BLACK MATTER(S) Now On Display: January 31 - April 18 Black Matter(s): Demystifying Black Materiality in the Arts is a new exhibition at The Medium that examines the historical invisibility of Black material culture in the arts, highlighting its power as a vessel for memory, identity, and self-expression. Centering Southern...
Discover Lost Times Festival – Where Nature Meets Celebration! Perched high in the breathtaking Ozark Mountains with sweeping views of the majestic Buffalo River in Jasper, Arkansas, Lost Times is more than a festival—it’s an unforgettable retreat for music lovers, adventurers, and kindred spirits. Dance under a sky full of...
Birdwatching has been a treasured American pastime for centuries. For the casual observer or the expert tracker, the activity centers on paying close attention to the world around us. Just noticing a flash of color, a snippet of song, and the flap of a wing can lead to extraordinary discoveries,...
Start your weekend off with Saturday Morning Cartoons at the Momentary! Drop by anytime between 9 am to 12 pm for three hours of nostalgic fun with classic cartoons. With a cereal bar and drinks for all ages—it’s the perfect morning vibe. PJs not required (but recommended!). Free, no tickets...
Visit us at the Museum Store for our first regional showcase of the year with John Dyas Pottery! Watch Dyas perform a live demonstration of casting pottery on the wheel, and browse his ceramic collection. Dyas is a ceramic artist and educator working in decorative and crystalline glazed porcelain. His...
Visit us at the Museum Store for our first regional showcase of the year with John Dyas Pottery! Watch Dyas perform a live demonstration of casting pottery on the wheel, and browse his ceramic collection. Dyas is a ceramic artist and educator working in decorative and crystalline glazed porcelain. His...
This hands-on papermaking workshop invites participants to create their own sheets of paper using freehand techniques and stencils. Working with pigmented pulp, we’ll build compositions that explore pattern, texture, and form. Participants will also learn how to incorporate plants, seeds, and natural pigments into handmade paper, cultivating a deeper ecological...
Welcome spring with ESSA’s first Studio Stroll of 2026! Join us for an inspiring afternoon exploring our studios, meeting instructors, and experiencing the creative energy of the season. This Studio Stroll will feature four upcoming workshops: Experiments in Printmaking and Collage with Tonya Lee Miniature Ceramics on the Wheel with...
1st Floor Stage Hang out with us and Ozark Riveria for live music and fun!
Erica Rhodes recently completed a successful run on the 2024 season of America’s Got Talent. She is now touring new material around the country. Erica has appeared on ABC’s Modern Family, HBO’s Veep, and Fox's New Girl, and was a regular panelist on Comedy Central’s @midnight and Fox’s Punchline. Her...
NWA Fat Fashion Show - An unapologetic celebration of size-inclusive fashion, bold design, and embodied confidence. Featuring a curated vendor marketplace and a runway show spotlighting dynamic local models and makers, the evening centers visibility, creativity, and self expression. More than a fashion show, this event creates space for representation...
