In 2026, the United States will mark 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. America 250: Common Threads will both commemorate the events of 1776 and reflect on 250 years of American art and civic participation. An early engraving of the Declaration of Independence will anchor a group of...
Join artist Basil Kincaid in the gallery for a focused look at Melanin Activation , his quilt on view in the America 250: Common Threads exhibition. Kincaid will discuss the work's ideas, materials, and techniques, then continue the conversation in a panel discussion with curators Ella Nowicki and Seynabou Diallo, followed by audience Q&A....
Wake up and reset with Coffee & Chill, a morning wellness experience at the Momentary in the Quonset Hut designed to energize your body and sharpen your senses. In partnership with True Self Health, this invigorating gathering invites you to sip a warm cup of coffee before stepping into a...
Painting: Contemporary Barn Quilts at Crystal Bridges. Learn the basics of painting through a four-week modern take on the classic barn quilt. After a visit to America 250: Common Threads for inspiration, you’ll sketch ideas and explore simple color theory to mix vibrant hues to create quilt block patterns.In the studio, a teaching...
Cheryl Kellar is a fashion artist who creates mixed media fashion illustrations as well as fine art water media paintings. Through the lens of fashion, she celebrates the creativity, individuality, and strength of women. Join her in store from 10 am to 5 pm as she paints and talks about her...
Create a sculptural flower vase from the ground up in this three-part workshop led by Crystal Bridges Teaching Artist in Residence Linda Nguyen Lopez. Over three sessions, you’ll design and construct your vessel using slab-building techniques, return the following week to decorate and add surface decoration, and finish by arranging a fresh...
About Event Step into the world of mentorship with Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Northwest Arkansas for an evening of community-led fun! Join “Bigs” and “Littles” in the Lounge for rounds of Bingo led by a professional BBBS caller who brings the fun, energy, and team spirit. Whether you’re...
About Event Head over to Crystal Bridges for Second Saturday, a fun-filled day dedicated to uplifting our cultural and artistic pillars! This month, we’re inviting you to explore the natural world with in-gallery activities for all ages. Kick off your afternoon in the galleries with a hands-on Art Cart activation...
Studio Social workshop at Crystal Bridges. Bring bold lines, lively patterns, and 80’s style energy to you as you create one-of-a-kind terracotta pots in this relaxed Studio Social inspired by the sculptural works in the special exhibition Keith Haring in 3D. Guests will work at their own pace as Queer Craft Corner and...
Kick things off in Eleven with a handcrafted cocktail from our expert mixologists. Then head into the America 250: Common Threads with gallery guides on a tour that explores the symbols artists turn to when celebrating or commenting on the United States. It’s part art tour, part happy hour, and all...
Art & Exhibitions program at Crystal Bridges. Visible date/time verified from the Crystal Bridges calendar. The gallery talk is led by Curatorial Assistant of American and Modern Art, Seynabou Diallo, focusing on Kincaid's quilt-making process. Kincaid's work, recently acquired by Crystal Bridges, is currently on view in America 250: Common Threads. Basil Kincaid...
A sound bath for ignition, expression & embodied vitality. As summer reaches its peak and the air hums with anticipation, The Inner Spark invites you to connect with the quiet fire within—the one that fuels creativity, courage, and authentic expression. Set within the expansive beauty of Crystal Bridges, where water,...
Explore the expressive possibilities of color with artist Rachel Borntrager. Learn simple stain painting techniques as you pour, push, and layer thinned pigments to create luminous, organic fields of abstract color on a stretched canvas to take home and hang. Studio Socials with Queer Craft Corner are more than workshops, they’re...
Skip the tired tables and windowless dining rooms and indulge in a one-of-kind dinner experience at Crystal Bridges. Surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows and the austere beauty of the Ozarks in winter, you and your date will enjoy a locally sourced, four-course meal handcrafted by Executive Chef Tim Ordway. Sip wine...
Skip the tired tables and windowless dining rooms and indulge in a one-of-kind dinner experience at Crystal Bridges. Surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows and the austere beauty of the Ozarks in winter, you and your date will enjoy a locally sourced, four-course meal handcrafted by Executive Chef Tim Ordway. Sip wine...
Join us for an evening of playful drawing prompts and sketching games designed to spark conversation and laughter. Bring a friend, a date, or come solo for No experience required, just an open mind and a sense of humor as we get a little sketchy. Studio Socials are more than...