Calico Rock Museum & Visitor Center
Classes & Events
Create, explore, and connect. From adult painting sessions to summer art camps for kids — there’s something for everyone at the museum.
Community Classes
Health, Safety & Caregiver
Practical workshops for caregivers, professionals, families, and community members. These classes are designed to build confidence, safety skills, and local support.
Certification Training
CPR / BLS Training
Learn essential life-saving skills in this Basic Life Support CPR training led by instructor Crystal Rush. This hands-on class is designed to build confidence in recognizing emergencies, performing high-quality CPR, and responding quickly when it matters most.
🕐 July 20th 1:00 PM -5:00 PM
📍 Calico Rock Museum Art Studio
$45
Per person - All supplies included
Community Training
Dementia Training 101
A practical introductory class for anyone who wants to better understand dementia, communication strategies, and supportive care basics. This training is designed to build confidence and local support for families and caregivers in our community.
🕐 July 8th 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 The Nook
Free
Art Studio
Art Studio Class Offerings
No experience needed — just a willingness to create. Our Art Studio classes are led by local artisans and skilled instructors, offering something for every interest. All supplies are included unless otherwise noted.
Painting With Panache
A relaxed, guided 2-hour painting experience for adults. Held once a month on a Tuesday morning. Perfect for date nights, girls’ outings, or anyone who’s always wanted to try painting.
per person · all supplies included
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Painting With Panache
Unwind after a day on the river with a guided evening painting session. Held once a month on a Tuesday evening. Perfect for date nights, girls’ outings, or anyone who’s always wanted to try painting.
per person · all supplies included
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Watercolor Workshop
An ongoing monthly class where the same students return each month to build their skills. Sessions begin with theory and brush exercises, then move into painting — all supplies provided. Paintings may carry over into the following month’s class, so the focus stays on learning at your own pace, not rushing to finish.
per person · all supplies included
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Sewing Workshop
A community sewing workshop open to all skill levels. Bring your own project or learn the basics from our experienced volunteers. A wonderful way to connect with neighbors.
no registration required
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Call us at 870-297-6100 to be put on the waitlist.
Free Community Venue
Book The Nook
A versatile, beautifully appointed space inside the museum — offered free of charge to the community for workshops, team gatherings, birthday parties, and small events. A flat $100 cleaning & administration fee covers the cost of preparing and resetting the space for the next guest.
The Space Is Free
Exclusive use of The Nook from 8 am to 8 pm — 12 uninterrupted hours for your workshop, party, meeting, or community event. The space itself is provided at no cost.
- Free exclusive use for your entire group
- Holds 50 people comfortably
- AV equipment available on request
- Kitchenette access included
- Inside the Calico Rock Museum campus
- Private, secure space
Interested in hosting a workshop or special event? Contact us to discuss custom arrangements.