CALICO ROCK MUSEUM & VISITOR CENTER
Monday-Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
105 Main Street * Calico Rock, Arkansas
Free Admission
Monday-Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
105 Main Street * Calico Rock, Arkansas
Free Admission
The Nook is a perfect location to gather for baby and wedding showers, memorials, family reunions, group meetings, corporate retreats, birthday parties, or just gather with friends.
The Nook offers a space that provides comfort with class and elegance. The Nook is available for a 6-hour reservation from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
The Nook offers a convenient location for your gathering. A catering kitchen, restrooms, tables and chairs are included in the $50 service fee for a 6-hour reservation. No deposit is required. The door will be AUTOMATICALLY unlocked during your reservation period, so you don't need a code to enter the building or to try to remember. We've made it easy to host your event.
84 Peppersauce Alley
Calico Rock, Arkansas
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You are invited to the GRAND OPENING of the Calico Rock Museum & Visitor Center on Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. This is Rodeo Weekend and the Rodeo Parade will be on Main Street at 11:00 a.m. So, it will be a great day to come watch the parade, shop the street and grab some lunch, then join us to dedicate and officially open the museum. A reception will follow with punch and cookies prepared by the Printing Press Cafe!
We will have a short ceremony to dedicate the museum, E.C. Rodman Atrium presented by First National Bank of Izard County, the Barbara Rota Gallery, the Glenda Kankey Small Gallery, the Matthews Family Pioneers Gallery, the Ben Sanders Discovery Center, and the Sue McCluskey Birth of the Ozarks Gallery during this time. Join us as we set aside these spaces to future generations in honor of these amazing friends and supporters of the museum.
As we prepare for this big event, we want to add your family's pioneer photos to the Pioneers gallery. We need good photos that can be scanned by Friday, May 30 to give us time to get them ready and hung on the gallery wall. The best photos are ones that clearly show a person's face. They can be couples. The pictures can be professional shots or candid photos. You can bring them by the museum in an envelope with your name, address, and phone number on the envelope.
We will see you on June 14.
The Calico Rock Museum & Visitor Center showcases the rich heritage of our community. Explore exhibits that highlight the unique stories and historical artifacts of Calico Rock. The unique thing about the Calico Rock Museum is that guests literally walk into our history with immersive exhibits from the deck of the Ozark Queen steamboat, the General Store, or entering a wikihut built by Shawnee along the river.
The Ben Sanders Discovery Center features exhibits where guests explore why Calico Rock became a natural spot for development and how the people survived in this rugged, yet beautiful, landscape.
The Windgate Art Center, E.C. Rodman Atrium, and Tomlinson Art Center feature over 300 works of art from locals to world famous artists like Alice Neel, Dale Chihuly, and Andy Warhol.
A Recent Visitor from Chicago
Executive Director
870-916-2230
Serving as a welcoming ambassador for our community, Bambi brings a lifetime of experience as a law firm manager, marketing specialist, and nonprofit volunteer coordinator in serving our community. Her mission is to bring our community together, grow our local economy, and share the stories of our people.
Guest Experiences Coordinator
870-297-6100
With a warm smile and a heart for service, Loretta brings a wealth of experience, artistry, and professionalism to our team. As a former business owner and artisan herself, she brings not only a deep understanding of retail operations but also a meaningful connection to the creative community we serve.
The Calico Rock Community Foundation provides essential services and resources for our community. We help those who are in need, support our local businesses, welcome visitors, and preserve our community's rich heritage and culture. The Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) tax exempt organization so gifts to the Foundation are tax deductible.
Steven D. Mitchell
Chairman
Stephen Hicks
Vice Chairman
Jonathon Moss
Trustee
Olivia Bennett-Bear
Trustee
Dr. Paul Sugg
Trustee
Misty Pannell
Trustee
Dr. Freda Hardison
Trustee
Gayle Cooper
Trustee
Mayor Greg Hamby
Trustee
Trustees Emeritus
Reed M. Perryman
Ronnie Guthrie
Jill Easton
Wayne Wood
Dr. Ed Stephen
We love our customers, so feel free to visit during normal business hours.
Mon | 10:00 am – 04:00 pm | |
Tue | 10:00 am – 04:00 pm | |
Wed | 10:00 am – 04:00 pm | |
Thu | 10:00 am – 04:00 pm | |
Fri | 10:00 am – 04:00 pm | |
Sat | 10:00 am – 04:00 pm | |
Sun | Closed |
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