The Rocky Horror Picture Show returns for a night of cult-classic chaos and audience participation! Watch the iconic film come to life with a live performance by Dr. Frank-N-Furter and get everything you need to join the fun with an interactive goodie bag of movie props. Come in costume, dance...
Join VOCE NWA, Northwest Arkansas’s professional vocal ensemble, for Valkyries & Voices, an evening of German song and opera in the breathtaking Great Hall at Crystal Bridges. Featuring music by Brahms, Mozart, and Wagner, this program explores the richness and drama of the German vocal tradition through intimate and powerful...
Practice observation, expression, and drawing techniques in this life drawing workshop. Location within the museum: Studios D & E.
Join us for Start with Art, a free weekly program designed especially for caregivers and children ages 0–5. Together, families will explore the galleries, enjoy sensory-rich experiences, create art, and connect with other caregivers in a welcoming and playful environment. Each week features a new theme inspired by artworks throughout...
Practice observation, expression, and drawing techniques in this life drawing workshop. Location within the museum: Studios D & E.
All IN Music & Arts Festival — Friday, November 6 at 5:00 PM, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville. Live music festival
Visit us at the Museum Store for a regional artist showcase with UNITYWARE ceramics artist Abby Snyder she demonstrates ceramics hand building and talks about her practice. Location within the museum: Museum Store.
Join us for Start with Art, a free weekly program designed especially for caregivers and children ages 0–5. Together, families will explore the galleries, enjoy sensory-rich experiences, create art, and connect with other caregivers in a welcoming and playful environment. Each week features a new theme inspired by artworks throughout...
As you enter the Eleven restaurant and enjoy a welcome cocktail with hearty hors d’oeuvres, a guest will die under very suspicious circumstances. It’s a murder, and you’re all under suspect until you solve the crime! Location within the museum: Eleven Restaurant.
Celebrate Fall Break at Crystal Bridges with a week of art, nature, and seasonal fun for the whole family! Inspired by Grandma Moses: A Good Day's Work, this event invites visitors to slow down, get creative, and enjoy the traditions and beauty of autumn. Each day features a variety of drop-in...
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. Location within the museum: Great Hall.
Head over to Crystal Bridges for Second Saturday, a fun-filled day dedicated to uplifting our cultural and artistic pillars! With a different theme each month, there’s something for everyone. Celebrate with different community partners and artists from the museum’s collection through engaging in-gallery experiences, artist-led conversations, and family-friendly artmaking. Free, no...
Celebrate the season with Have A Smoothman Christmas, a festive big band experience by Smoothman Music Productions and Music Moves. Enjoy holiday classics reimagined in lively jazz, big band, and party-style arrangements—perfect for getting into the spirit of the season. Location within the museum: Great Hall.