Walton Arts Center’s History Boxes by local artist Kathy Thompson have returned to the Joy Pratt Markham Gallery in an exhibition titled Memories Worth Sharing.

Originally commissioned for the nonprofit organization’s 20th anniversary in 2012, the exhibition consists of 20 mixed-media assemblages that commemorate Walton Arts Center’s impact since it opened. Each box uses the power of found objects to convey a sense of time, place, self and community, all focused around the mission and history of Walton Arts Center.

Memories are worth sharing, and patrons can add theirs to the collection. From now until December 1, patrons can donate a small object that symbolizes the impact that a performing arts or visual arts experience at Walton Arts Center has had on their life. Objects should be placed in the receptacle in the Joy Pratt Markham Gallery or left with the box office if the gallery is closed.

Thompson will create the newest box from a selection of the donated materials. This newest History Box celebrating collaboration and community memories will be on display December 10-31.

Walton Arts Center was created when the community of Northwest Arkansas rallied around a vision and worked collaboratively for the good of the region. Since its opening in 1992, each person who has walked through the doors has added their experience, laughter, energy and memories to the collective space of Walton Arts Center. The Memories Worth Sharing exhibition explores Walton Arts Center memories through the lens of foundations, programming, giving back, experience and art forms.

Memories Worth Sharing

Joy Pratt Markham Gallery at Walton Arts Center

Joy Pratt Markham Gallery is open Monday through Friday from noon until 2 pm and one hour prior to most performances. Tours may be scheduled by calling 479.571.2766.