University of Arkansas Visitor Guide 2024-25 - Flipbook - Page 44
Walton Arts Center
Known for its commitment to the arts, the
Walton Arts Center, located just minutes from
campus, is the premier place to experience
theater in Northwest Arkansas. It is the only
authorized seller of Arkansas Music Pavilion
(AMP) and Broadway Series tickets. Purchase
tickets online or stop by in person and enjoy
the free visual arts gallery while you are there.
Photo Credit: Arkansas Tourism
waltonartscenter.org
Arkansas Air and Military Museum
Follow the colorful history of aviation in Arkansas
and American military conflicts through numerous
displays of artifacts and aviation memorabilia.
The historic aircraft in the museum are unusual
among museum exhibits because many of them
still fly. Static displays range from the golden age of
aviation to the jet age, including Vietnam-era Army
helicopters and a Navy carrier fighter.
arkansasairandmilitary.com
Photo Credit: Arkansas Air & Military Museum
Joe Martin Stage Race
The Joe Martin Stage Race began as the
Fayetteville Spring Classic in 1978. Joe Martin
served as the race director until 1988 when
he was stricken with cancer. Upon his death
in 1989, the race was renamed in his honor.
Since then, the race has grown into one of
the top UCI, Pro Road Tour (PRT) and amateur
stage races in the nation. The amateur race is
the oldest stage race in the United States.
joemartinstagerace.com
Photo Credit: Tom Ewart/NWA Photo
Photo Credit: Arkansas Tourism
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Lights of the Ozarks
Each year, from mid-November to the New Year,
500,000 LED holiday lights shine bright on the
Fayetteville downtown square. Lights of the Ozarks
is kicked off on lighting night, where community
members are encouraged to come see the lights
switch on and watch the holiday parade. Come and
enjoy winter treats, hot cocoa, and visit Santa Claus
before the lights are turned off for the season.
