A unique piece of public art, the "Tornado Town" sculpture, has been installed at Ozark Beer Company, 109 N. Arkansas Ave, Rogers. The work honors the resilience and humor of the Rogers community following the devastating Memorial Day weekend tornadoes.

This extraordinary 9-foot-high, 500-pound sculpture was constructed using debris salvaged from the storm, including 475 trampoline springs contributed by community members. The springs, a poignant symbol of recovery, have been meticulously transformed to represent a swirling tornado, which looms over a small, detailed town built from storm debris. The installation includes a replica of Rogers' water tower, a church, and houses, all symbolizing the spirit of those affected by the tornado.

The Downtown Rogers Art on the Bricks Art Walk on September 12, 2024, promises a unique blend of art and real estate opportunity in the Rogers Commercial Historic District. From 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., the event will showcase the work of local artists and musicians in various downtown businesses while highlighting two historic properties available for purchase. This occasion is a prime chance for developers, investors, and entrepreneurs to explore potential business spaces within a vibrant cultural setting.

Arkansas Public Theatre (APT) is gearing up for its 39th season, and the organization is inviting you to become a sponsor to help continue its tradition of exceptional live performances. Season sponsors play a crucial role in supporting the theater's mission.

March brings an exciting fusion of creativity as crochet and art collide during Art on the Bricks' celebration of National Crochet Month and Youth Art Month, 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 14. This vibrant event showcases the intersection of traditional craftsmanship with contemporary artistic expression, highlighting the diverse talents of local artisans and makers, both young and old.

Art on the Bricks invites the community to immerse themselves in a rich tapestry of crochet artistry, where intricate stitches and vibrant colors come together to form stunning works of art. From delicate jewelry to whimsical amigurumi creatures, visitors will have the opportunity to marvel at the intricacy and ingenuity of crochet creations. Patrons will also experience the fancy footwork of Rince Academy of Irish Dance and see the art of 8th grade art students from Greer Lingle Middle School. 

Join us for the November Art on the Bricks Art Walk as we bring Creative Innovation to Downtown Rogers. The monthly event takes place the 2nd Thursday of each month. We invite you to visit any of the participating locations from 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Thursday, November 9 in locations throughout Downtown Rogers. This month, Art on the Bricks Art Walk is featuring Upcycled Art with Eloa Jane Pereira, Melissa Milton, JBug Art, Jim Sawyer, Tom Flynn, Aaron Jones, Carrie Haase, and Amy Terry at Rogers Experimental House, 121 W Walnut Street, Rogers, AR. 

Keep America Beautiful celebrates America Recycles Day the week after the Art Walk, so we are getting a jump on it! November 15 is a holiday dedicated to spreading the word about the importance of recycling and making sure everyone knows what can and can not be recycled. 

• America Recycles Day 2023 has chosen the theme, "Creative Innovation" to encourage people to think out of the box and find new ways to reduce, reuse and recycle. 
• In line with the Creative Innovation theme, we are taking trash to treasure with upcycled art during the November Art on the Brick Art Walk.
• See how area artists are focusing on making the world a better place to live in for all the generations to come.

Downtown Rogers is kicking off National Hispanic Heritage Month with enthusiasm. As the population in northwest Arkansas becomes more diverse, Art on the Bricks strives to represent all members of our community, along with their cultures and their art.

• National Hispanic Heritage Month is September 15 – October 15 and it is significant in Rogers. Fifty-one percent of the population in Rogers is non-white or people of color, and the largest segment of this group is made up of people of Hispanic descent.
• The September Art on the Bricks Art Walk provides an opportunity to connect with and learn about the culture, the art, the music and traditions of our Latino neighbors and friends.

Northwest Arkansas foodies will be excited to welcome a new, culturally authentic, Southeast Asian restaurant opening TODAY in The District - Downtown Rogers, 106 W. Elm Street, Suite 102. House 1830, is opening in the newly renovated building on the Southwest corner of S 1^st Street and W Elm Street. This new eatery is bringing a throwback-to-tradition kind of dining experience to Northwest Arkansas. They offer dishes from Vietnam, Laos, and Thailand. Their featured items bring forward all of the amazing dishes that are found overseas and in SE Asian Homes in the U.S. but not often found on menus.

For the past thirty seven years, Arkansas Public Theatre (APT), a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, has served as a community-based organization that believes performing arts are an essential part of a healthy community and vibrant economy. Arkansas Public Theatre at The Victory Theater presents high caliber productions with volunteer actors, directors, designers and technicians from our region.

The organization is thankful for season ticket holders, donors, partners, and ticket holders. This continued support is vital to the existence of APT. Their future promises greater community development and initiatives, while maintaining their productions’ relevancy in keeping our community alive and inspired. 

The month of May is National Pet Month and what better time to highlight our dog friendly Downtown Rogers than with a doggy themed Art on the Bricks Art Walk. The monthly event is a program of The Rogers Lowell Chamber, welcomes the community to shop with artists and pet related businesses and non-profits to participate in “Barks on the Bricks,” 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 11, 2023.

April 7 is recognized as National Beer Day in the U.S., and April 6 is known as New Beer's Eve. Why, you ask? April 7 is the anniversary of the end of Prohibition in the United States. Those who frequent Downtown Rogers restaurants and bars don't need a special day to enjoy locally the popular beverage that has been made for over 5,000 years. But it is a great reason for us to shine the spotlight and help you get acquainted with one of the founders and co-owners of Ozark Beer Company, Lacie Bray.  

April is National Recycling Month and Earth Day is April 22. The April Downtown Rogers Art on the Bricks Art Walk is the perfect time to highlight art that is based on restoration and reuse. We are excited to share the works of than a dozen artists who created art that comes from items that are recycled or repurposed. We are also showcasing the works of dozens of other artists who bring beauty as well as socially and culturally significant messages to the community through art.

Art on the Bricks Art Walk is Thursday, April 13, 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. in locations throughout Downtown Rogers.

Opening in the fall of 2022, Ember Fine Art and Tattoo is a tattoo studio that aims to blend the worlds of fine art and body art and is owned by Andrea White. While the studio can house up to 9 artists there are currently 4 artists that each provide different styles of work that create a well rounded portfolio and atmosphere of work. The studio features local fine art from NWA artists that also resides in the waiting area and hopes to change the narrative around tattoo studios.

Hawk Moth Brewery & Beer Parlor, the Downtown Rogers nano brewery and tap room, announced they are leaving Downtown Rogers. Company founder, Bradley Riggs, shared the company is shifting its business model to wholesale production and distribution only, and expanding into a larger location that will allow double the current production capacity. 

Downtown Rogers event venue, Brick & Mortar, has partnered with media production company, Arli Media, to host their first-ever SNAPS NWA. This curated pop-up event offers patrons an interactive experience where they capture selfies in themed booths designed by regional artists and creatives. Timed tickets are available for the event taking place Thursday, February 2 through Sunday 5, 2023 at Brick & Mortar on Union Block, 120 W Walnut. The Downtown Rogers interactive experience is sponsored by Rogers Art on the Bricks, a program of Rogers Lowell Chamber. 

As Valentines Day approaches, the pop-up event theme is aptly named "All You Need is Love," and features the creative work of five regional artists representing a range of styles and art mediums. Artists include Maryanne Stewart, Kylie Meador, Shelley Mouber, Shelby Nichols, and Ryan Freeman Burchfield.

During the bleak weeks in winter where darkness exceeds daylight, many people suffer from anxiety and depressive disorders commonly known as The Winter Blues. Some find the winter blues can be alleviated through artificial light, making up for a shortness in daylight. Thursday, January 12, 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., a ray of light will be found through collaboration students and faculty of the Arkansas Arts Academy and other visual and performance artists during Downtown Rogers Art on the Bricks Art Walk.

Downtown Rogers has earned the reputation of supporting the creative community and is home to dozens of businesses that offer locally made products and interactive experiences as part of the creative economy. The 2nd Thursday of every month, artists, craftsmen, and musicians, partner with downtown merchants to provide an opportunity to explore businesses and meet the artists in pop-up galleries. Participating locations and artists change from month to month, and art experiences consistently provide new and interesting opportunities for the public to connect with their third space and support the creative economy.

Rogers Short Film Festival Promotes November 17^th Networking at Ozark Beer Company

Elizabeth McCurdy and Barry Cobbs, co-directors and founders of Rogers Short Film Festival, are setting the stage for another opportunity to present short, independent films from across the U.S. and beyond.  But their energy and enthusiasm is bubbling over so they decided to convene filmmakers and supporters at a mixer from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Thursday, November 17^th at Ozark Beer Company, 109 N Arkansas Street, Rogers, AR.

Maryanne Stewart has always excelled at dreaming big, but executing those dreams did not come easily. "If you knew me before I started this journey, you would know I was the most timid and nervous person there ever was," she explained. You wouldn't know it today as she exudes energy and enthusiasm for helping clients and making beautiful furniture. 

Growing up, Stewart loved everything about design, from architecture to home decor. She knew early on, one day she would end up doing something in the design field. She founded Modest Method to provide design services and beautiful spaces to people who couldn't afford extravagant upgrades. Then, COVID happened, and things shifted a bit. She decided to focus more on furniture and curated pieces than spaces, and continue to offer affordable products through her process and products.

The third annual Rogers Short Film Festival invites filmmakers of all ages to compete in categories based on experience and budget. The event provides an opportunity for creatives from across the country and internationally to convene in Downtown Rogers to meet one another, network, and have a platform for their films. Short films, with a run time of 30 minutes or less, are juried into the festival and screened at the historic Victory Theater. The event dates are March 3 – 5, 2023, Categories include: K-12 Student, Postsecondary Student, Amateur, and Professional. Film submissions and sponsorship opportunities are open now. 

In early 2020 Vania and Mark Greco began making candles as a hobby. However, it wasn't long before Vania was inspired to start a business even though--or perhaps, because--the pandemic was in full swing. The young entrepreneurs began selling their products in pop-up shops and farmers markets throughout Northwest Arkansas. The popularity of their products continued to grow, and they made the decision to open the storefront at at 112 N 3^rd Street in Downtown Rogers. 

David and Holly King decided to pursue an adventure in jewelry design and repair in NW Arkansas in late 2019.  As a self-taught jeweler with a background in mechanics and metalsmithing, David began to build a business model to help solve the perception that owning custom jewelry is only for the affluent. “Custom jewelry should be available for anyone wanting to express their personality or style without an inflated price tag,” explained Holly. The couple designs each individual piece with the customer in mind using their skills and talent to make each piece unique. With the help of Computer Aided Design (CAD) and international sourcing of gemstones and diamonds, the Kings strive to offer a relaxed, stress-free shopping experience where beautiful, custom jewelry is affordable.

Brick & Mortar is hosting a new exhibition with an artist reception offered during the June 9 Art on the Bricks Art Walk. Found Unbounded, a Multisensory Art Exhibition, explores the relationship between art and our senses.

ANA Gallery Found a Home in Downtown Rogers

Northwest Arkansas is rich in artistic talent and the Artists of Northwest Arkansas (ANA) is proud of its mission to sponsor, encourage, assist, and promote enjoyment and understanding of the visual arts in the region. For over 30 years the ANA has offered a welcoming and inclusive place for artists of all kinds to showcase their work, learn new skills, and be part of the growing art scene in Northwest Arkansas and the surrounding area.