Join textile artist Beatriz Segura for a relaxed embroidery social open to all skill levels. Additional dates: September 5 and October 25 at 4:00–6:00 PM; November 15 and December 20 at 4:00–6:00 PM.
Visit us at the Museum Store for a regional artist showcase with Pen Brady as she paints and talks about her artwork. Pen Brady began developing her unique style of painting around 1997, inspired by her love of nature and its creations. Her use of precise shapes, lines, and colors captures the...
Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and community as we explore the history, culture, and experiences of the Marshallese community in Northwest Arkansas, one of the largest Marshallese communities in the United States. Hosted and moderated by Leyla Tore of Haas Hall Academy Bentonville, this panel discussion features...
Visit us at the Museum Store for a regional artist showcase with Pen Brady as she paints and talks about her artwork. Pen Brady began developing her unique style of painting around 1997, inspired by her love of nature and its creations. Her use of precise shapes, lines, and colors captures the...
Designed for both beginner and intermediate painters, this six-week watercolor course offers a supportive environment for artists at all levels. Beginners will build a strong foundation by learning essential techniques such as color washes, dry brush, masking, and layering. Intermediate students will have the flexibility to pursue individual or specialized projects, receiving expert...
Learn the fundamentals of traditional basket making in this hands-on six-week course taught by experienced basket weaver Phylis Sixkiller. Working with natural reeds, learners will explore foundational weaving techniques while learning how baskets are practical objects that also carry stories, memory, and care. In the first class, we will begin with...
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 Eileen Guillory. 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...
Come experience an evening of drop-in, creative fun under the stars with music, food, artmaking, and more along Crystal Bridges' Art Trail. Kick off the night with a one-of-a-kind sunset view at Skyspace, then head over to one of our glow themed artmaking stations to explore your creativity. Want to...
Add a pop of color to metalsmithing in this introductory six-week enameling course. Inspired by the bold, energetic art of Keith Haring, you’ll create vibrant jewelry by fusing powdered glass onto copper. Students will learn foundational enamel application techniques including sgraffito, stenciling, and cloisonné. The course emphasizes experimentation and personal expression, and...
WOW: Wednesdays Over Water is a Crystal Bridges arts/culture event Wine and dine surrounded by art and nature. Join Chef Timothy Ordway and his team for a series of four-course dinners featuring handcrafted small plates, wine, and artistic insight. Working with the museum’s curators and interpretation team, our culinary artists...
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...
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...
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,...