Join us for Deep Listening Club at Crystal Bridges. Gather once a month for a shared sonic experience at the Skyspace, timed with the rhythms of nature—near the full moon, equinox, or solstice—during the Skyspace light show at sunset. As daylight fades, sound and light come together to create a...
About Event Step behind the scenes of Bentonville Fashion Week with designer Rulli Torres in this interactive Community Spotlight at Crystal Bridges. Explore the fabrics, tools, and designs that bring a collection to life. Touch materials, learn how ideas evolve, and discover what it takes to be part of BFW as...
Visit us at the Museum Store for a regional showcase with Mo McCleary of Slo.Mo. Creative from Rogers, AR. They are a professionally trained furniture maker and an interdisciplinary artist working in textiles, painting, drawing, and photography. They also sew one of a kind hats, vests, jackets, and other garments from up-cycled...
There’s always artmaking in the Hub! Pop in from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for a spontaneous free Pop‑In Artmaking experience. Pop-In Artmaking transforms our teaching studios into flexible making spaces where guests can experiment with a rotating selection of tools and materials. Projects shift frequently; one day you might...
This camp is perfect for artists who want to explore the world of fashion and art while learning essential sewing skills. Each day is packed with hands-on artmaking that will inspire and challenge your creativity. You’ll personalize clothing and accessories with fabrics and embroidery, gain experience in hand-sewing and using a...
Puppet Makers invites campers to step into the world of puppetry as both artists and storytellers. Led by Crystal Bridges’ teaching artists, students will design and build their own imaginative puppets—big or small—while learning the art of movement, character, and narrative. Along the way, they’ll explore how puppets bring stories to life, from playful...
Bring your creative side into the digital world! This weeklong day camp led by published children’s book illustrator and digital artist Chloe Burgett will give young artists the chance to discover the world of digital art and design. Campers will explore the galleries and grounds for inspiration, then learn the fundamentals of digital art...
Join us for a week of culinary creativity where food meets art! In this hands-on camp, young chefs led by Lunch Bunch will explore flavors, techniques, and artistic inspiration drawn from art in our collection. Each day features a delicious dish paired with an art connection, blending taste and imagination. Camp is...
Get your hands in the clay and let creativity take shape! Join us for a weeklong day camp led by experts from Fifth Street Studio. Campers will learn the art of hand building as they mold clay into stunning masterpieces, imaginative sculptures, functional pottery, and more! Your budding artist will sculpt,...
Get ready to unleash your creativity in a sketchbook! This weeklong day camp led by talented Crystal Bridges teaching artist Abigail Richardson will guide young artists through fun and imaginative drawing techniques. Throughout the week, artists will transform their sketchbook with unique designs using pencils, ink, charcoal, and a variety of other...
Attention young builders and aspiring architects: let’s construct something amazing! Little Builders is a weeklong day camp led by Crystal Bridges’ teaching artists. Campers will flex their creative muscles and learn how to problem-solve by building solutions. Inspired by the unique design of Crystal Bridges, your little architect will develop...
Create a one-of-a-kind flowerpot full of bold, energetic designs lines inspired by Keith Haring’s painted ceramic vessels and other 3D objects with art instructor Beth Ozbun. In this workshop, we’ll begin with a visit to the special exhibition Keith Haring in 3D to look closely at Haring’s artwork and spend time sketching...
Kick off your evening in the Commons with a handcrafted cocktail from our expert mixologists, then join a staff member for a special tour through Keith Haring in 3D in celebration of Pride Month. It’s part art tour, part happy hour, and all fun—perfect for date night, a night out with friends,...
Enter the Music Production Studio at the Momentary, where teens interested in song writing, hip hop, and visual storytelling can explore their creative interests and create something new! Led by hip hop ambassador and community activator Epiphany “Big Piph” Morrow, teens will learn how to execute their creative ideas and...
Welcome to ARTimals Camp—an extraordinary adventure where each day brings a new species to life through art and storytelling! In this weeklong day camp led by 37 North Expeditions, campers will explore the diverse creatures that call the forests and trails of Crystal Bridges home. Young explorers will discover fascinating...
Join us for a week of culinary creativity where food meets art! In this hands-on camp, young chefs led by Lunch Bunch will explore flavors, techniques, and artistic inspiration drawn from art in our collection. Each day features a delicious dish paired with an art connection, blending taste and imagination. Camp is...
Attention all aspiring builders, architects, and designers – let’s make something awesome! In this weeklong summer camp led by Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design, campers will get to flex their creative muscles and learn how to problem-solve by (literally) building solutions. Inspired by Crystal Bridges’ unique design, growing architects will develop valuable STEAM...
Attention all aspiring builders, architects, and designers – let’s make something awesome! In this weeklong summer camp led by Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design, campers will get to flex their creative muscles and learn how to problem-solve by (literally) building solutions. Inspired by Crystal Bridges’ unique design, growing architects will develop valuable STEAM skills...
Get your smocks and brushes ready; we’re painting up a storm! In this weeklong painting camp led by Eileen Guillory, campers will learn how to look at the world with an artist’s eye through discovery and lots of messy, creative fun. We’ll explore paintings in Crystal Bridges’ collection, then head back to the studio to turn acrylics and...
Get your smocks and brushes ready; we’re painting up a storm! In this weeklong painting camp led by Eileen Guillory, campers will learn how to look at the world with an artist’s eye through discovery and lots of messy, creative fun. We’ll explore paintings in Crystal Bridges’ collection, then head back to the studio to turn acrylics and...
Calling all adventurers! Join 37 North Expeditions for a weeklong camp where young explorers uncover the wonders of both the artistic and natural worlds along the Crystal Bridges’ art trails. Guided by skilled naturalists and outdoor educators, campers will learn about the plants and animals of the Natural State and build essential outdoor skills. Along the trails and creeks,...