Downtown Mountain View will become a celebration of Arkansas creativity, craftsmanship and live music as the Arkansas Craft School presents its 3rd Annual Art Walk Around the Square on Friday and Saturday, November 13–14, 2026.
The Mountain View Arkansas Art Walk runs from 10 AM to 4 PM each day in downtown Mountain View, Stone County, bringing together local and regional artists, downtown merchants, musicians and families for a weekend celebrating the arts.
Visitors can stroll around the historic courthouse square, meet talented artists, shop for handmade artwork, enjoy live musical performances and watch skilled craftspeople demonstrate their work.
The event is organized by the Arkansas Craft School in partnership with local artists and downtown businesses, with the goal of supporting the creative arts and encouraging visitors to explore Mountain View’s shops and galleries.
Artist Demonstrations
The Art Walk will feature demonstrations highlighting traditional and contemporary arts, including weaving, ceramics, woodturning, glass beadmaking, blacksmithing, painting and chainsaw sculpture. Visitors will have opportunities to watch artists at work and learn more about the techniques behind their creations.
Featured artists and demonstrations include:
- Chiquita Reddoch — Weaving and fiber art, showcasing traditional textile techniques
- Gordon Bull — Ceramics, with a look at how pottery and other handcrafted clay pieces are made
- Keith Kyle — Woodturning, transforming pieces of wood into decorative and functional creations
- Sage Holland — Glass beadmaking, creating colorful handmade glass pieces
- Scott Riedy — Blacksmithing, shaping metal through traditional forging techniques
- Loretta Babak — Painting and artistic expression
- Randall “Termite” Head — Chainsaw sculpture, carving wood into artistic creations
The demonstrations give visitors an opportunity to appreciate the craftsmanship, skill and artistic traditions that are an important part of the Ozarks.
Live Music Schedule
Live music will be featured at the Arkansas Craft School throughout the afternoon both days.
Friday, November 13
- 11 AM–12 PM — Whoa Mule
- 12 PM–1 PM — Danny Dozier
- 1 PM–2 PM — Dave Smith
- 2 PM–3 PM — Ron Haynes
- 3 PM–4 PM — The Sparrows
Saturday, November 14
- 11 AM–12 PM — Tim Grothen
- 12 PM–1 PM — Gary Rounds
- 1 PM–2 PM — Unkle Dave & Ruthie
- 2 PM–3 PM — Apple & Setser
- 3 PM–4 PM — George Hulsey
Free Children’s Activities
Families are encouraged to bring their children to enjoy free youth activities on the courthouse lawn from 11 AM to 3:30 PM on Friday and Saturday.
The activities give younger visitors a chance to join the celebration of creativity while families enjoy the artwork, demonstrations, shopping and entertainment.
Supporting Local Artists and Businesses
The Arkansas Craft School’s annual Art Walk is designed to showcase the talents of established and emerging artists while supporting local businesses throughout downtown Mountain View. Participating shops and businesses will provide locations where artists can display their creations and meet visitors.
The event also offers shoppers a chance to discover handmade gifts and original artwork while supporting artists and small businesses in Stone County.
The Arkansas Craft School provides educational opportunities in traditional and contemporary crafts, including ceramics, woodworking, metalworking, fiber arts and glass. Organizers encourage residents and visitors throughout North Central Arkansas to visit downtown Mountain View and celebrate the region’s artistic heritage.
Event Details
- Event: 3rd Annual Art Walk Around the Square
- Presented by: Arkansas Craft School
- Dates: Friday, November 13, and Saturday, November 14, 2026
- Hours: 10 AM–4 PM each day
- Location: Historic Courthouse Square, downtown Mountain View, Stone County
- Free children’s activities: 11 AM–3:30 PM each day, courthouse lawn
- Live music: 11 AM–4 PM each day, Arkansas Craft School
- Arkansas Craft School: 101 North Peabody Avenue, Mountain View, Arkansas 72560
- Phone: 870-269-8397
- Website: arkansascraftschool.org
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