10 Sep 2023 Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts is new home forfamily art and activities in the 501

The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts (AMFA) opened the doors of its new location in April with a stunning 133,000 square foot campus nestled in Little Rock’s beautiful MacArthur Park. The museum is committed to creating an inclusive cultural space for the community to engage with diverse artistic perspectives through its permanent collections, compelling temporary exhibitions, live theatre, and enriching art courses.

Every Saturday in September, AMFA is offering a free, hands-on art making class perfect for the whole family to enjoy. Each week the art making activity is different, so new inspiration can be found for unique art pieces.

The AMFA concert series features musical guests from multiple genres including jazz, soul, indie folk and more. Thursday, September 14 at 7:30, enjoy a performance of the musical collaboration that brings together the soulful vocals of Don Bryant with the funk powerhouse sound of The Bo-Keys. The Memphis Music Hall of Fame singer and songwriter’s biggest chart-topping hit came from working with Ann Peebles on I Can’t Stand the Rain (1973).  

Beginning on September 30th, AMFA’s Children’s Theatre brings to the stage “Leonardo! A Wonderful Show about a Terrible Monster”. Hundreds of illustrated paper puppets, furry monster puppets, live actors and songs bring the Mo Willems’ book to life. This fun colorful play is a delight.   

During any visit to AMFA, be sure to enjoy Park Grill’s newly launched brunch menu, relax with a coffee in the Cultural Living Room, take a tour of the art galleries, or have fun playing with Flurffy, AMFA’s puppet-in-residence. The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts is a place where your whole family can discover and experience art together. Learn more about all activities and events offered at arkmfa.org.