Monthly Archives: June 2012

QQA Preservation Conversations Tonight

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The Quapaw Quarter Association’s monthly Preservation Conversation continues tonight.

This month’s topic is “The Why and How of Working with the Historic District Commission and Capitol Zoning District Commission.” The discussion will by led by Brian Minyard of the City of Little Rock and Boyd Maher of the Capitol Zoning District Commission.

The program takes place this evening at Curran Hall, 615 East Capitol Avenue. From 5 to 5:30 a reception will take place. The program will run from 5:30 to 6:30. At 6:30 participants are encouraged to keep the conversation going at Lulav Eatery, which will offer a 25% discount to those who attend Preservation Conversations.

The Quapaw Quarter Association’s mission is to promote the preservation of Little Rock’s architectural heritage through advocacy, marketing and education. Incorporated in 1968, the QQA grew out of an effort to identify and protect significant historic structures in Little Rock during the urban renewal projects of the early 1960s. Throughout its existence, the QQA has been a driving force behind historic preservation in Greater Little Rock.

Architeaser – June 18

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Friday’s Architeaser was the Great Seal of the State of Arkansas which is emblazoned on the front of the Old State House Museum. It was selected since Friday was Arkansas’ 176th birthday.

Here is today’s Architeaser.

Sculpture Vulture: First Tee of Little Rock

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Since the US Open concludes today, today’s featured sculpture is of a young boy playing golf. This sculpture sits in front of the clubhouse at the First Tee of Little Rock facility. It was unveiled in 2001 at the dedication ceremony for First Tee. President George HW Bush and Arnold Palmer were present along with Jackson T. Stephens and his son Warren Stephens.

Over the past eleven years, thousands of boys and girls have walked past this sculpture as they learn not only the game of golf but also the life skills that golf teaches. In May 2011, President George W Bush spoke at a ceremony commemorating the tenth anniversary of the First Tee of Little Rock.

Museum of Discovery Summer Fun Extravaganza

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As people begin to start the summer season, the Museum of Discovery wraps up its Summer Fun Extravaganza event Today. Visitors will learn the science behind some of the most popular summertime activities.

As museum-goers arrive, they will be greeted by an extensive shell and coral display. The experience will continue in each of the three science galleries as specific exhibits will be featured to show how they relate to the summer season. Discovery cart demonstrations will be presented throughout the day relating to the ocean, like why one can hear its waves in a seashell. Also, sunblock protection will be emphasized as ultraviolet rays and their harmful effects will be examined.

Additional programming will focus on the science of air pressure as a pvc pipe ball launcher will serve as a make-shift water squirter, and a marshmallow shooter. There will even be a few surprises with bubbles.

“Summer is in a word – fun!” smiled Nan Selz, executive director for the museum. “Whether it’s boating on one of Arkansas’s beautiful lakes, spending time at the pool, or heading to the beach, we like to soak up as much fun as we can in a few short months. But our favorite past times can teach us a lot about science,” she added.

Discovery Cart Demonstrations:
10 am; 12 pm; 2 pm; 4 pm

Discovery Court Programs:
11 am; 1 pm; 3 pm

On Sunday at the museum, Dads will get in free for Father’s Day.

Arkansas Statehood Celebration – Saturday

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Tomorrow, the Old State House and Historic Arkansas Museum will present a salute to Arkansas’ statehood. These two museums of the Department of Arkansas Heritage will offer a glimpse of what life was like during the 1836 Presidential election, the first one after Arkansas became a state.

Visitors will have the chance to experience the politics, entertainment and commerce of the period. From 9am to 12 noon the program will be at Historic Arkansas Museum. At noon, participants will parade from the Historic Arkansas Museum to the Old State House waving flags and banners for the presidential candidate of their choice. The program will continue at the Old State House until 5:30pm.

There is no admission charge. Visitors will also be able to cast votes in a mock election.

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Architeaser June 15

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Yesterday’s Architeaser was one of the American flags being flown outside the Tipton Hurst main store. Since yesterday was Flag Day, it was appropriate to highlight one of the few non-government buildings which displays the flag. Today is Arkansas 176th birthday, so it is also appropriate to note that Tipton Hurst is one of the oldest businesses in the state.

In honor of Arkansas’ birthday, here is today’s Architeaser.

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Architeaser – June 14

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Yesterday’s Architeaser was a cast iron shutter dog in the shape of a bunch of grapes. It can be found on 3rd Street on the campus of Historic Arkansas Museum. Other structures on that campus have shutter dogs in the shape of stars, this building is the only one with the shape of grapes. Histories Arkansas Museum is a museum of the Department of Arkansas Heritage.

Since today is Flag Day, here is today’s Architeaser.

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