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Arts & Culture

Crystal Bridges and the Momentary Announce 2024 Exhibitions

Crystal Bridges and the Momentary recently shared their 2024 exhibition lineup, with several shows exploring the relationship between art and science, the impact of Indigenous art, and photography as a tool for storytelling

• Of The Earth: Crystal Bridges' lineup includes Exquisite Creatures, by artist and naturalist Christopher Marley; Space Makers: Indigenous Expression and a New American Art, an examination of a mid-century American art influenced by Native American works; North Forest Outdoor Lights: Klip Collective, an immersive nighttime experience in the North Forest; the traveling exhibition Knowing the West; and an untitled installation featuring art and stories from the Arkansas Coalition of Marshallese.

• Caught on Camera: The Momentary will launch three photography-centric exhibitions, including Kristine Potter: Dark Waters, a collection exploring the Southern Gothic genre; Awol Erizku: Mystic Parallax, a reimagining of African American and African visual culture; and Best in Show: Pets in Contemporary Photography from the Fotografiska Museum in NYC.

Learn more about the exhibits HERE.

Development

Walmart Prepares To Unveil First Amenity Building On New Campus

Walmart recently announced the Walton Family Whole Health & Fitness will open on the new home office campus on Jan 12 — the first of several employee amenity buildings set to open at the new headquarters.

• In The Club: Membership eligibility extends to all part-time, full-time, and temporary Walmart and Sam’s Club employees in Northwest Arkansas, including long-term associates meeting specific criteria.

• Whole Health: The 360,000ft² facility was designed with members’ whole health in mind, including an indoor pool, fitness areas with weights, studios for yoga and other classes, a meditation garden, tennis and pickleball courts, hydromassages and cryotherapy, and much more.

Take a virtual tour of the fitness center HERE.

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Witness The Timeless Story Of Les Misérables At Walton Arts Center

Surprise your loved one this Christmas with tickets to one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history, Les Misérables — kicking off the new year at Walton Arts Center for eight performances Jan 2-7. 

• I Dreamed a Dream: Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, Les Misérables tells a gripping story of broken dreams, passion, sacrifice, and redemption – a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. 

• One Day More: For the longtime fan in need of a reminder of this show’s powerful message or for the newest generation of theatergoers who have yet to see it, all are sure to enjoy the epic and uplifting story of Les Misérables and its iconic score of classic songs like “I Dreamed a Dream,” “Do You Hear The People Sing?,” “On My Own,” and many more. 

Tickets start at $75 and can be purchased HERE.

Outdoors

Natural State Initiative Shares Plans To Grow Arkansas’s Outdoor Recreation Economy

The Natural State Initiative has announced its inaugural set of recommendations to boost outdoor recreation and grow the state's outdoor economy.

• Naturally: The Natural State Initiative is a 17-member advisory council chaired by Arkansas's First Gentleman Bryan Sanders, with a mission to enhance Arkansas’s outdoor economy by coordinating with state agencies, promoting tourism, and fostering economic growth in the state's outdoor sector.

• Get Outside: The council's first set of recommendations includes investing in Arkansas State Parks, establishing the state as a year-round tourism destination, boosting the outdoor economy, educating Arkansans on the benefits of an outdoor economy, promoting careers in outdoor sectors, providing greater support to those in the outdoor economy, growing the Arkansas Delta Recreation Economy, and utilizing mobile technology to fuel the outdoor economy.

Find a fuller description of each recommendation HERE.

NWA Daily Picks

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• 🚂 Choo Choo: Take photos with Santa on Santa’s Engine, compete for presents at the Gift Grab Game, and enjoy snacks at the Dining Car as the Sam’s Merry Express makes a stop at the Bentonville Sam’s Club on Wednesday, Dec 20, from 2-7p.

• 🏫 Getting Schooled: A $44m renovation is underway at Oakdale Middle School in Rogers, including a new gym, cafeteria, and other upgrades. Construction will begin in the summer of 2024.

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