Community Calendar

Introductory Class: Nalbinding is a single needle looping technique that predates knitting and crochet. Found on all continents where civilizations arose, and called by many names around the world, Nalbinding, or needle binding in English, allows you to take a simple tool and create a stronger denser fabric than knitting or crochet that doesn't frog when cut. This craft is practiced by many who are involved in Viking reenactment where it was historically used to make hats, gloves and socks. In this 3 hour class participants will have a chance to learn the Oslo Stitch and connecting in the round. With this base of skills participants will be able to start their nalbinding journey and create a variety of items. Workshop fee includes all materials and instruction. Handouts will be provided.

Advanced:In this workshop we will take your basic skills in nalbinding with the Oslo stitch and learn how to start in the round and oval, expanding and decreasing stitches, and pattern reading. We will also explore a couple of new stitches to expand your stitch library. We will work to get you started on a hat, mittens or socks depending on your interest! Pre-requisite for this class is Intro to Nalbinding or basic nalbinding skills with understanding in the Oslo stitch. Bring your own needle to work with.

Tim will lead participants on the third Sunday foraging hikes and cooking workshops around the Ozark Folkways property. As the seasons change so will the available plants and how they are prepared. These zero-waste events will cover plant ID, Harvest and Reseeding, and Food Preparation.

Imagine stepping into a classroom where students are captivated not only by words but also by works of art. A place where critical thinking, connection, and creativity thrive as students “read” art just as they read books. Visual literacy unlocks this world, transforming how we teach and learn.

Join national arts integration experts Focus 5, Inc. for a three-day national professional development conference set against the backdrop of the world-class collection at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.

This immersive experience equips Literacy and Social Studies teachers with an approach to teaching that harnesses the power of visual art to:

Develop deeper understandings
Prompt curriculum-centered conversations
Inspire inquiry
Transcend language barriers
Engage multiple learning styles
Foster an inclusive environment where every student can succeed
Perfect for K–12 English Language Arts teachers, reading specialists, literacy coaches, history teachers, and art teachers, we hope you’ll join us in transforming the way educators and students connect with art and ideas!

Perfect for kids aged 5 to 7, this is a weeklong day camp led by our talented Crystal Bridges teaching artists. Campers heading into kindergarten through 2nd grade will be guided through fun and imaginative drawing techniques.

Throughout the week, your budding artist will transform their sketchbook with unique designs using pencils, ink, charcoal, and a variety of other materials. They’ll also find inspiration and learn about the incredible artworks in our museum galleries.

This is the perfect opportunity for young artists to create with confidence and explore their artistic potential. Don’t miss out on this creative adventure!

Instructor: Abby Richardson

Tickets are $200 ($160 for members). Reserve your spot online or with Guest Experience at (479) 657-2335 today.

Perfect for kids aged 4 to 5, Mini Masters is a weeklong day camp led by a teaching artist. Prekindergarten campers will have the chance to discover the art world through story time and gallery activities.

Then, back in the studio, we’ll explore the artmaking process with painting, collage, and sculpture for some colorful, creative fun!

Tickets are $200 ($160 for members). Reserve your spot online or with Guest Experience at (479) 657-2335 today.

Perfect for kids aged 8 to 10, Nature Explorers is a weeklong day camp led by 37 North Expeditions. Campers heading into 3rd through 5th grade will uncover the wonders of both the artistic and natural worlds along the Crystal Bridge’s art trails.

Guided by skilled naturalists and outdoor educators, campers will learn about the animals and plants of the Natural State, develop essential survival and outdoor skills, and participate in art-based experiments along the trails and creeks.

This goal-centered program nurtures problem-solving, collaboration, and imagination. With real tools and real challenges, kids learn through trial and error while developing essential skills. Join us for a week of discovery and adventure!

Tickets are $200 ($160 for members). Reserve your spot online or with Guest Experience at (479) 657-2335 today.

From August 1992 to April 1995, three tragic and high-profile events—Ruby Ridge, Waco, and the Oklahoma City bombing— captured the attention of the nation, as federal forces clashed with U.S. civilians. These incidents, often tied together in media coverage, are marked by themes of freedom, religion, and guns. John Powers, a Lifelong Learning program educator, will delve deeper into the individuals involved and the decision-making processes that escalated these confrontations, leading to devastating loss and destruction in the heart of America. With the benefit of 30 years of perspective, we’ll move beyond the headlines and explore the complexities of these events, uncovering the broader social and political forces at play. Join us for a thought-provoking examination of a pivotal period in U.S. history, where we seek to understand the true causes and consequences of these tragic moments.

Perfect for kids aged 5 to 7, Little Builders is a weeklong day camp led by Crystal Bridges’ teaching artists. Campers heading into kindergarten through 2nd grade 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 valuable STEAM skills and learn to draw inspiration from their surroundings—all while having a blast building their own 3D models

Join us for a week of creativity, fun, and discovery at Little Builders, where young minds will explore the wonders of architecture and design!

Tickets are $200 ($160 for members). Reserve your spot online or with Guest Experience at (479) 657-2335 today.

Join the prestigious Trike School of the Magical Arts (Trike Theatre | Professional Theatre in Northwest Arkansas | NWA) for some excitement! This adventure camp is perfect for kids ages 11-13 years entering 6th through 8th grade. It focuses on team building, games, and art.

Campers will craft wands, learn spells, brew potions, explore mythical creatures inspired by the art of Crystal Bridges, and more! Campers will begin the week by being sorted into Crystal Bridges–inspired houses and getting to know their housemates.

Then, the fun will really take flight as campers work together to earn house points and a chance to take home the House Cup at the camp closing ceremony.

Tickets are $200 ($160 for members). Reserve your spot online or with Guest Experience at (479) 657-2335 today.