Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Are you looking for fun activities during your visit to an Arkansas State Park? Our park interpreters routinely schedule fun, family-friendly programs that are designed to help you have a more meaningful park experience and make memories of a lifetime. We offer more than 50,000 activities each year, including guided hikes, lake tours on park boats, birding adventures, kayak tours, living history demonstrations, nature games, historic site tours, bald eagle watches, spring wildflower walks, campfires, outdoor skills workshops, A.D.E.-accredited teacher professional development, and much more — there’s something going on all the time.
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The dates, details, and admission prices in this calendar of events were submitted to the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism and are accurate to the best of our knowledge. We recommend that you check with local sponsors before making a trip to any event.
Saturday, May 11, 2024
/ 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
This is a great class to start your journey into the art of felting. In this beginner level class, you'll learn the basics of dry needle felting and wet felting. You'll make your own unique mushroom…
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
/ 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Learn to make a beautiful sterling silver and gold filled wire bracelet. You can choose either style of fine wire wrapping pictured above. All materials are provided. Tools are also furnished but if…
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 | Thursday, May 16, 2024 | Friday, May 17, 2024
Learn various techniques to create stunning hand-pulled prints, no press necessary! Your instructor will demonstrate printmaking techniques and processes designed to be utilized without a press. We…
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
/ 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Learn to make a beautiful sterling silver wire wrapped pendant. All materials are provided. Tools are also furnished but if you have your own feel free to bring them. This class requires some hand…
Saturday, May 18, 2024
/ 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
The Arkansas River creates many recreational opportunities for us to enjoy. Join Lake Dardanelle State Park staff for O.W.L.S. (Outdoor Women Learning Skills). This program series is designed to give…
Saturday, May 18, 2024
/ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Have you ever wondered how lace is made? Join park staff to learn how lace was commonly made at home during the 19th century! Participants will learn how to tat lace and leave with their own tatting…
Saturday, May 18, 2024
/ 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Join the park smiths at the forge for a hands-on class
covering the basic operations of blacksmithing. Participants will make simple
art objects and more functional objects with the beauty that only…
Saturday, May 18, 2024 | Sunday, May 19, 2024
Make your own lion head child's quilt top. Beginners are welcome. Quilt kits available separately. Students must bring sewing machine and sewing supplies.
You will be emailed a supply list after…
Sunday, May 19, 2024
/ 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Join the park smiths at the forge for a hands-on class
covering the basic operations of blacksmithing. Participants will make simple
art objects and more functional objects with the beauty that only…
Saturday, May 25, 2024
/ 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Our local cemeteries are important parts of our community
history. Learn how to properly care and clean tombstones with the park curator.
The workshop will cover the basics of tombstone care and…
Saturday, May 25, 2024
/ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
In this class, you will learn the old fashioned technique of string quilting. You will use various fabric pieces sewn together into a patchwork design of your choice. Students will leave this…
Saturday, May 25, 2024
/ 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.
People have been fishing at Lake Chicot for hundreds of years, join Park Interpreter Brandi to learn about the different methods used throughout time for recreation and survival. Then test your skills…
Sunday, May 26, 2024
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Learning about our ancestors can give us a glimpse into their lives and legacy. Join us as the park staff shares different research methods to trace Civil War soldiers and their families.…
Saturday, June 01, 2024
/ 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
An evening at Historic Washington State Park gives you a
chance to indulge your imagination. Light your candle lanterns and accompany an
interpretive guide through selected sites in Washington that…
Sunday, June 02, 2024
/ 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Cast your cares away at Lake Frierson State Park with this fishing 101 class. Join park interpreters to learn the basics of fishing including bait selection, casting, catching, and food prep. No…
Saturday, June 15, 2024
/ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
This half day class will explore a handful of herbal teas for the needs of the coming season and how to prepare them for the best results. Bring your curiosity and see how this simple way of using…
Heart Healthy
Saturday, June 15, 2024
/ 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Join us at Historic Washington State Park’s Candle Shop and
be part of a hands-on experience making candles and learning the history of
candle making. Not only will you make your own creations, but…
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
/ 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Learn to make a beautiful sterling silver and gold filled wire bracelet. You can choose either style of fine wire wrapping pictured above. All materials are provided. Tools are also furnished but if…
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
/ 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Learn the basics of creating functional mugs, bowls, vases, and other pottery using an electric potter's wheel. This one-day workshop is a compressed version of our three-day class. We will cover…
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
/ 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Learn to make a beautiful sterling silver wire wrapped pendant. All materials are provided. Tools are also furnished but if you have your own feel free to bring them. This class requires some hand…