One of the leading cultural institutions in the state, the Arkansas Arts Center is located on the corner of 9th and Commerce streets in MacArthur Park, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA. The Arkansas Arts Center was founded in 1960, but the idea began in 1914, when the Fine Arts Club of Arkansas formed. The group included supporters and volunteers who contributed to the realization of the Museum of Fine Arts in 1937 located in Little Rock's MacArthur Park. The center features a permanent collection of various works of art along with occasional special exhibitions. Other parts of the center include a research library and rooms for several art education classes for a variety of age groups. The restaurant Best Impressions and gift shop are also located within the center. Many of the facilities such as the main atrium and the lecture hall can be rented for special events.
The museum is a member of the North American Reciprocal Museums program.
Read more about Arkansas Arts Center: Permanent Collection, Regular Shows, Children's Theater, Museum School, Gift Shop
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