Week of Events
Our Ozarks Photo Contest
For details: ShilohMuseum.org/photo-contest-2026/ Celebrate America 250 by capturing everyday life in the Arkansas Ozarks. The Shiloh Museum of Ozark History invites photographers to enter Our Ozarks, a digital photography contest featuring images taken from January 1, 2020, to the present. The contest runs January 1–March 1, 2026, and is open to individuals age 16 and older who live or have lived in Benton, Boone, Carroll, Madison, Newton, or Washington counties. Participants may submit up to three original photographs. Prizes will be awarded to the top three entries, and four photos from each county will be featured in an exhibit during Shiloh’s America 250 celebration in July 2026. Details, rules, and submission information are available by clicking here.
Building History: Museum Closed
The Shiloh Museum of Ozark History is undergoing an exciting physical transformation. To accommodate this work, the museum’s main building will be closed to the public from February 5 to March 17, 2026. During the renovation period, the historic 1871 Shiloh Meeting Hall will be open on select dates, giving visitors a special opportunity to explore this landmark and its exhibits. Dates and times will be announced soon. As the nation prepares to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, Shiloh is investing in improvements that will enhance the visitor experience, including increased accessibility, updated restrooms, a remodeled reception area, new carpeting, and more. These renovations build on recent milestones, including a new logo, redesigned website, a searchable collections database, and refreshed programming. Visitors are also invited to look ahead to Shiloh’s major America 250 celebration coming in July. Stay tuned for details as we continue building history together!
Sunday, February 15, 2026
No events on this day.
Monday, February 16, 2026
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February 16, 2026 -Lifewriters
Lifewriters
The Lifewriters meet to read and discuss their various autobiographical stories. New writers are always welcome! The group meets from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the first and third Monday of the month, and the fifth Monday when applicable, at either the General Store or Meeting Room. All meeting dates, times, and locations are tentative and subject to change.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
No events on this day.
Thursday, February 19, 2026
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February 19, 2026 -Northwest Arkansas Master Naturalists Book Club
Northwest Arkansas Master Naturalists Book Club
Northwest Arkansas Master Naturalists Book Club meet to discuss aspects of the natural world from 6 to 8 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month, except in December, in the General Store. All meeting dates, times, and locations are tentative and subject to change.
Friday, February 20, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, February 21, 2026
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February 21, 2026 -Embroiderers Guild
Embroiderers Guild
The mission of The Embroiderers’ Guild of America (EGA) is to inspire passion for the needle arts through education and the celebration of its heritage. The group meets from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on the third Saturday of the month in the Shiloh Meeting Hall building. All meeting dates, times, and locations are tentative and subject to change. Please click the link for up-to-the-date information: https://bellavistaega.org/
