The Arkansas Arts Center
Find the ideal backdrop for your next private event, celebration, professional meeting, or social gathering at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. From outdoor sculptures to the main galleries, AMFA offers your guests a memorable setting among a renowned, international art collection. With exceptional catering and attentive service, AMFA affords endless opportunities for elegant, tailor-made events.
Located in Little Rock, AR, the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts is a modern architectural treasure and a unique venue for your wedding. With breathtaking windows providing boundless natural light and an attentive on-site team, AMFA is an elegant choice for any celebration.
The rental fee includes oversight by the AMFA Special Events Manager, janitorial services, a one-time setup and breakdown of AMFA-owned equipment, use of event tables and chairs*, and use of audio and visual equipment in select rooms. These items and services are included with the 6-hour rental period.
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This second-floor space has soaring floor-to-ceiling glass walls that overlook the Courtyard Entrance, the Museum’s original 1937 façade, and the newly landscaped Crescent Lawn. As an added benefit, the Cultural Living Room is adjacent to the Harriet and Warren Stephens Galleries, which may also be reserved for your event.
The light-filled Atrium is the center of the new AMFA. This two-story space connects guests to the Governor Winthrop Rockefeller Lecture Hall, Performing Arts Theater, Museum Store, Harriet and Warren Stephens Galleries, and other key areas of the Museum. Additionally, the Atrium is close to parking with easy access for guests.
With historic MacArthur Park as its backdrop, the Event Lawn is open and inviting. This outdoor space is framed by gently curved walking paths, beautifully landscaped native plants and trees, and sculptures.
The Museum’s north entrance features an open-air Courtyard with a prominent view of AMFA’s original 1937 façade. Guests can access the Museum’s ample free parking from Crescent Drive, also creating the perfect place for valet service.
This light-filled, multipurpose space features glass walls 18 feet high with both interior Museum and exterior park entrances. The private terrace connects the interior space to the outdoor landscaped grounds, providing additional room for guests.
With the latest technology and networking capabilities, the Performing Arts Theater is a distinguished venue for high-profile presentations or lectures. The Performing Arts Theater can also host a variety of customized events and offers the unique option to have a seated dinner or reception on stage.
This fully carpeted space features excellent acoustics, creating an optimal arrangement for professional presentations, lectures, and guest speakers with full audio and visual capabilities.
This well-appointed room features custom walnut paneling, built-in audio and visual capabilities, meeting tables, and chairs with access to an attached
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Danyelle Warner 5.0
9/01/25
From reception to our self guided tour of the museum, we felt welcome and enjoyed our visit very much! Security officers were kind and were watchful but polite. So many of the exhibits are unique and thought provoking. The cafe on the 2nd level...
is so light, bright and peaceful with relevant books and comfortable seating to enjoy a cup of ☕. Highly reccomend; especially for families with older children who enjoy history and art!
Mary B 5.0
8/02/25
🎨✨ The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts – where architecture and emotion become one.
This museum is absolutely breathtaking. The building itself is a true work of art — so elegant, modern, and full of light. Honestly, I didn’t want to leave. It f...
eels like the kind of place you could live in forever.
The atmosphere inside is so peaceful and inspiring. I want to give a special mention to the staff — they look incredibly polished and professional, and the service was impeccable. Every detail made the experience even more pleasant.
I found so much joy just being there — especially from an aesthetic point of view. Every corner feels thoughtfully designed, and it truly elevates your spirit.
I highly recommend visiting the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. Explore the exhibitions, soak in the beauty, grab a cup of coffee, and read a book while looking through those stunning floor-to-ceiling glass walls. ☕📚🪟
This place isn’t just about art. It’s about feeling alive.
Bridget Phelps 5.0
12/28/25
The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts is a rare gem where the art is so captivating I actually forgot to take pictures. It was a refreshing change of pace to be fully present and enjoy the collection without a screen in the way.
While the museum is ...
intimate in size, it is incredibly dense with talent. I was particularly impressed by the strong representation of Arkansan artists, which gives the galleries a deep sense of local pride and identity.
The experience was made even better by the incredibly helpful and polite staff who make the space feel welcoming from the moment you walk in. If you’re looking for a sophisticated, high-quality museum experience that doesn't feel overwhelming, this is it.
Shannon Newerth-Henson 5.0
11/26/25
This review is long overdue! I visited the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts in August 2024. My husband's brother and his wife live in Little Rock! We were looking for something to do and decided to visit the museum. It was well worth it! We happene...
d to go during the Arkansas Cinema Society's Filmland. It was bustling! We didn't participate in any of the programming, but had we had known about it in advance we may have! The museum itself is beautiful. It has a very great atmosphere! The team members that we did come in contact with were friendly and helpful. We probably spent 2 hours at the museum looking at all the art. I included a few photos! Thank you, Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts!!
Edward Klein 4.0
1/19/26
A nice free resource for the residents and visitors of Little Rock. A nice variety of art styles from many points in history, though the majority are from the 20th and 21st century.
The museum building itself is a nice piece of art itself insi...
de and there are spaces where you can sit for some quiet relaxation.
Definitely worth spending some time if you are in town.
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