Each spring, the Center sponsors artists in residence through the Arkansas Arts Council, the Ben J. Altheimer Charitable Trust, and the Helen Claire Brooks Endowment for School Partnerships.

During an artist residency, an artist visits a school for one to four weeks. During the day, he/she spends one-hour blocks with classes, teaching students about his/her art form and using the arts to teach other subjects. Teachers at the school learn new and innovate techniques for accomodating various learning styles and incorporating the arts into their teaching. Students gain valuable exposure to various art forms and career paths. The experience builds their confidence and strengthens thinking skills. If you would like to host an artist in residence, please contact Elise Askew or call 870-536-3375 Ext. 15.


The school's cost for this program is $500. The remainder of the costs are paid for by the Arkansas Arts Council and our other sponsors.