Crystal Bridges Museum Opens Ozark Discovery Canopy in Bentonville, Arkansas, Supported by Philanthropic Foundations
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art has opened the Ozark Discovery Canopy, an all-ages play area located between its Campus Parking Plaza and the museum in Bentonville, Arkansas. The opening, celebrated by members of the Walton family, introduces a new attraction on the 134-acre Crystal Bridges Campus. The Ozark Discovery Canopy was developed in collaboration with the Scott Family Amazeum in Bentonville and received funding from several philanthropic organizations, including the Walton Family Foundation, Alice L. Walton Foundation, Kroenke Family Foundation, and the McMillon family. Rod Bigelow, executive director of Crystal Bridges, stated that the canopy aims to offer meaningful experiences that combine art, nature, learning, and connection for families and visitors. The new play area features a flowing water feature, a large rotating boulder, oversized hanging benches, a family-sized slide, climbing nets, and hands-on experiences like a fog room and whispering dishes. It also integrates art installat...
