A creative space for your events
4.7 992 reviews 501 E 9th St, Little Rock, AR 72202, USA
The Arkansas Arts Center provides a unique and creative environment for events, accommodating up to 200 guests. Located in MacArthur Park, it features beautiful galleries and outdoor spaces. Pricing ranges from $800 to $4,000 depending on the event specifics.
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The Arkansas Arts Center Cultural Center in 501 E 9th St, Little Rock, AR 72202, USA accommodates up to 200 guests, 4,000 sqft of usable space. $2,400 avg. price for typical events. Popular for Art Exhibitions, Weddings, Corporate Events. Amenities include Art galleries, Outdoor space, Catering services, Wi-Fi, AV equipment. Request a quote to check availability, packages, and date holds. The location offers convenient access for guests and vendors, with flexible layouts to suit seated dinners, cocktail receptions, and hybrid programs.
Main Venue Type
Cultural Center
Secondary Venue Types
GalleryEvent Space
Best for:
Art ExhibitionsWeddingsCorporate Events
Amenities
Art galleriesOutdoor spaceCatering servicesWi-FiAV equipment
Rating: 4.7/5 (992 Google reviews)
- 5.0/5:
This review is long overdue! I visited the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts in August 2024. My husband's brother and his wife live in Little Rock! We were looking for something to do and decided to visit the museum. It was well worth it! We happened to go during the Arkansas Cinema Society's Filmland. It was bustling! We didn't participate in any of the programming, but had we had known about it in advance we may have! The museum itself is beautiful. It has a very great atmosphere! The team members that we did come in contact with were friendly and helpful. We probably spent 2 hours at the museum looking at all the art. I included a few photos! Thank you, Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts!!
– Shannon Newerth-Henson
- 5.0/5:
🎨✨ The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts – where architecture and emotion become one.
This museum is absolutely breathtaking. The building itself is a true work of art — so elegant, modern, and full of light. Honestly, I didn’t want to leave. It feels like the kind of place you could live in forever.
The atmosphere inside is so peaceful and inspiring. I want to give a special mention to the staff — they look incredibly polished and professional, and the service was impeccable. Every detail made the experience even more pleasant.
I found so much joy just being there — especially from an aesthetic point of view. Every corner feels thoughtfully designed, and it truly elevates your spirit.
I highly recommend visiting the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. Explore the exhibitions, soak in the beauty, grab a cup of coffee, and read a book while looking through those stunning floor-to-ceiling glass walls. ☕📚🪟
This place isn’t just about art. It’s about feeling alive.
– Mary B
- 5.0/5:
We visited the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts on the evening of July 4th. While we're not exactly fine arts enthusiasts, I was drawn to the museum after seeing photos of its stunning architecture.
Admission is free, and you can pick up a map at the information desk. For kids, there’s a fun treasure hunt activity sheet, which turned out to be a great way to keep our son engaged. He and my wife enjoyed completing the activities together, and once they finished, he received a small gift from the museum store.
I took the opportunity to explore and capture the beauty of the museum’s exterior – the architecture is truly photo-worthy from every angle.
Parking was easily available, and the museum is well laid out across three floors, all accessible by elevator. Inside, you'll also find a fine dining restaurant, a cozy café, and a gift shop. Just outside, the adjacent park offers a peaceful escape from the city’s hustle and bustle.
We spent about an hour and a half there – a visit that was both refreshing and enriching.
– Mihir Shah
Photo credit(s): Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, Hope Henning, Sud & Max