Mark Your Calendar - Arts & The Park- April 28 - May 7, 2023

Breaking News

What began as one mural has Hot Springs celebrating the addition of FIVE new murals that have been created over the past few weeks. International artists have partnered with local artists as well as some very talented high school art students to create these new murals, beautiful new additions to downtown Hot Springs. The wave Read More ...

Calls for Artists

Check back frequently for new calls for artists, workshops and opportunities. Upcoming Workshops Sculpture Workshop with Bre Harris Join sculptor Bre Harris for a day class of sculpting on Saturday, June 18, 10-4 at Whittington Gallery and studios. She will be teaching various techniques and is sure to make the class fun. All materials Read More ...

Arts & The Park 2022

Another ten-day spring festival is in the books! The 2022 event was held April 29th through May 8th with indoor, outdoor, in-person, and virtual offerings. The theme for the festival, “Creative Roots”, drew inspiration from artists’ own cultural roots and traditions OR our state’s collective cultural heritage. Arts & The Park is hosted each year by Read More ...

Disfarmer Exhibit

The Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance in collaboration with Visit Hot Springs is sponsoring Disfarmer, a photography exhibit of the work of Mike Disfarmer in the main concourse of the Hot Springs Convention Center as a part of Arts & The Park. The exhibit is free and will remain on display throughout the summer of Read More ...

Art Moves 2022

Art Moves: Creative Roots An outdoor art exhibit installed along the Hot Springs Creek Greenway Trail. Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance, the City of Hot Springs Art Advisory Committee and Hot Springs Parks and Trails collectively produce the annual Art Moves outdoor exhibition which is made up of paintings, drawings, and/or photographs reproduced onto metal Read More ...

The Music Scene

In addition to some great local venues to enjoy bands and performers, Hot Springs has a number of non-profit arts organizations that produce multiple music events each year. So, whether you enjoy classical or folk, opera or blues, there’s something for you. Arkansas Highlands Folk Project The Arkansas Highlands Folk Project (AHFP) is a collaboration Read More ...

Fine Art Galleries

Be sure to visit the local fine art galleries in Downtown Hot Springs Art Galleries. Participating galleries include: American Art Gallery 724 Central Ave. 501-624-0550 americanartgalleryandgifts.com Exhibiting art by local, regional, and national artists. Two floors, over 4,000 sq. ft. of fine art. Gallery II: Thomas Kinkade Showcase Gallery. Hours: Mon. – Read More ...

Poetry

Hot Springs has been hosting Wednesday Night Poetry every Wednesday evening since it began on February 1, 1989. It is thought to be the longest continuously-running poetry event in the country. The weekly event is held from 6:30 – 9 p.m. at Kollective Coffee+Tea at 110 Central Avenue in downtown Hot Springs. From mid-March 2020 Read More ...

Arts Directory

Listing of Artists, Galleries & Arts Organizations in the Greater Hot Springs Area Make sure you can be found, register today! Search the Directory

Volunteer

Blast into the Arts by helping us with the 2023 Arts & The Park Festival!!! Click button below during March/April, 2023 to sign-up to volunteer at Arts & The Park Events. For year-round volunteering, fill out form below. If you appreciate the arts and are interested in helping the Hot Springs arts community grow – then Read More ...

Public Art

Hot Springs is home to a growing collection of notable public art. From murals celebrating Hot Springs’ rich history, attractions, and culture, to its sculpture garden, permanent and temporary exhibits at the Hot Springs’ Convention Center, and more, the spa city serves as a stunning backdrop for creative expression. Hot Springs Convention Center and Bank Read More ...

Gallery Walk

It’s summertime in Spa City, and that means it’s time to show off those pedicures at Gallery Walk! Held the first Friday of every month since 1989 in scenic and historic downtown Hot Springs, Gallery Walk features the opening of new art exhibitions showcased in the downtown fine art galleries and studio spaces. From Read More ...

Who We Are

The Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to celebrate, advocate, and promote the Arts and Culture of Hot Springs, Arkansas.

The culmination of HSACA’s efforts are celebrated each spring with Arts & The Park. The Alliance additionally hosts quarterly networking meetings for area arts organizations to encourage communication and collaboration. HSACA also promotes local events hosted by individual area artists, galleries, and arts organizations to spread the word about the myriad forms of art created and shared within our community. The Alliance is comprised of area artists, art organizations, and arts supporters with a desire to see the Hot Springs Arts community continue to grow and thrive.