CRYSTAL BRIDGES EVENTS
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art welcomes all to celebrate the American spirit in a setting that unites the power of art with the beauty of nature. Located at 600 Museum Way, Bentonville.
January events
Jan. 18 — Artinfusion Happy Hour + Happening 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Each month, look for exciting happenings following Artinfusion’s monthly happy hour. Once a month, the museum space will be turned on its head for creative events that feature fun groups in the community. With intimate concerts, trivia nights, comedy shows, and more, you never know what you might experience at these events; not to mention, it’s a great way to meet people in Northwest Arkansas.
The first Happy Hour + Happening features Egyptian rock star, Ramy Essam, known as “The Voice” of the 2011 Egyptian Revolution, as well as Cornell Law professor Gerald Torres, a leading figure in critical race theory, environmental law and federal Indian Law. Mix and mingle with these legendary minds before enjoying an intimate concert and conversation between the two. There will be a cash bar available and light complimentary appetizers in collaboration with House of Songs. The event is free and no registration is required.
Jan. 25 — DISH with Dragonwagon 6 to 7:30 p.m.
This series cultivates lively, insightful dialogue with women in the culinary and art worlds while enjoying appetizers and drinks. Though best known in the Ozarks as the creator of the Dairy Hollow Writer’s Colony, Dragonwagon is also the published author of 50 books in five genres, numerous magazine articles and two blogs. The event is open to guests, 21 and above, for $50 ($40 for members). Register online or call guest services at 479-657-2335.
Jan. 25 — Great Reveal (Library) 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
See rare books from the Crystal Bridges Archives up close. The event is free and no registration is required.
Jan. 27 — Gallery Conversation — Crystal Bridges’ Architecture 1 to 2 p.m.
Explore the iconic architecture of Moshe Safdie in this gallery talk with curatorial assistant Dylan Turk. This talk will take a unique and unexpected look at one of the most beloved spaces in Crystal Bridges, the Great Hall. The conversation will begin with an overview of the architecture of Crystal Bridges, then transition into a fun discussion of how people look, engage and think about the spaces are in. The event is free and no registration is required.