Ride the Train from Van Buren to Winslow

A scenic tour through the Ozark Boston Mountains. Burrow through the quarter mile Winslow tunnel and over a trestle that towers over 125 ft above the ground with views for miles. Corporate & Private Charters, Fundraisers, Gift Certificates, and Group rates. For more information call 1-479-725-4017 or 1-800-687-8600 or visit http://www.amtrainrides.com.

“The Gentleman Outlaw” Royal Wade Kimes Concert

A note from Royal Wade himself. "Hi. I am excited about this train ride and solo concert. Over the years I have learned not to take for granted what I have, not possession wise, but what is around me. The mountains, friends, fans, freedom, and family. The Boston Mountains are in my blood. I love […]

Diary of a Worm, a Spider, and a Fly

Insects rule in the diaries of unlikely best friends: Worm, Spider and Fly. Worm eats his homework, Fly believes she has superpowers, and Spider can't wait to grow up and molt. Promoting eco-consciousness, earth science and tolerance of others, DIARY OF A WORM, A SPIDER, & A FLY is a joyful, hip musical exploration of […]

Flor de Toloache

Latin Grammy Nominees Mariachi Flor de Toloache make New York City history as its’ First and Only All­-Women Mariachi Group. Founded in 2008, Mariachi Flor de Toloache is lead by singers Mireya I. Ramos (founder) & Shae Fiol (founding member). Reminiscent of the early days of mariachi the group started as a trio, Harp, Violin […]

Jingle and Mingle on Main St. Christmas Festival

Come enjoy Old Town Christmas charm at Historic Main Street’s Jingle & Mingle Holiday Market and Open House. The day will include horse drawn carriage rides, photo ops with Santa and for families, hot cocoa, carolers, a new twist on our tradition of living windows, and door prizes! The unique shops of Main Street will […]

Ingrid

Tickets are on sale now to watch the documentary "Ingrid". The show will be October 30 at the King Opera House and will conclude with a talk back session with Ingrid and the film director. Come learn about this amazing artist and support CAE.  Tickets can be purchased here.

UAFS Drennen-Scott Holiday Open House

Enjoy a Victorian Christmas.  Friday, November 30 between 5:30 and 8:30 pm for the UAFS Drennen-Scott Historic Site Victorian Holiday Open House. We will have live Christmas music, a children's arts and craft project, holiday treats, egg nog, wassail, and plenty of holiday decorations and cheer!Parking is available on site and a shuttle bus will run […]

The Western District at the King Opera House

On May 8th, 1871 the Western District Court of Arkansas was moved from Van Buren to the location famously known as Fort Smith’s “Hole in the Wall” saloon, a site that is today occupied by the restaurant, 21 West End. In only fourteen months and twenty days it becomes the most corrupt courthouse in the […]