May 09 Thursday
Historic Cane Hill is pleased to welcome artist John Lasater for a solo exhibition May 9-July 6, 2024.
The opening reception will be held Thursday, May 9, 2024 from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Historic Cane Hill Gallery, 14327 State Hwy 45, Canehill, AR 72717. The public is invited to attend.
A prolific figure in the plein air scene for many years, John is widely regarded as one of the premier outdoor painters in America, evidenced by his invitation to join the prestigious Plein Air Painters of America. His paintings have won numerous awards nationally including “Best of Show” twice in the Plein Air Southwest Salon. John lives, paints, and teaches in Siloam Springs, and his dedication to his craft has inspired many. He gives back by writing and teaching, sharing his knowledge and passion with others. Through a life dedicated to artistry, John hopes to continue inspiring others and creating beautiful works of art.
A relaxing evening of art, fun, and drinks—served with a twist!
Join us this evening to learn more about the Salon Hang feature of our permanent collection! Kick off your evening in the Garrison Lobby and learn how to make a handcrafted cocktail from our master mixologists, then head into the galleries with a Guide to explore our Salon Hang and the artworks within it.
Spirited, laid-back, and just plain fun, this tour might become your new favorite way to explore Crystal Bridges. See you there!
Tickets are $25 ($20 for members), reserve your spot online or with Guest Services at (479) 657-2335 today.
Winner of the 2022 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, this deliciously funny send-up of Shakespeare’s Hamlet is set to take Broadway by storm in 2023 following a sold-out run at The Public Theater. When the ghost of Juicy’s father demands that Juicy avenge his murder, fatal intent doesn't come easy to this sensitive, self-aware, young Black man in search of his own happiness and liberation. From an uproarious Southern family cookout emerges a compelling examination of love and loss, pain and joy, revenge and karaoke.
Moving. Meditative. Magical.Experience an immersive vision of art-infused wellness
Join us for an immersive journey at the intersection of music, wellness, technology, and art created by four-time Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and mental health pioneer Jewel!
Presented as a collaboration between Jewel and Crystal Bridges, The Portal features one-of-a-kind, 200-piece aerial drone shows choreographed by Jewel and set to an original score by the artist, a meditative art walk featuring works by prominent contemporary artists, a never-before-seen painting and sculpture by Jewel, and chef-crafted dining options as part of a complete experience for the body, mind, and spirit.
From the seven-foot hologram of Jewel welcoming you to the experience to the culminating choreography over the museum’s central pond, each element of the experience invites us to explore Jewel’s concept of the Three Spheres of human existence: the inner world, outer world, and the unseen world.
Encompassing our experiences of mind, body, and spirit, Jewel has meticulously crafted each aspect of The Portal to harmonize the Three Spheres, creating a dynamic space and experience where inner thoughts, external actions, and hidden emotions converge.
Innovative, transformative, and just plain fun, The Portal promises a moving, restorative experience unlike any other at Crystal Bridges.
See you there!
May 10 Friday
Arkansas Food Innovation Center at The Market Center of the Ozarks & Cureate Present: Food Entrepreneurship Summit!
Are you interested in starting a food or beverage business, or are in the midst of growing one? Join us for a full day of programming to learn the nitty-gritty on the business side of running a food operation! Check out the agenda and snag your free ticket today. Lunch provided.
Friday, May 10 · 8:30am - 4:30pm CDT
Safety & Awareness is not a self-defense or firearm class. It is a seminar that will help you develop and improve your personal safety strategies before you need them. Criminals are looking for vulnerable and easy targets. This class provides valuable information you can apply in every area of your life from home, banks, online, travel, vehicles, to even understanding the psychology of a criminal. Tamie Greg, a former US Navy Veteran and NRA Instructor for Refuse to be a Victim curriculum will provide tips and techniques that will help you be alert and avoid criminal confrontations.
The Rogers Historical Museum announces a new temporary exhibit, “Last Call: History of Alcohol in Ozarks” on show March 15 through November 9, 2024.
The tangled history of moonshiners and bootleggers versus the energetic women of the temperance society all played important roles in the complicated story of alcohol in Arkansas. This exhibit follows the chronological pendulum of Arkansas law as it swings back and forth through the years between the cold sober teetotalers who campaigned for dry counties and the high-spirited bibbers who supported wet counties. See how the legacy of this historic battle led to the present-day success of more retail alcohol sales than ever before in Northwest Arkansas.
Included in the exhibit are an authentic Ozarks copper still, a mid-20th century commercial wine bottling machine, as well as many local stories and historic photographs.
Lasater is an award-winning representational artist known as a mainstay on the national plein air painting scene. He has won many awards including Best of Show twice in the Plein Air Southwest Salon. Lasater’s work, once known for his impressionistic style and bravado brushwork, now has a quieter, more thought-out approach.
A prolific figure in the plein air scene for many years, Lasater is widely regarded as one of the premier outdoor painters in America, evidenced by his invitation to join the prestigious Plein Air Painters of America. His numerous accolades include close to 50 top awards at events such as Door County Plein Air, Sedona Plein Air, Maui Plein Air Invitational, Plein Air Southwest Salon, and the Grand Canyon Celebration of Art. While outdoor painting remains integral to his artistic process, Lasater continues to push the boundaries of his craft with unwavering dedication and passion.
Born and raised in Houston, Texas, he now lives, paints, and teaches in Siloam Springs. John’s dedication to his craft has inspired many. He gives back by writing and teaching, sharing his knowledge and passion with others. Through a life dedicated to artistry, John hopes to continue inspiring others and creating beautiful works of art.
The gallery is located at 14327 State Hwy 45 and is open Thur., Fri., Sat. from 10 AM-2 PM.
Members are invited to enjoy a first look at our new exhibition Dark Waters! Don’t miss your chance to be one of the first to see this unique photography exhibition that reinvents a centuries-old genre with coolness and clarity. Just check in at the Guest Experience desk when you arrive and then head into the galleries to explore!
Plus, don’t forget to stick around for the Member Mingle at 4:30 p.m. to meet the artist, Kristine Potter.
Tickets are free, reserve your spot online or with Guest Services at (479) 657-2335 today.
Exquisite Creatures is a dialogue with art, nature, and science that asks the question: what is it about the natural world that calls to us? Throughout the exhibition, artist and naturalist Christopher Marley reflects on humanity’s intimate relationship with nature, revealing its intricate beauty and diversity through three-dimensional works comprised of animal, mineral, and plant specimens arranged in precise, geometric compositions. Shown together, the works create an immersive environment which inspires wonder and fosters a desire to preserve the natural world.
Crystal Bridges welcomes guests to experience the connection between art, nature, and science, emotionally and aesthetically, throughout the exhibition. The museum will activate the show’s themes through nature and science-based programming and activities both inside the museum and outdoors across its trails and grounds. The exhibition’s curatorial lead is Xuxa Rodriguez, PhD, associate curator, contemporary art.