Location: Bentonville

Join us for a guided exploration of nature and art!

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Catch School of Rock live on stage Friday, May 24th as we bring the heat with an unforgettable performance! Come for the bikes, stay for the rock — you won’t want to miss it!

Learn how to make Martha Stewart–worthy floral arrangements like the ones you see on social media!

Join floral designer Althea Wiles for a hands-on class where you’ll create your own elegant arrangement in a footed compote vase—aka the kind of vessel that makes your flowers look instantly fabulous. Drawing inspiration from Clara Driscoll’s Wisteria Table Lamp, you’ll work with a chic palette of

It’s PROM NIGHT for grown ups in Downtown Bentonville! Join your favorite 90s Party Band Dial Up for the ultimate throwback prom experience! Dress your best and walk down our red carpet photo entrance in style!

Location: Meteor Guitar Gallery – Bentonville, AR
Time: Doors @ 7:30pm | Music ~8:30pm

Tickets available:
-Standing GA with bar access
-Standing Mezzanine VIP with high top tables and private bar

Shake up your Sunday with a cocktail tour in full bloom!

Kick things off in Eleven, where our master mixologists will guide you through crafting a seasonal cocktail that’s as fresh as spring. Then head into the galleries for a guided tour of <a href="https://crystalbridges.org/calendar/art-in-bloom/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="box-sizing: inherit; background-color: transparent;

Join us for a hands-on floral design experience where you’ll craft a breathtaking willow armature—a decorative natural framework that adds structure and artistry to your floral compositions. Using elegant curly willow branches, you’ll learn to shape and design a unique base that enhances any arrangement.

This class explores the Classic American Design style, known for its lush, full composition

Minnesota-based indie rock band Hippo Campus is making their way to the Momentary Green for a memorable night performing their latest musical masterpieces!

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Minnesota-based indie rock band Hippo Campus is making their way to the Momentary Green for a memorable night performing their latest musical masterpieces!

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Make the most of your after-work hours and recharge with MoPros—curated experiences for creative professionals.

This month, we’re teaming up with Rob Fannin and our Landscape & Grounds team to bring the beauty of nature to your doorstep—literally. Join us for a hands-on workshop designed to help urban dwellers and apartment residents create their very own balcony plant and flower gardens. Whether you’re a nature novice or a seasoned plant enthusiast, you’ll learn expert tips to design, grow, and maintain a lush oasis right outside your door. Let’s bring life, color, and serenity to your space—because everyone deserves a touch of green, no matter where they live!

Bonus: Discover a beautiful collection of handmade pots at the Pop-Up Shop by Fifth Street Studio! Designed to complement your creations, these premium pots will be available for purchase during the workshop—perfect for elevating your greenery with artful, unique pieces!

Tickets are $40 ($32 for members), reserve your spot online or with Guest Services at (479) 657-2335 today.

Ticket includes one glass of wine, beer, or non-alcoholic beverage. Ages 21

This spring, don’t miss acclaimed Nashville-based American indie rock band The Greeting Committee (Addie Sartino and Pierce Turcotte, and Noah Spencer) as they perform live at the Momentary as part of the RØDE House Music Series.

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Poetry Book Club & Writing Workshop meets the last Thursday of every month at Two Friends Books and is led by Sarah Anyieth from NWA Poetry Connection. After discussing the poetry collection, participants are invited to respond to writing prompts inspired by the book. It’s a supportive environment, and all are welcome (whether you’ve read the book or not.)

May Book: MILK AND HONEY by Rupi Kaur examines survival, love, loss, and feminity and will be an inspirational read for May. (Originally, THE PEACE of WILD THINGS by Wendell Berry was chosen for May, but it is out of print.) 

Since the late 1990s, KAWS has been creating a cast of iconic characters steeped in the American zeitgeist that populate his work. Each with their own distinct personality pulled in part from their creator, these characters have been a constant throughline in the artist’s career. The exhibition takes its title and thematic jumping-off point from the sculpture titled FAMILY (2021), which brings together four of KAWS 

Get ready for an all-day House Party at the Momentary!

We’re taking a whole day to celebrate our latest exhibitions—Front Row Center: Icons of Rock, Blues, and Soul, The Prison Concerts: Folsom and San Quentin (Jim Marshall’s Photographs of Johnny Cash), and The Machine Behind the Art: Inside JR’s Printing Press.

The day is stacked with activities, including live music, make-your-own custom mixtapes, screen-printing a shirt to wear to your next concert, a family-friendly dance party, food trucks, and more. Cap it all off with a happy hour concert in the RØDE House, spotlighting incredible local talent.

Is there a better way to spend a Saturday?

Free, no tickets required. Drop by anytime from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

The First Annual Bentonville Barbecue Festival 

May 31st | The Momentary Green | Bentonville, AR

Barbecue lovers of Arkansas—this one’s for you. 

We’re bringing together 10 of the top pitmasters from across the country for an afternoon of ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BARBECUE, live music, cold drinks, and good vibes, all while supporting a great cause. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Hogs for the Cause, helping make a difference in our community.

Whether you’re a seasoned smoker, a sauce sampler, or just here to vibe—this festival is for YOU.

 General Admission – $65 (plus applicable taxes & fees)
• 12 p.m. entry
• All-you-can-eat BBQ 
• Kids 10 & under get in FREE

 VIP Admission – $125 (plus applicable taxes & fees)
• 11 a.m. early entry
• All-you-can-eat BBQ
• Includes 2 VIP drink tickets
• Includes VIP parking 
• Access to the VIP tent prime stage views

 Live music from local bands
 Delicious BBQ from around the country
 Ice-cold drinks
 Free swag & exclusive merch
 Family-friendly vibes all day

Whether you’re from the Delta, the Ozarks, or anywhere in between—if BBQ runs in your blood, this is your kind of day.

 Tickets available now at bentonvillebbqfestival.com

Follow this page for updates, sneak peeks, and everything you need to know before May 31st.

Come hungry. Leave full. See y’all at the festival!

Experience the museum as it comes alive during our Art in Bloom!

This year, we’re going inside-out with our celebration of art and nature. From May 23–27, explore breathtaking floral installations inside the museum. You’ll experience stunning in-gallery floral designs inspired by indoor artworks, alongside vibrant container gardens that echo outdoor sculptures.

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Widely known as the godfather of music photography, the late Jim Marshall maintained a 50-year career that resulted in more than 500 album covers, an abundance of magazine covers, and some of the most celebrated images in blues, jazz, country, and rock and roll, including those from Johnny Cash’s notable Folsom and San Quentin prison concerts. Organized by the GRAMMY Museum, The Prison Concerts: Folsom and San Quentin (Jim Marshall’s Photographs of Johnny Cash) showcases these powerful snapshots of a legendary musician by a legendary photographer.

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The Machine Behind the Art: Inside JR’s Printing Press is one of JR’s most extensive immersive and experiential works to date. After taking portraits in one of three individual photo booths, visitors enter the interior of an oversized, whirring printing press – turning their image into a tangible work of art while offering a glimpse into the creative process of JR. After the experience, visitors leave with their own, one-of-a-kind print.

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Join us for a delightful evening celebrating fireflies at the Campus Parking Plaza!

As part of our week-long celebration of National Garden Week, learn about the enchanting firefly from Northwest Arkansas Master Naturalists and entomologists. Discover how to be a firefly steward by creating a firefly habitat, understanding flash patterns, and explor

Since the late 1990s, KAWS has been creating a cast of iconic characters steeped in the American zeitgeist that populate his work. Each with their own distinct personality pulled in part from their creator, these characters have been a constant throughline in the artist’s career. The exhibition takes its title and thematic jumping-off point from the sculpture titled FAMILY (2021), which brings together four of KAWS 

In this weeklong summer camp led by the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design at the University of Arkansas, campers heading into 3rd – 5th grade will get to flex their creative muscles and learn how to problem-solve by (literally) building solutions.

Inspired by Crystal Bridges’ unique design, your growing architect will develop valuable STEAM skills and learn to draw inspiration from their surroundings—all while having a blast building their own 3D models.

Tickets are $200 ($160 for members). Reserve your spot online or with Guest Experience at (479) 657-2335 today.

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A relaxing evening of art, drinks, and fun—served with a twist.

Join us this evening to learn about our new exhibition KAWS: FAMILY. Kick off your evening in Eleven and learn how to make a handcrafted cocktail from our master mixologists and then head into the exhibition to explore with a guide.

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Get ready to explore the vibrant art of paper weaving! In this hands-on workshop led by mixed-media artist Anna Guyton, you’ll combine your favorite photos with bold comic book and cartoon elements, weaving them into striking, one-of-a-kind compositions. Learn fun and accessible techniques to transform everyday images into dynamic woven artworks while crafting visual stories and designs. Don’t miss this chance to mix, match, and weave art! Your ticket includes a b