Community Calendar

This fall, roam a world outside time as acclaimed studio Klip Collective uses light, sound, and state-of-the-art projection mapping to transform acres of Ozark nature into a one-of-a-kind journey across time and space.

Designed exclusively for the museum’s North Forest, this outdoor, site-responsive experience features six immersive installations for you and your crew to explore. Witness the natural rhythms of the Earth brought to life, see yourself fractured across the surface of a broken time machine, marvel together at the movements of the forest in a landscape of light, and more.

Backed by a custom soundtrack and open during the Ozarks’ most beautiful season, Time Loop truly offers an outdoor experience unlike any in Northwest Arkansas.

FRIDAY COMEDY SHOWCASE

CLUB 509 and KAVA BAR FAYETTEVILLE PRESENTS

FRIDAY NIGHT COMEDY SHOWCASE!

Come get a laugh in at CLUB 509'S WEEKLY COMEDY SHOWCASE! Featuring locals, big time, and touring spots, our Friday comedy showcase really has it all.

From comedians featured on NETFLIX to DON'T TELL COMEDY, you'll certainly find out why things are funnier at CLUB 509!

$15
First free tap beer for ticket holders
ALL AGES
8pm
EVERY FRIDAY

Join us for a day community while we explore the ways we experience & grow joy in the community. Our keynote speaker Kim Hodus, the Happiness Coach will help us learn how to cultivate joy as a daily practice. In addition, we will have curated joy stations to inspire & awaken different aspects of joy, presence & connection. Arrive curious, leave inspired

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.

Rediscover your sense of wonder on this one-of-a-kind adult field trip at the Ozark Natural Science Center (ONSC)! Designed especially for curious minds of all ages, this immersive experience invites you to deepen your understanding of the natural world through hands-on learning, outdoor adventure, and meaningful connections. Modeled after the same engaging programs enjoyed by over 60,000 students, “Nature Reimagined” offers grown-ups the chance to explore the stunning Bear Hollow Natural Area like never before. Enjoy two scenic guided hikes, two interactive classes led by expert educators, and relaxing campfire gatherings under the stars.

You’ll stay in a comfortable, climate-controlled lodge and enjoy four delicious meals - all while reaping the mental, physical, and emotional benefits of nature immersion. This Level 2 program features moderately challenging hikes on rocky terrain and is perfect for those who love learning and the outdoors. Come for the adventure, stay for the friendships. Discover nature, community, and inspiration all in one unforgettable weekend!

Since this is an overnight program, a waiver from ONSC must be completed by each participant that includes allergy, medical & dietary information.

Activity Level: 2

Unroll your mat and find your flow alongside an adoptable dog! 🐾 Join us for a special edition of Yoga with Movement Driven Life, held at the Best Friends Pet Resource Center.

This small-group class offers the perfect mix of mindfulness, gentle movement, and cuddly canine company. Whether a dog curls up beside your mat or decides to join your stretch, you’ll leave feeling relaxed, refreshed, and surrounded by tail wags.

🌿 Registration Required! Space is very limited, so be sure to reserve your spot early! Feel free to bring your own yoga mat, or use one provided.

Come stretch, breathe, and connect—with yourself, the community, and our adoptable animals.

Come shop at the Mount Sequoyah Ceramic Sale in our Dining Hall as you prepare for the holiday season. Handmade pottery from over a dozen artists will be on display and for sale. This sale will take place during the Fayetteville Gallery Coalition's bi-annual Gallery Hop. Both the Fenix and Sequoyah Hall Galleries will be open and displaying work. Come to the mountain on November 15th and see some art and purchase some pottery!

Get your picture taken with Santa and soak up the festive spirit with our holiday bar and cocoa. Light snacks and cookies will be available. Enjoy a fun-filled day of crafts, merriment, and seasonal cheer. Entry ticket times will be staggered to ensure no families need to wait too long to see Santa! Thank you to our generous event sponsors at the United Methodist Foundation of Arkansas.

George Dombek Studio and Art Gallery is celebrating its 30 year anniversary of inviting the public into his Goshen workspace. This year's Open Studio festivities will feature special events held from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. on the weekends of November 1–2, 8–9, and 15–16, 2025.

From meteorites and dinosaurs to ancient Roman coins and first computers, the University of Arkansas Museum houses a wide array of materials across time and space.

Join us 2-4 p.m. Saturday, November 15, for a free and fun day with the U of A Museum's  popular collections open house, snacks and fun activities. It's also an opportunity to learn about the museum’s resources for research and learning all year long.

A number of awesome community partners will be at the event, including the Arkansas Air and Military Museum, Arkansas Archeological Survey, Shiloh Museum of Ozark History, and more!

Registration is appreciated but not required and does not reserve anything at the event.

The museum collections are located in the U of A Collection Facility at 2471 N. Hatch Ave, roughly 2.5 miles north of the main University of Arkansas campus in Fayetteville, AR. Parking is free.