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SUMMARY:Whimsical Wonders with The Cat In The Hat
DESCRIPTION:Say hello to the cast of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat while creating artistic chaos! \nStop in to enjoy a Seuss-inspired art-making activity and take home an original work of art that your family can treasure forever. \n\nWhimsical Wonders with The Cat in the Hat is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/whimsical-wonders-with-the-cat-in-the-hat-mar-25/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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SUMMARY:Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Who can transform a rainy day into the adventure of a lifetime? Dr. Seuss’s most iconic feline\, The Cat in the Hat! \nJust in time for National Reading Month\, experience the zany fun and timeless charm of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat live on stage. This high-energy production captures the essence of Dr. Seuss’s classic tale\, featuring iconic characters\, inventive puppetry\, and the acrobatic antics of everyone’s favorite Cat. \nRunning Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \nAny video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. \n\nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/dr-seusss-the-cat-in-the-hat-sold-out-mar-26/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
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SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Art Start is an early reader program that pairs children’s books with art activities\, inviting toddlers and preschool students to learn through reading\, imaginative play\, and art-making. \nThis free program welcomes parents\, grandparents\, caregivers\, and our youngest patrons to drop in and explore with us – no reservations required! \nIn this session\, we are reading The Cat in the Hat  and exploring patterns using crayons and stencils. \n\nArt Start is supported by the Alice L. Walton Foundation and Walmart Spark Good. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-mar-26/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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SUMMARY:Whimsical Wonders with The Cat In The Hat
DESCRIPTION:Say hello to the cast of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat while creating artistic chaos! \nStop in to enjoy a Seuss-inspired art-making activity and take home an original work of art that your family can treasure forever. \n\nWhimsical Wonders with The Cat in the Hat is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/whimsical-wonders-with-the-cat-in-the-hat-mar-26/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T113000
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SUMMARY:Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat
DESCRIPTION:Who can transform a rainy day into the adventure of a lifetime? Dr. Seuss’s most iconic feline\, The Cat in the Hat! \nJust in time for National Reading Month\, experience the zany fun and timeless charm of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat live on stage. This high-energy production captures the essence of Dr. Seuss’s classic tale\, featuring iconic characters\, inventive puppetry\, and the acrobatic antics of everyone’s favorite Cat. \nRunning Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \nAny video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. \n\nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/dr-seusss-the-cat-in-the-hat-mar-27/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
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SUMMARY:Whimsical Wonders with The Cat In The Hat
DESCRIPTION:Say hello to the cast of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat while creating artistic chaos! \nStop in to enjoy a Seuss-inspired art-making activity and take home an original work of art that your family can treasure forever. \n\nWhimsical Wonders with The Cat in the Hat is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/whimsical-wonders-with-the-cat-in-the-hat-mar-27/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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SUMMARY:Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat
DESCRIPTION:Who can transform a rainy day into the adventure of a lifetime? Dr. Seuss’s most iconic feline\, The Cat in the Hat! \nJust in time for National Reading Month\, experience the zany fun and timeless charm of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat live on stage. This high-energy production captures the essence of Dr. Seuss’s classic tale\, featuring iconic characters\, inventive puppetry\, and the acrobatic antics of everyone’s favorite Cat. \nRunning Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \nAny video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. \n\nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/dr-seusss-the-cat-in-the-hat-mar-28/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
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SUMMARY:Whimsical Wonders with The Cat In The Hat
DESCRIPTION:Say hello to the cast of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat while creating artistic chaos! \nStop in to enjoy a Seuss-inspired art-making activity and take home an original work of art that your family can treasure forever. \n\nWhimsical Wonders with The Cat in the Hat is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/whimsical-wonders-with-the-cat-in-the-hat-mar-28/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Start your weekend with free art-making fun for all ages and skill levels in AMFA’s Windgate Art School! \nThis Creative Saturdays activity celebrates the imaginative world of   Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat\, by inviting you to invent your own Seussian landscapes. \nUsing the whimsical shapes\, bold patterns\, and vibrant colors found in Dr. Seuss’s illustrations as inspiration\, design unique and fantastical creations that bring your imagination to life. \n\nCreative Saturdays are supported by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2025. \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-mar-29/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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SUMMARY:Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat: Dress Up Day
DESCRIPTION:Who can transform a rainy day into the adventure of a lifetime? Dr. Seuss’s most iconic feline\, The Cat in the Hat! \nJust in time for National Reading Month\, experience the zany fun and timeless charm of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat live on stage. This high-energy production captures the essence of Dr. Seuss’s classic tale\, featuring iconic characters\, inventive puppetry\, and the acrobatic antics of everyone’s favorite Cat. \nRunning Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \nFor this special performance\, AMFA invites you to suit up in Seuss style! Bring your favorite Dr. Seuss book or purchase one in the AFMA Museum Store for the cast to sign after the show. The performance concludes with a raffle and a chance to win a special Seuss surprise! \nAny video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. \n\nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/dr-seusss-the-cat-in-the-hat-dress-up-day-mar-29/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Cat-in-the-Hat-title-card-4x3-1.jpg
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T214752
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SUMMARY:Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat: Dress Up Day
DESCRIPTION:Who can transform a rainy day into the adventure of a lifetime? Dr. Seuss’s most iconic feline\, The Cat in the Hat! \nJust in time for National Reading Month\, experience the zany fun and timeless charm of Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat live on stage. This high-energy production captures the essence of Dr. Seuss’s classic tale\, featuring iconic characters\, inventive puppetry\, and the acrobatic antics of everyone’s favorite Cat. \nRunning Time: 50 minutesRecommended Age: 5 and up \nFor this special performance\, AMFA invites you to suit up in Seuss style! Bring your favorite Dr. Seuss book or purchase one in the AFMA Museum Store for the cast to sign after the show. The performance concludes with a raffle and a chance to win a special Seuss surprise! \nAny video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. \n\nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MT). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com \nDr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is supported by Summit Utilities. \nChildren’s Theatre and Performing Arts programs are supported by The Shubert Foundation and the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \n\n\nDOWNLOAD PLAY GUIDE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/dr-seusss-the-cat-in-the-hat/
CATEGORIES:Children's Theatre,Youth & Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T214752
CREATED:20251001T221249Z
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SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Art Start is an early reader program that pairs children’s books with art activities\, inviting toddlers and preschool students to learn through reading\, imaginative play\, and art-making. \nThis free program welcomes parents\, grandparents\, caregivers\, and our youngest patrons to drop in and explore with us – no reservations required! \nIn this session\, we are reading Elmer and creating animal collages using cut paper shapes and crayons. \n\nArt Start is supported by the Alice L. Walton Foundation and Walmart Spark Good. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-apr-9/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/elmer-david-mckee-crop.jpg
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T214752
CREATED:20251001T221257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T235326Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Start your weekend with free art-making fun for all ages and skill levels in AMFA’s Windgate Art School! \nInspired by the still life masterpieces on view in Rivera’s Paris\, this Creative Saturdays activity invites you to explore the art of still life drawing. \nWith several vignettes of carefully arranged objects as your muse\, experiment with a variety of dry drawing materials to create a unique composition that brings everyday objects to life on paper. \n\nCreative Saturdays are supported by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2025. \nRivera’s Paris is supported in part by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Foundation and the Robert Lehman Foundation. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-apr-12/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Creative-Saturdays-Fall-2024.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T214752
CREATED:20251001T221249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T160537Z
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SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Art Start is an early reader program that pairs children’s books with art activities\, inviting toddlers and preschool students to learn through reading\, imaginative play\, and art-making. \nThis free program welcomes parents\, grandparents\, caregivers\, and our youngest patrons to drop in and explore with us – no reservations required! \nIn this session\, we are reading Elmer and creating animal collages using cut paper shapes and crayons. \n\nArt Start is supported by the Alice L. Walton Foundation and Walmart Spark Good. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-apr-15/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/elmer-david-mckee-crop.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T214752
CREATED:20251001T221257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T235318Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays with Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Start your weekend with free art-making fun for all ages and skill levels in AMFA’s Windgate Art School! \nInspired by Alice Adair’s work on view in  Studio Time + Studio Practice\, this Creative Saturdays activity invites you to explore the art of fabric collage. \nDive into texture\, pattern\, and layering to create your own unique fabric composition using Adair’s innovative techniques and expressive designs as a guide. \nFor preschool-aged children\, do not miss Art Start at 10:30 a.m. in the Amerine/Calhoun Glass Box. There will be a live reading of Hot Dog by Doug Salati\, play time with AMFA’s resident pink puppet dog Flurffy\, and an animal art-making activity. \n\nCreative Saturdays with Art Start is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation and Walmart Spark Good. \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2025. \nStudio Time + Studio Practice is presented by Jackye and Curtis Finch Jr. and the Alan DuBois Fund for Contemporary Craft. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-with-art-start-apr-19/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Creative-Saturdays-Fall-2024.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T214752
CREATED:20251001T221249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T160527Z
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SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Art Start is an early reader program that pairs children’s books with art activities\, inviting toddlers and preschool students to learn through reading\, imaginative play\, and art-making. \nThis free program welcomes parents\, grandparents\, caregivers\, and our youngest patrons to drop in and explore with us – no reservations required! \nIn this session\, we are reading Dance is for Everyone and creating ballet dancer puppets. \n\nArt Start is supported by the Alice L. Walton Foundation and Walmart Spark Good. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-apr-23/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Dance-Is-For-Everyone-book-graphic.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T214752
CREATED:20251001T221257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T235310Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Start your weekend with free art-making fun for all ages and skill levels in AMFA’s Windgate Art School! \nInspired by the iconic photography on view in Kwame Brathwaite: The 1970s\, this Creative Saturdays activity invites you to explore the art of fashion design. \nBrathwaite was a pivotal figure in the “Black is Beautiful” movement\, and his work celebrated natural beauty and African heritage\, capturing bold styles and cultural expression. Using fashion design stencils and fabric samples\, create your own unique outfits and couture pieces by embracing the vibrant aesthetics and empowering themes present in Brathwaite’s photography. \n\nCreative Saturdays are supported by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2025. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-apr-26/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arkmfa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Creative-Saturdays-Fall-2024.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T214752
CREATED:20251001T221249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T160515Z
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SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Art Start is an early reader program that pairs children’s books with art activities\, inviting toddlers and preschool students to learn through reading\, imaginative play\, and art-making. \nThis free program welcomes parents\, grandparents\, caregivers\, and our youngest patrons to drop in and explore with us – no reservations required! \nIn this session\, we are reading Dance is for Everyone and creating ballet dancer puppets. \n\nArt Start is supported by the Alice L. Walton Foundation and Walmart Spark Good. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-apr-29/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T214752
CREATED:20251001T221257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T235303Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of the 60th Spring Tour of Homes: Art and Architecture in MacArthur Park\, the Quapaw Quarter Association is hosting a free\, hands-on art project that invites guests to design their own imaginative neighborhoods. \nUsing stamps and ink\, participants will design their own roads\, homes\, and landscapes by drawing inspiration from architectural details and the vibrant character of the surrounding neighborhood. All ages and skill levels are welcome! \nAbout the Quapaw Quarter Association\nIncorporated in 1968\, the Quapaw Quarter Association (QQA) grew out of an effort to identify and protect significant historic structures in Little Rock during the urban renewal projects of the early 1960s. Throughout its existence\, the QQA has been a driving force behind historic preservation in Greater Little Rock. \n\nCreative Saturdays are supported by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2025. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-may-3/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T214752
CREATED:20251001T221249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T160507Z
UID:10001216-1746613800-1746617400@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Art Start is an early reader program that pairs children’s books with art activities\, inviting toddlers and preschool students to learn through reading\, imaginative play\, and art-making. \nThis free program welcomes parents\, grandparents\, caregivers\, and our youngest patrons to drop in and explore with us – no reservations required! \nIn this session\, we are reading Off We Go to Mexico: An Adventure in the Sun and creating abstract Pointillism-inspired pictures using ink dobbers. \n\nArt Start is supported by the Alice L. Walton Foundation and Walmart Spark Good. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-may-7/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T214752
CREATED:20251001T221257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T235254Z
UID:10001234-1746871200-1746882000@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Start your weekend with free art-making fun for all ages and skill levels in AMFA’s Windgate Art School! \nInspired by the revolutionary Cubist works of Picasso\, Braque\, and Rivera on view in Rivera’s Paris\, this Creative Saturdays activity invites you to explore the world of Cubism through paper collage. \nUse paper and dry media to experiment with bold shapes\, fragmented perspectives\, and overlapping planes to mirror the innovative techniques that redefined modern art. By layering and deconstructing forms\, create a dynamic composition that captures the essence of this groundbreaking movement. \n\nCreative Saturdays are supported by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2025. \nRivera’s Paris is supported in part by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Foundation and the Robert Lehman Foundation. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-may-10/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T163000
DTSTAMP:20260422T214752
CREATED:20251001T221323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T160511Z
UID:10001293-1746883800-1746894600@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Making Together: Clay Vases (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Make a pair of vases inspired by the art on view in Rivera’s Paris during this engaging hands-on workshop! \nParticipants will explore the artworks of Rivera’s Paris by visiting the AMFA galleries to gather inspiration from the colors\, textures\, and shapes seen in the exhibition. Guided by expert instruction\, participants will learn essential ceramics techniques\, including how to shape and form their vase\, apply underglazes for vibrant color\, and use carving tools to create surface designs. \nOnce complete\, AMFA staff will apply a clear glaze to enhance the details and brighten the colors. After kiln firing\, the finished vases will be ready for pickup in three weeks. \nNo prior experience is necessary—just bring your creativity and get ready to sculpt\, carve\, and design in clay! \n\nRivera’s Paris is supported in part by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Foundation with additional support from the Robert Lehman Foundation. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied to all classes through 2025. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/making-together-clay-vases-sold-out-may-10/
CATEGORIES:Art School,Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T214752
CREATED:20251001T221249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T160444Z
UID:10001217-1747132200-1747135800@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Art Start is an early reader program that pairs children’s books with art activities\, inviting toddlers and preschool students to learn through reading\, imaginative play\, and art-making. \nThis free program welcomes parents\, grandparents\, caregivers\, and our youngest patrons to drop in and explore with us – no reservations required! \nIn this session\, we are reading Off We Go to Mexico: An Adventure in the Sun and creating abstract Pointillism-inspired pictures using ink dobbers. \n\nArt Start is supported by the Alice L. Walton Foundation and Walmart Spark Good. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-may-13/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T214752
CREATED:20251001T221330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T160437Z
UID:10001310-1747132200-1747135800@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Art Start is an early reader program that pairs children’s books with art activities\, inviting toddlers and preschool students to learn through reading\, imaginative play\, and art-making. \nThis free program welcomes parents\, grandparents\, caregivers\, and our youngest patrons to drop in and explore with us – no reservations required! \nIn this session\, we are reading Off We Go to Mexico: An Adventure in the Sun and creating abstract Pointillism-inspired pictures using ink dobbers. \n\nArt Start is supported by the Alice L. Walton Foundation and Walmart Spark Good. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-may-13/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T214752
CREATED:20251001T221315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T174640Z
UID:10001263-1747476000-1747486800@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Studio Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Stop by AMFA’s Windgate Art School where every studio will be open for you to explore and experience! \nWhether you are a skilled artist or a first-time maker\, this opportunity welcomes guests of all ages to experience a variety of artistic disciplines through free\, hands-on activities and exciting demonstrations. \nInstructors will be on hand to answer questions about upcoming art classes and help you pick out the perfect programs for you and your family. \n\nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported in part by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2025. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/studio-saturday-may-17/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art School,Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T214752
CREATED:20251001T221307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T221307Z
UID:10001245-1747476000-1747486800@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Family Fest: Young Arkansas Artists
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the opening of AMFA’s 64th Young Arkansas Artists exhibition with a day of artmaking and family fun! \nTake creative inspiration from the art on view to make creations of your own in AMFA’s Windgate Art School. Instructors will be on hand in every studio to answer questions about upcoming classes and camps and help you pick out the best offerings for you and your family. \nStudio Activities:\n\nFlex Studio – Exhibition-Inspired Drawing Prompts\nDrawing Studio – Portrait Drawing\nMetals Studio – Animal Sculptures\nCeramics Wheel Studio – Wheel Throwing and Hand Building Pottery\nCeramics Hand Studio – Wood Veneer Key Chains\n\n\nFamily Fest: Young Arkansas Artists is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nThe 64th Young Arkansas Artists exhibition and awards are supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation\, Arkansas Children’s Hospital\, and Delaware North and the Jacobs Family\, with additional support from Mid-Southern Watercolorists and Blick Art Materials. \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported in part by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2025. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters.
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/family-fest-young-arkansas-artists/
CATEGORIES:Art School,Special Events,Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T214752
CREATED:20251001T221241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T174621Z
UID:10001183-1747479600-1747483200@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Young Arkansas Artists Awards Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Educators\, students\, and their families are invited to attend the 64th Young Arkansas Artists Exhibition Awards Ceremony honoring this year’s student artists and art educators. \nAs the oldest and only statewide art competition for young artists in grades K-12\, Young Arkansas Artists is an essential program that emphasizes the importance of art in education and represents a wide range of media and techniques. \nDuring the awards ceremony\, Grand Juror Christian Cutler – Director/Curator of the Windgate Museum of Art at Hendrix College – will highlight each student’s work selected for this year’s exhibition and present awards. \nRefreshments are included. Reserving your free tickets for this ceremony is highly encouraged! \n\nThe 64th Young Arkansas Artists exhibition Awards Ceremony is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nThe 64th Young Arkansas Artists exhibition and awards are supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation\, Arkansas Children’s Hospital\, and Delaware North and the Jacobs Family\, with additional support from Mid-Southern Watercolorists and Blick Art Materials. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/young-arkansas-artists-awards-ceremony-may-17/
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T214752
CREATED:20251001T221330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T160429Z
UID:10001309-1747823400-1747827000@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Art Start
DESCRIPTION:Art Start is an early reader program that pairs children’s books with art activities\, inviting toddlers and preschool students to learn through reading\, imaginative play\, and art-making. \nThis free program welcomes parents\, grandparents\, caregivers\, and our youngest patrons to drop in and explore with us – no reservations required! \nIn this session\, we are reading I Am An Artist and creating pattern-filled artworks that celebrate self-expression using stamps – perfect for kids who love to create\, explore\, and get a little messy along the way. \n\nArt Start is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation and Walmart Spark Good. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/art-start-may-21/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250523T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250523T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T214752
CREATED:20251001T221307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T175527Z
UID:10001246-1748019600-1748030400@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Fridays on the Lawn
DESCRIPTION:Kick off your weekend with sunshine\, lawn games\, cold drinks\, and endless fun for everyone! \nGet competitive over games like baggo or bocce ball\, sketch your surroundings at a drawing easel\, or pick up a refreshing snow cone – both non-alcoholic and boozy are available. You can even order drinks and dinner at Park Grill while enjoying the beautiful outdoor dining views (reservations are recommended)! \nAs a special surprise for our youngest adventurers\, AMFA’s pink puppet dog Flurffy will lead a colorful quest to find his missing fairy friends. Kiddos can create their own personalized binoculars to assist in Flurffy’s search\, and enjoy a unique art-making activity when they find the fairy village. \nAs an end-of-year gift\, educators enjoy one complimentary drink – please check-in with Guest Services to collect your drink ticket. \nCoolers\, outside food or drinks\, and large bags are not permitted. Pets\, blankets\, and lawn chairs are welcome. \n\nFridays on the Lawn is supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nImage courtesy of Jason Masters. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/fridays-on-the-lawn-may-23/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Youth & Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T214752
CREATED:20251001T221330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T235242Z
UID:10001308-1748080800-1748091600@arkmfa.org
SUMMARY:Creative Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Start your weekend with free art-making fun for all ages and skill levels in AMFA’s Windgate Art School! \nThis Creative Saturdays activity invites you to explore the wild and imaginative world of animal-inspired art in the Young Arkansas Artists exhibition through hands-on collage. Invent your own hybrid species by blending colors\, textures\, and forms to create a creature that is entirely your own design. \n\nCreative Saturdays are supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation. \nThe Windgate Art School is generously supported by the Windgate Foundation with additional support from Sherry Worthen in memory of George Worthen. \nWindgate Art School’s Reduced Tuition Program is supported in part by Michael Laughter. Reduced tuition is automatically applied on all classes through 2025. \nThe 64th Young Arkansas Artists exhibition and awards are supported in part by the Alice L. Walton Foundation\, Arkansas Children’s Hospital\, and Delaware North and the Jacobs Family\, with additional support from Mid-Southern Watercolorists. \nRedeemable coupons awarded to the 64th Young Arkansas Artists exhibition honorable mention and best-in-class winners are provided by Blick Art Materials. \n 
URL:https://arkmfa.org/event/creative-saturdays-may-24/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Families
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