Arbor Day Celebration
Embrace nature and create lasting memories with us at the Campus Parking Plaza. Get creative by crafting tree-like sculptures inspired by Roxy Paine’s Yield, and enjoy tree-themed drinks and snacks available for purchase at the Plaza Cafe. Engage in hands-on activities and chat with local nature experts and community partners, including NWA Master Naturalists, Arkansas 4-H, the Ozark Chinquapin Foundation, George Imrie – Ozark Chinquapin Wood Carving Artist, Hobbs State Park, and the Amazeum.
While you’re here, be sure to participate in a drop-in tree care workshop led by the Arkansas Department of Agriculture, Forestry! Plus, don’t forget to take home a tree sapling from our giveaway between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. (while supplies last). Crystal Bridges members are invited to come by early and start picking up saplings at 12:30 p.m.
Free, no tickets required.

Arbor Day Evening Celebration | Ozark Chinquapin Conversation and Cocktails
APR 25, 6 – 9 PM | The Momentary
Need a little more nature in your weekend? Swing by the Momentary’s Fermentation Hall on Friday, April 25, and celebrate a cornerstone of the Ozark forests with cocktails and conversation.
Steve Bost, Founder of the Ozark Chinquapin Foundation, Steve Chyrchel, Interpretive Specialist at Hobbs State Park, and Samantha Best, Senior Manager of Outdoor Experience at Crystal Bridges will shed light on the fight to bring the Ozark Chinquapin tree back to its former glory in our region’s ecosystem. Tickets required.