The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts offers an inspiring array of visual, performing arts, and educational experiences. The Museum is committed to creating an inclusive cultural space for the community to engage with diverse artistic perspectives through the AMFA Foundation’s 14,000 object permanent collection, compelling temporary exhibitions, lively theatre, and enriching courses.

The mission of the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts is to create an inclusive cultural space that inspires and builds community through the visual and performing arts. Serving the state of Arkansas and beyond, AMFA provides enriching experiences in the arts for all. Let your creativity flourish through instruction in diverse media, find inspiration through innovative programming, and experience art in new ways at Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts.

The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts is home to the Windgate Art School, offering studio instruction in drawing, painting, ceramics, glass, metals, woodworking, and more. Instruction is available for students of all ages and skill levels, with daytime and evening classes offered quarterly, as well as short-term and specialty workshops.

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The Craft Village at the Ozark Folk Center State Park is a community of working artisans dedicated to showcasing the Ozark craft traditions of the past, present, and future.

Open from March through November, the village is a place where craftspeople focus on creating, demonstrating, and selling their unique handmade items. Visitors can witness the daily production of high-quality functional art, from pottery and knife making to wood carving and printing. This active working environment supports a rare level of artistic freedom, allowing artisans to earn a living directly from their talent and passion.

While the primary focus is on creation and sales, the village honors its original vision as a teaching center. Classes and apprenticeships are available for those with the aptitude and desire to learn these traditional skills. The Craft Village remains a supportive community that values hard work and welcomes all to experience and appreciate the beauty of Ozark craftsmanship.

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The School of Art and Design at UA Little Rock offers engaging and inspiring art instruction. Our art degrees in studio art, art history, and art education prepare students for fulfilling careers as professional artists, and for careers in museums, businesses, schools, and more

Our students have opportunities for research, internships, and mentorship, and many students experience the fulfillment of having their works on display in our ualr – galleries.

Our Mission Statement: The School of Art and Design cultivates artistic excellence, critical thinking, and holistic growth in our students as we train them in art and craft, focusing on process, materials, and contemporary practices. Our dynamic and diverse community is dedicated to fostering inclusion and encouraging interdisciplinary exploration as we benefit from and contribute to the cultural fabric of Little Rock and Arkansas.

Whether you’re a current student, thinking about applying for admission, or want to visit our art exhibits, we’d love to tell you more about Art and Design at UA Little Rock.

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The Book Arts Center of Arkansas is located within the UAFS Art and Design department. The center teaches classes in support of Studio Art and  Graphic Design, as well as workshops and studio support for book artists and regional practitioners.

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The University of Arkansas School of Art, housed in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences, offers undergraduate degrees and tuition-free graduate programs in Art Education, Art History, Graphic Design and Studio Art.

In 2017, the former Department of Art became the School of Art through a $120 million gift from the Walton Family Charitable Support Foundation. With additional support from the Windgate Foundation, the school established the Windgate Art and Design District, providing state-of-the-art facilities for all programs.

Dedicated to excellence in education, research, and service in the visual arts, the school maintains strong ties with Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, the Momentary, and other arts organizations. This includes the new Art History M.A. with a two-year residency at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art focused on the arts of the Americas and active Visiting Lecture Series.

Facilities span the main campus and the Windgate Art and Design District in south Fayetteville, uniting art, design, and education as a creative hub. The Fine Arts Center, designed by Edward Durell Stone, houses the school on campus, while the district features public galleries, studios, and collaborative spaces. A new Gallery and Foundations Building, now under construction, will expand galleries, labs, maker spaces, and the vital first-year Foundations program.

Discover more at art.uark.edu.

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