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Each weekday
King Biscuit Time
12:15 p.m.
- 12:45 p.m.
DCC Visitors Center
141 Cherry Street
Helena-West Helena, Helena-West Helena
http://www.deltaculturalcenter.com
“King Biscuit Time,” the nation’s longest-running blues radio program, is hosted each weekday at the DCC Visitor’s Center by “Sunshine” Sonny Payne, from 12:15 to 12:45 p.m.
Admission is free; the public is welcome to attend.
“Delta Sounds,” hosted by DCC Assistant Director Terry Buckalew and Payne, is broadcast each Friday at 1 to 1:30 p.m.
Gallery hours at the DCC Visitors Center at 141 Cherry Street and the nearby DCC Depot at 95 Missouri Street are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays.
For more information, interested persons can contact the Delta Cultural Center at (870) 338-4350 or toll free at (800) 358-0972, visit the DCC online at www.deltaculturalcenter.com, or email info@deltaculturalcenter.com.
Permanent Exhibit
We Walk in Two Worlds: The Caddo, Osage and Quapaw in Arkansas
Historic Arkansas Museum, Little Rock
www.HistoricArkansas.org
historicarkansas@arkansasheritage.org
Learn the story of Arkansas's first people, in their own words. Those words and more than 150 objects tell teh history of the Caddo, Osage and Quapaw--their arrival, their lives here, their forced removal and how their traditions continue today.
May 1, 2009 through January 31, 2010
Guns in Arkansas History
Historic Arkansas Museum, Little Rock
www.HistoricArkansas.org
historicarkansas@arkansasheritage.org
This exhibit examines the history of firearms in Arkansas, from settlement to the twentieth century. On exhibit is a diverse range of guns from early muskets to a Gatling gun. Learn more about their makers, as well - Arkansas gunsmiths and renowned gun manufacturers.
5/1/2009
- 12/12/2009
- Heritage Event
Exploring the Natural Trail
School grounds, Arkadelphia
Admission: Free
Contact:
Wanda Quinn
Phone: 870-246-2260
Year-round invitation to the public to enjoy a stroll along the LEP nature trail.
July 23, 2009 through February 14, 2010
A Whimsy of Treasures: From the Collection of Jim Gatling
Historic Arkansas Museum, Little Rock
www.HistoricArkansas.org
historicarkansas@arkansasheritage.org
Jim Gatling is a man with a passion for preserving and creating beauty, and teaching art appreciation to his students in the Morrilton schools. He sees art in every wooden spool, every button, every necktie, and every bit of lace and bauble bought for pennies at flea markets.
His main collection is needlepoint and petit point and includes framed pictures, bell pulls, benches, stools and about 100 purses.
August 20 through November 18, 2009
Freedom in Dreams
Historic Arkansas Museum, Little Rock
www.HistoricArkansas.org
Free opening reception on September 11, 5 - 8 pm, in conjunction with downtown Little Rock's 2nd Friday Art Night
Eric Freeman explores mediums that lend themselves to a quick, instinctual approach, where freedom is paramount and surprises abound. Kim Garner’s art represents his passion, mental toughness, and personal belief in being an agent for change. As he writes: I want my work to be alive, to have energy, and above all not be boring.
Friday, September 25-Saturday, November 28, 2009
Works by George Hunt: Conjurating the Blues
Delta Cultural Center Visitors Center
141 Cherry Street, Helena-West Helena
http://www.deltaculturalcenter.com
An exhibition of works by Memphis-based artist George Hunt comes to the DCC.
Hunt is well-known for his tribute to the Little Rock Nine, "America Cares," which was featured on a 2005 U.S. postal stamp, an for his annual posters for Memphis in May's Beale Street Music Festival..
Hunt will present a special gallery talk at the DCC Visitors Center on Friday, October 9, at 2:30 p.m. in conjunction with the Arkansas Blues and Heritage Festival. Admission is free to the exhibit and to Hunt’s presentation.
Galley hours at the DCC Visitors Center are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. Admission is free; the public is encouraged to attend all DCC events.
For more information, interested persons can call (800) 358-0972.
Tuesday, October 6-Tuesday. December 1, 2009
Blues Heritage Youth Art Exhibition
Delta Cultural Center Depot
95 Missouri Street, Helena-West Helena
http://www.deltaculturalcenter.com
The DCC presents the artwork of Arkansas and Mississippi students of the Delta who participated in the annual Blues Heritage Art Competition.
A special awards reption will be held on Tuesday, October 6, beginning at 6 p.m. Winners of the three categories -- elementary, middle school, and high school -- will be recognized and presented with cash awards sponsored by Pillow Clinic of Helena-West Helena.
Galley hours at the DCC Depot are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. Admission is free; the public is encouraged to attend all DCC events.
For more information, interested persons can call (800) 358-0972.
Sunday, November 1, 2009–Monday, January 4, 2010
Digital Shorts Webcast Competition
Little Rock
http://www.ARDigitalShorts.com
Participants can enter original, short, non-fiction video or audio
webcasts about Arkansas history. The competition will feature
two age categories for entrants: students in grades 5–12 and adults
(college and up). Awards will be presented and entries will be
featured at a special event on February 4. Prizes include myspace
page-building services provided by Aristotle Interactive and cash awards. Official rules and entry forms are available at
www.ARDigitalShorts.com.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Annual Supper
5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Little Rock
http://www.oldstatehouseassociates.com
Each fall, the Old State House Museum Associates host an Annual Supper, the most highly anticipated event of the year. This event, held in the historic 1885 House of Representatives Chamber on the second floor of the Old State House, features speakers of historical, political or regional importance. This year, an informal program entitled "From Searcy to the Governor's Mansion” will be presented by Governor Mike Beebe and first lady Ginger Beebe. The governor’s Chief of Staff, Moril Harriman, will serve as the moderator for the evening’s presentation. A Southern supper of native Arkansas foods will be served following the program. Admission is $100 per person. Corporate tables are available for $1,500 for this lively event. To purchase tickets to this year’s Annual Supper, or for more information, call Sammye Johnston at (501) 664-1879.
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