Community Calendar

Join us in celebrating the life, legacy, and joy of the incomparable Dolly Parton with a special screening of Steel Magnolias. Gather with friends to laugh, cry, and remember the warmth and wit Dolly brought to generations of fans around the world.

During the film, enjoy a buffet-style Southern dinner and come dressed in your favorite shade of pink. Tease your hair high, channel your best “Blush and Bashful” look, and celebrate Southern charm, friendship, and the spirit of a true icon.

Tickets are $50 ($45/members), reserve your spot online or with Box Office at (479) 657-2335 today.

Join us for Start with Art, a free weekly program designed especially for caregivers and children ages 0–5. Together, families will explore the galleries, enjoy sensory-rich experiences, create art, and connect with other caregivers in a welcoming and playful environment.

Each week features a new theme inspired by artworks throughout Crystal Bridges. Through movement, music, storytelling, hands-on artmaking, and sensory exploration, children and caregivers will share meaningful experiences while fostering creativity, curiosity, and a sense of belonging.

This event is free, registration required. Reserve your spot online or with Guest Experience at (479) 657-2335 today.

The Department of Anthropology will host an Open House on Wednesday, October 28, at 4:00-7:00 PM, in Old Main on the University of Arkansas campus. All are welcome!

Step into the sometimes-spooky world of Anthropology and discover what makes us human! Meet students and faculty, and explore skeletons, ancient objects, and ghost stories from around the world. Enjoy family-friendly, educational activities for all ages, with a fun Halloween twist.

Please visit us in our haunted home, Old Main, where only friendly spirits await.

This event is free and open to the public. Small treats (and no tricks) will be provided!

Celebrate the cozy spirit of fall by creating your own handmade ceramic pumpkins in this fun, all-ages workshop! Perfect for beginners and experienced makers alike, this class introduces simple hand building techniques to shape and decorate pumpkins of all sizes and styles—from classic and rustic to whimsical and unique. Participants will explore texture, form, and surface design to bring their pumpkins to life, adding personal touches that reflect the beauty of the season.

Tickets are $75 ($55/members). Reserve your spot online or with Guest Experience at (479) 657-2335 today.

Class runs Thursdays, October 29 - November 5. All materials provided.

Be an Early Bird: Register before September 10th to get $10 off.

Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's® is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease.

Stop by and create your own spooky masks! Whether it's to wear for Trick Art Treat or during Halloween, you can craft a mask that is spooky or sweet!

Tickets are $20 ($15/members). Reserve your spot online or with Guest Experience at (479) 657-2335 today.

Be an Early bird: $5 off if you register before September 10th.

Have a ghoulishly good time trick-or-treating, eating candy, and meeting characters along the North Forest Trail! We’ll also have live music and artmaking for everyone—dressed up or not—to enjoy.

This event is free, no tickets required.

Sprinkle some glitter and create your very own Grandma Moses-inspired holiday greeting card! Known for her paintings of rural life, Grandma Moses' paintings were also reproduced on Hallmark greeting cards to celebrate the season. You'll learn about her iconic composition style as you make holiday greeting cards for friends and family.

Tickets are $30 ($25/members). Reserve your spot online or with Guest Experience at (479) 657-2335 today.

Bring a friend and art together with a dual ticket: $54 ($45 for members).

Be an Early Bird: Get $10 off if you register by November 1st.

Join us for Start with Art, a free weekly program designed especially for caregivers and children ages 0–5. Together, families will explore the galleries, enjoy sensory-rich experiences, create art, and connect with other caregivers in a welcoming and playful environment.

Each week features a new theme inspired by artworks throughout Crystal Bridges. Through movement, music, storytelling, hands-on artmaking, and sensory exploration, children and caregivers will share meaningful experiences while fostering creativity, curiosity, and a sense of belonging.

This event is free, registration required. Please register for both the attending parent/guardian and child. Reserve your spot online or with Guest Experience at (479) 657-2335 today.

The 4th Annual Red Autumn Art Festival is coming to downtown Fort Smith, Arkansas!
Get ready for two full days of original art and creative energy on Friday, November 6th, and Saturday, November 7th, at the Wyndham Fort Smith City Center in the heart of downtown Fort Smith, Arkansas.
This year’s festival is an indoor art experience featuring a diverse lineup of artists from across the region and beyond. Whether you’re an art collector, a casual browser, a creative soul, or someone who just loves discovering something beautiful and unexpected, Red Autumn is the kind of event that belongs on your calendar.
Come explore original work in:
- Painting
- Graphite, charcoal & ink
- Photography
- Wood burning
- Mixed media
- Textile & fiber art
- Glass art
- Woodworking
- Ceramics & pottery
- Jewelry
- Metalwork
- Sculpture
Red Autumn gives you the opportunity to meet the people behind the work, hear the stories behind the pieces, and experience the creative heartbeat of a growing regional arts movement.
📅 Dates: Friday, November 6th & Saturday, November 7th
🕘 Time: 9 AM–6 PM both days
📍 Location: Wyndham Fort Smith City Center | Downtown Fort Smith, AR
Red Autumn has quickly become one of the area’s fastest-growing art festivals, bringing together artists, art lovers, collectors, families, and curious wanderers for a celebration of creativity in full autumn color.
So grab a friend, bring your art-loving heart, and make plans to spend part of your weekend surrounded by creativity and works of art you won’t find anywhere else.
Learn more at www.redautumn.art
Questions? Email info@redautumn.art