Community Calendar

The Machine Behind the Art: Inside JR’s Printing Press is one of JR’s most extensive immersive and experiential works to date. After taking portraits in one of three individual photo booths, visitors enter the interior of an oversized, whirring printing press – turning their image into a tangible work of art while offering a glimpse into the creative process of JR. After the experience, visitors leave with their own, one-of-a-kind print.

Member Perk: Momentary members receive two free prints per visit. Just reserve your timed ticket online or with the Box Office, and your discount will be applied at checkout!

Timed portrait tickets are $20 (Free for members), reserve your timeslot online or with the Box Office at (479) 657-2335.
Timed portrait tickets include one oversized photo portrait and admission for up to three people. Digital copies of your photo will be available after your visit.
If you do not plan on taking a portrait during your visit, no purchase is required to attend The Machine Behind the Art: Inside JR’s Printing Press.

This incredible celebration of craft and creativity will take over the Art Trail starting from the museum’s Great Hall, October 4–5, 2025.

See a vibrant showcase of artwork featuring talented artists from across the country, spanning different mediums. There will also be food trucks, live art demos, culinary experiences, and more. Support these amazing creators and find something special to take home.

See you there!

Free, no tickets required. Drop by anytime.

Join us for a special morning Tastemakers event as we transform the Momentary’s RØDE House into a restaurant pop-up, featuring a Japanese breakfast by award-winning chef collective Et Al.

Perfect for a pre-concert brunch, don’t miss your chance to enjoy masterfully crafted dishes by these Tulsa-based culinary artists.

See you there.

Tickets are $50 ($45/members), reserve your spot online or with the Box Office at (479) 657-2335 today.
Multiple seatings available. Please choose your time slot during checkout.

In this workshop led by Crystal Bridges Art Fair artist Cat Welch, you’ll combine stencil-making and alternative photography to create one-of-a-kind greeting cards.

Design and cut your own stencils, then use cyanotype-prepped paper to produce striking, sun-developed prints layered with texture and bold shapes.

Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned maker, this workshop encourages artistic exploration and creative discovery. Ages 14+

Tickets are $60 ($50 for members), reserve your spot online or with Guest Experience at (479) 657-2335 today.

NEWS RELEASE – Washington County Historical Society
Sept. 4, 2025
Contact: Dave Edmark
479-530-7241
dedmark@uark.edu

Washington County Historical Society annual meeting set for Oct. 5

The Washington County Historical Society’s annual meeting is planned for 1 p.m. Sunday,
Oct. 5, at the Bailey Center at Mount Sequoyah in Fayetteville. The meeting will feature the election of board members and the presentation of the 2025 Washington County Distinguished Citizen awards to former Fayetteville Mayor Lioneld Jordan and local health care activist Lou Reed Sharp.

The Distinguished Citizen awards are given each year to one or more individuals who have
made exceptional contributions to the life of Washington County and its communities, have
made enduring contributions to preserving and celebrating the history of the county or have
provided outstanding and sustained service or support to the historical society.

Jordan served as mayor from 2009 to 2025 and as a city council member from 2001 to 2009. During his time in office Jordan supported projects such as the historic preservation of the Woolsey Prairie property and rehabilitation of the John Porter Price produce warehouse and the Washington County Historical Society’s annual Battle of Fayetteville commemoration. Sharp is a founder of the Circle of Life hospice center and Communities Home Health Care. After establishing the business Olive Loom, she oversaw the distribution of face masks during the 2020 covid pandemic.

Tickets to the annual meeting are $25 and can be purchased online at https://tinyurl.com/3uehthy9 or by calling WCHS at 479-521-2970. For more information, email info@washcohistoricalsociety.org.

Build Your Brand: A Graphic Design Class for Beginners. Bring your business to life with a brand that stands out. In this hands-on class, you'll learn the basics of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop while exploring the "why" behind great branding. No experience needed. A computer with the required software will be provided for the class. Class is held in the CREATE Lab at ACHE Research Institute Health and Wellness Center, 1000 Fianna Way. $25 per person. Register at wellnesscenterclasses.as.me

Join Crystal Bridges Art Fair artist Jenny McGee to explore the art of small-scale abstraction in this hands-on mixed-media workshop.

You’ll create miniature abstract compositions on watercolor paper using bold acrylic backgrounds layered with textured elements like string, beads, paper, and even stones. Learn how to balance color and texture, experiment with layering techniques, and let your intuition guide the creative process.

Whether you’re new to mixed media or looking to spark fresh ideas, this class encourages playful exploration, creative connection, and expressive freedom to create a finished abstract artwork. Ages 14+

Tickets are $60 ($50 for members), reserve your spot online or with Guest Experience at (479) 657-2335 today.

"Teresa Pelliccio underwent a significant mind-shift in 2004 after reading The Power of Now and began a meditation practice. Shortly thereafter, she began experiencing conscious, otherworldly “trips” during her sleep. To understand and process these experiences, she turned to art. Her art forms are born from personal associations and blend spirituality, the metaphysical, intuition, self-empowerment and rebellion with femininity, whimsy and impulse. It is her wish that her work might inspire you to consider what may lie beyond the physical and encourage you to explore it. And, to love and support yourself fully as you do. 
Hilka Irvin is a Minnesota native who made Eureka Springs her home in 2014. A self-taught artist, she works in various mediums—oils, acrylics, and watercolor—each reflective of her mindset. In addition to visual art, she writes poetry and short stories to fulfill her creative soul. Her work is often described as eclectic, as she creates instinctively rather than adhering to expectations. Hilka thrives on stepping outside her comfort zone and expresses herself through art and writing that continues to evolve.
RIGDON IRVIN has always thought of art as a history of humankind. His art is very much influenced by the fact that he is a child of the 70’s. He was introduced to all kinds of music, art and various aspects of the counter culture at an early age, by older siblings, who were coming of age during that time. He loves color and watching it explode on the canvas, incorporating the architectural lines of the mid century, as well as the atomic themes of the space age. Being an abstract artist allows him the freedom to create art from “an anything goes” mindset. "

"""Teresa Pelliccio underwent a significant mind-shift in 2004 after reading The Power of Now and began a meditation practice. Shortly thereafter, she began experiencing conscious, otherworldly “trips” during her sleep. To understand and process these experiences, she turned to art. Her art forms are born from personal associations and blend spirituality, the metaphysical, intuition, self-empowerment and rebellion with femininity, whimsy and impulse. It is her wish that her work might inspire you to consider what may lie beyond the physical and encourage you to explore it. And, to love and support yourself fully as you do. 
Hilka Irvin is a Minnesota native who made Eureka Springs her home in 2014. A self-taught artist, she works in various mediums—oils, acrylics, and watercolor—each reflective of her mindset. In addition to visual art, she writes poetry and short stories to fulfill her creative soul. Her work is often described as eclectic, as she creates instinctively rather than adhering to expectations. Hilka thrives on stepping outside her comfort zone and expresses herself through art and writing that continues to evolve.
RIGDON IRVIN has always thought of art as a history of humankind. His art is very much influenced by the fact that he is a child of the 70’s. He was introduced to all kinds of music, art and various aspects of the counter culture at an early age, by older siblings, who were coming of age during that time. He loves color and watching it explode on the canvas, incorporating the architectural lines of the mid century, as well as the atomic themes of the space age. Being an abstract artist allows him the freedom to create art from “an anything goes” mindset. """