Tourism / Heritage

Arkansas Tourism Ticker: Hospitality Sector Sets Records In First Half Of 2015

Halfway through the year, Arkansas’ tourism and hospitality industries are on a record-setting pace.

Pendergraft Family Donates $1 Million To The U.S. Marshals Museum

Donnie Pendergraft and her family have donated $1 million to the U.S. Marshals Museum in honor of her late husband, Ross. The money will help build the Ross Pendergraft “Why…

Arkansas Celebrates Techtober In October

What do you do when you have a month jammed so full of tech based events they they overflow into the months before and after? You decide to highlight the…

It’s That Time Of Year: Beatlemania Hits Northeast Arkansas

The Fab Four from Liverpool – who made a trip through Northeast Arkansas more than 50 years ago – were big fans of the music from the region. The author of a new book on The Beatles will be in Arkansas to share his insider knowledge.

New Guided Parking System Unveiled At Clinton National Airport

The stress of driving up and down aisles at the airport parking garage looking for a spot just got a little lower. The Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport showed…

Crystal Bridges Acquires Maya Angelou Art Piece

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art recently acquired Maya’s Quilt of Life, 1989, (acrylic on canvas and painted, dyed and pieced fabrics) by Faith Ringgold, from the art collection of…

Harry Thomason, ‘Million Dollar Baby’ Inspiration On Hand For Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival

Organizers for the Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival, scheduled for October 9-18, announced high profile guests who will be participating. A decade ago, boxer Katie Dallam was the inspiration for…

Westphal Family Completes Transfer Of Land To U.S. Marshals Museum

The U.S. Marshals Museum today announced the Robbie Westphal family has completed the transfer of 16.3 acres of Fort Smith riverfront property to the museum. The property is nearly 10…

Crystal Bridges Welcomes Two Million Visitors, Unveils October Programs

Officials with Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art announced that it has welcomed more than two million visitors since opening in November 2011.

Renovated Robinson Auditorium To Host Phantom Of The Opera

When a nearly $70 million renovation of Little Rock’s historic Robinson Center Music Hall is complete late next year, the venue will be able to host any touring Broadway production – including one of the greatest.

$900,000 Grant Adds Land to Longview Saline Natural Area

The Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission was recently awarded a $901,791 Recovery Land Acquisition grant from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to acquire land adjacent to the Saline River. The…

Crystal Bridges Adds Five New Art Pieces Debuting In September

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art announced several new acquisitions that it hopes will add to the breadth of the museum’s collection. The new art pieces include: James McNeill Whistler,…

Rex Nelson: The Big Business Of College Football

The number of schools fielding teams continues to grow as the sport’s popularity – and revenues – keep on expanding.

More Cars And Pets In Arkansas Welcome Centers

More vehicles with more people in them are stopping at the Arkansas Welcome Centers, according to internal research presented to the State Parks, Recreation and Travel Commission.

Tailgating Tips

With the start of September in Arkansas that can only mean one thing. Football season is here! On Saturday, September 12th, the Arkansas Razorbacks take on Toledo in Little Rock…

Pump Prices Across State Dive Well Below $2 Mark

Gas prices have dipped well below the $2 mark in most areas of state. How long might these low prices stick around? Longer than you think.

Public Invited To Watch Esperanza Diamond Cutting, Live Stream Available

Beginning Wednesday, September 9-12, the public is invited to watch internationally acclaimed master diamond cutter Mike Botha cut the now famous 8.52-carat “Esperanza” diamond. The stone was found earlier this…

Former Razorback Football Standout Turns Foodie

From Talk Business & Politics content partner, KATV News: Eddie Jackson made the biggest play of his career as a Razorback at War Memorial Stadium. Now, he’s back in town for a reason…

Arts Council Searching For 2016 Arkansas Living Treasure

The Arkansas Arts Council is seeking nominations for the 2016 Arkansas Living Treasure award. The Arkansas Living Treasure program annually recognizes an Arkansas artist who excels in the creation of…