Founded in 2017 in the hometown of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and the Momentary, OZ Art NWA elevates the regional arts scene by amplifying the work of local arts organizations and sharing a growing Collection on view in surprising public places throughout Bentonville and beyond. The Collection includes works spanning a variety of media and forms, including murals, outdoor installations, sculptures, paintings, and drawings, that celebrate contemporary voices speaking to issues such as diversity, gender equality, and racial equity. Exploration is a way of life in Bentonville and Northwest Arkansas. OZ Art NWA advances the experience by incorporating beautiful and inspiring art into everyday life across the region, and celebrating the diversity of art around us.
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125 W Central Ave
Bentonville, Arkansas 72712, US
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Prepped and ready for our mural installation. Can't wait to share the unique art piece that will be on our building. #mottobentonville #mottobyhilton #bentonville #art
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Looking for the perfect sky-high view? Take a cruise up Ledger ramps to the 6th floor and soak in the sensational sights of Downtown Bentonville. Pure bliss! The ramps are open to the public! Feel free to ride your bike or take a walk!
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JUST ANNOUNCED: Crystal Bridges, The Momentary, and mental-health pioneer Jewel are launching a new Wellness Festival. Slated for a four-day run, the event will be a celebration of art, nature, food, and community, across our whole campus. From May 2 to May 5, we will host a range of workshops, meditation sessions, sound baths, and culinary events. In addition, we'll host discussions featuring advocates like Arianna Huffington, Tonya Lewis Lee, Alice Walton, and more. The event will align with the opening of "The Portal: An Art Experience by Jewel," exploring the profound connection between creative expression and personal health. Read more here: https://bit.ly/49oDZSi
So wonderful to work again with Alexis Diaz and JUSTKIDS.ART!
Unveiling the Majestic! Our latest collaboration with Puerto Rican artist Alexis Diaz has found its new home in Bentonville, Arkansas. Located in new private space of the growing city and standing at an impressive 42 feet, this stunning mural was meticulously crafted with millions of china ink brush strokes in just 3 weeks by Alexis and his team. A true statement piece! Curated by JUSTKIDS.ART courtesy of OZ Art NWA™ #artexperience #artconsulting #architectureandart #architectureanddesign
We are thrilled to announce the addition of Carlyn Wilder as our new Associate Curator at OZ Art NWA. Carlyn comes with more than 10 years of experience in contemporary art, culture, and arts administration across the museum and gallery field. Their eye for emerging talent and a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion in the field of contemporary art makes them an exciting addition to our team. As the Associate Curator for OZ Art NWA, Carlyn will play a pivotal role in the interpretation and communication of the of the stories of the collection. They will also be central in building upon our community partnerships and strengthening relationships with artists in the region. Prior to joining the OZ Art NWA team, Carlyn was the Manager of Exhibitions at the Baltimore Museum of Art, where they also were a member of the Contemporary department, serving on the curatorial teams of major international exhibitions such as The Culture: Hip Hop and Contemporary Art in the 21st Century (2023-2025) and the Joan Mitchell retrospective (2022-2023). They also served as co-founder, director, and curator of Terrault Gallery, a contemporary arts space in Baltimore, Maryland, that showcased traditionally underrepresented emerging artists and artwork. Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Carlyn! 📍 /meta_material by Anne Vieux curated by JUSTKIDS.ART, courtesy of OZ Art NWA (Bentonville, Arkansas)