novel Dance Company is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to enhancing education, recreation, and professional development in dance. The company aims to create access and opportunity within the field of dance and support “the movement arts,” making dance more available to a wider community.
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NWA Movement Hub


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural, Music, Performing Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: NWA Movement Hub aims to connect people from all walks of life to the power, beauty, and joy of dance. The organization works to cultivate a vibrant dance community in Northwest Arkansas through quality, inclusive dance programming, education, and community engagement. It foregrounds […]
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Ozark Folkways


Location: Eureka Springs

Organization Type: Music, Performing Arts

Mission: Ozark Folkways works to preserve, teach, and celebrate the living heritage of the Ozarks by nurturing a community grounded in traditional crafts, music, folk arts, and cultural practices. Their purpose is to bring people together through heritage, creativity, community, and shared learning; to honor the traditions passed down through generations; and […]
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Rogers Historical Museum


Location: Rogers

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural, Literary & Language Arts, Media, Film & Digital Arts

Mission: Rogers Historical Museum’s mission is to enrich lives through education, experience, and exploration of heritage. They work to collect and preserve artifacts, archival and research materials that document the history and cultural heritage of Rogers, Benton County, and Northwest […]
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Arkansas Arts and Fashion Forum


Location: Springdale

Organization Type: Visual Arts

Mission: Arkansas Arts and Fashion Forum aimed to support emerging fashion designers and creative professionals in Arkansas by providing education, professional development, mentorship, and community. The organization sought to help build a thriving fashion and arts ecosystem by offering resources, training opportunities, and support for people committed to creative and design based work.
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Arkansas Cinema Society


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Media, Film & Digital Arts

Mission: Arkansas Cinema Society’s mission is to build a film community in Arkansas where film lovers can watch films, exchange ideas, connect with each other, and support both emerging and established filmmakers in the state. The organization seeks to provide exposure, education, and opportunity for filmmakers while offering quality cinema programming […]
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Arkansas Philharmonic Orchestra


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Music, Performing Arts

Mission: The mission of the Arkansas Philharmonic Orchestra has been to enrich the cultural life of Northwest Arkansas through high-quality orchestral music, while fostering education, community engagement, and accessibility to the performing arts. Core mission elements have included: – Presenting professional symphonic performances in Northwest Arkansas – Supporting local and regional musicians – […]
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December 15, 2025


Art Experience, Inc


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Advocacy & Service, Arts Education & Support, Crafts & Applied Arts

Mission: The Art Experience, Inc. is a Center for Healing and Growth Through the Expressive Arts and Play – providing art therapy and creative experiences for children and adults in a safe, growth oriented environment to whom otherwise would be unable to afford these services […]
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Art Gallery at the NWA Mall


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Community & Cultural, Crafts & Applied Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: The Art Gallery at the NWA Mall was a community-focused exhibition space dedicated to bringing local and regional visual art to a broad public audience by placing art in a high-traffic, nontraditional venue. Its mission emphasized: Accessibility to the visual arts for everyday shoppers Exposure and […]
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Sonic Guild


Location: Other

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Music

Mission: Sonic Guild builds vibrant, connected communities that support the creation and performance of extraordinary new music. Through a member-driven model of patronage and engagement, Sonic Guild empowers local musicians by providing financial support, professional resources, and opportunities to perform, strengthening the local music ecosystem and ensuring that exceptional new music […]
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December 16, 2025


City Sessions NWA


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Music

Mission: City Sessions NWA builds community through unforgettable live music experiences by supporting local artists, creating hospitable and authentic performance opportunities, and celebrating the vibrant culture of Northwest Arkansas. The organization champions connection, creativity, and inclusive gatherings that strengthen the regional music scene and bring people together through shared sound and hospitality.
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Eureka Springs Art Hub


Location: Eureka Springs

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural, Crafts & Applied Arts, Visual Arts

Mission: Eureka Springs Art Hub connects artists, galleries, and the community to celebrate and promote the vibrant arts culture of Eureka Springs. The organization encourages exploration of local art through events like Art Walk and other creative experiences that bring artists and […]
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Facet Dance Collective


Location: Other

Organization Type: Performing Arts

Mission: Facet Dance Collective is dedicated to bringing classical and contemporary dance to the community and giving adult dancers of all bodies, identities, and backgrounds opportunities to explore movement, create community, and perform on stage. The collective fosters inclusion, joy, creativity, and growth through accessible dance classes, productions, and collaborative experiences that strengthen connection […]
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Fayetteville Parks and Recreation


Location: Fayetteville

Organization Type: Advocacy & Service, Community & Cultural

Mission: Fayetteville Parks and Recreation improves quality of life for residents and visitors by maintaining a vibrant park system, offering diverse recreational programs and facilities, and preserving natural and cultural resources for all to enjoy. The department fosters community well-being, stewardship, and connection through accessible opportunities for play, fitness, nature […]
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The Art Collective


Location: Bentonville

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Visual Arts

Mission: The Art Collective cultivates an inclusive creative community by showcasing original works from regional and national artists, fostering artistic dialogue, and expanding access to the visual arts. The gallery champions artistic expression and connection through exhibitions, events, and experiences that engage collectors, art enthusiasts, and the broader public.
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Heart of America Artists’ Association


Location: Other

Organization Type: Arts Education & Support, Community & Cultural, Music, Performing Arts

Mission: Heart of America Artists’ Association fosters a supportive and inspiring community for visual artists by promoting artistic excellence, encouraging creative development, and facilitating opportunities for artistic expression. Through exhibitions, workshops, and collaborative programs, the association connects artists with one another and with the public to […]
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Hispanic Women’s Organization of Arkansas (HWOA)


Location: Springdale

Organization Type: Advocacy & Service

Mission: HWOA advances educational opportunities for Hispanic women and their families, celebrates Hispanic cultures, and promotes active community participation. The organization empowers individuals and families through workshops, citizenship and voter registration support, educational programs, and culturally-focused events that strengthen community engagement and cross-cultural understanding.
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