Community Calendar

Perfect for kids aged 11 to 13, Painting Camp is a weeklong day camp led by Eileen Guillory (Painting with Mrs. Guillory). Campers heading into 6th through 8th grade will learn how to look at the world with an artist’s eye through discovery and lots of messy, creative fun.

We’ll explore paintings in Crystal Bridges’ collection, then head back to the studio to turn acrylics and watercolor paints into portraits, landscapes, and abstract art

Your growing artists will have a blast creating, making friends, and trying new things, and you’ll love that they’re learning about art and culture every step of the way.

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

Since the late 1990s, KAWS has been creating a cast of iconic characters steeped in the American zeitgeist that populate his work. Each with their own distinct personality pulled in part from their creator, these characters have been a constant throughline in the artist’s career. The exhibition takes its title and thematic jumping-off point from the sculpture titled FAMILY (2021), which brings together four of KAWS’ characters posed in the style of a family portrait. As witnessed throughout the show, the relationships between the figures can be complex, familiar, and astonishingly heartfelt entryways into human emotions.

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.

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 11 to 13, this weeklong day camp for artists who want to explore the world of fashion and art while learning essential sewing skills. Campers heading into 6th through 8th grade will experience hands-on activities that will inspire and challenge their creativity.

You’ll personalize clothing with fabrics and embroidery, gain experience in hand-sewing and using a sewing machine, all while creating wearable art inspired by the stunning pieces in our galleries.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic chance to develop your fashion skills and unleash your inner designer!

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

Perfect for teens aged 14 to 18, our Ceramics Teen Studio is a weeklong day studio led by experts from Fifth Street Studio. High school students from incoming freshmen to recent graduates will learn the art of molding clay into stunning masterpieces: colorful mugs, imaginative sculptures, functional pottery, and more!

Your teen will sculpt, shape, and glaze their way through an unforgettable journey of artistic discovery. This is their chance to explore their artistic potential and create incredible art!

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

Please note: Projects created during camp will need to be fired at Fifth Street Studio after completion. Projects can be picked up at Fifth Street Studio (1012 SE 5th Street, Bentonville, AR) anytime they are open starting two weeks after the final day of camp. Parents/Guardians will receive more project pick up details via email during their camp session.

Want to learn more about what to expect at camp? Read our Know Before You Go guide.

Perfect for kids aged 8 to 10, Garden Club is a weeklong day camp combining a unique blend of gardening, cooking, and art which will inspire campers to appreciate the full cycle of food. Campers heading into 3rd through 5th grade will have the chance to plant and care for vegetables and flowers, explore the world of pollination and the vital role bees and butterflies play in our garden’s health, and learn how to prepare delicious and healthy dishes using plants.

Additionally, they’ll get inspired in Crystal Bridges’ gallery and trails and create their own inspired artworks. Join us for a week of creativity, fun, and discovery!

Under the guidance of our museum educators, this exciting week will include special guests from Arkansas Master Gardeners, Apple Seeds Teaching Farm, and Crystal Bridges’ own Trails and Grounds team.

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

Invitational show featuring local artists. The theme is Gotahold Brewing's mascot, The Raven.

Irish Slow Session is for those who would like to learn Irish tunes and songs. The hour before each Irish Session we’ll learn a few new tunes and tips on how to jam in the Irish Sessions.
Every 2nd and 4th Monday of each month. Check the Folk School calendar for more information.