Calendar of Events
February, 2012
1st Saturday Lecture Series: The Civil War in Arrow Rock - February 04, 2012
Michael Dickey, Arrow Rock State Historic Site Administrator, shares the story of Arrow Rock's role in the Civil War. | 10 a.m. | The First Saturday Lecture series, funded by a grant from NEH, is free and open to the public. | Arrow Rock State Historic Site Visitors Center
March, 2012
1st Saturday Lecture Series: Civil War Songs of the Western Border - March 03, 2012
Acclaimed folk musicians Cathy Barton and Dave Para will share, through words and music, Missouri's Civil War story. | 10 a.m. | The First Saturday Lecture series, funded by a grant from NEH, is free and open to the public. | Arrow Rock State Historic Site Visitors Center
April, 2012
1st Saturday Lecture Series: The Battle of Glasgow - April 07, 2012
Author and Missouri Department of Natural Resources historian James Denny presents a fascinating look at the impact of the Civil War on the Boonslick region of Missouri. | 10 a.m. | The First Saturday Lecture series, funded by a grant from NEH, is free and open to the public. | Arrow Rock State Historic Site Visitors' Center
Easter Parade & Egg Hunt - April 08, 2012
Celebrate the Easter holiday with us. Lots of activities planned, starting with the Make-Your-Own-Hat activity at noon, followed by our annual Easter parade with a special appearance by the Easter bunny at 2 p.m. Lots of prizes for the best bonnets. The fun continues after the parade with an Easter Egg hunt for the children. This is a free event. | On the Boardwalk
May, 2012
Spring Garden Show - May 12, 2012
Want to beautify your lawn and garden this year? You'll find inspiration galore at the 8th Annual Spring Garden Show, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dozens of vendors will be on hand to sell healthy, hardy plants and outdoor decor items. Plus, you'll find a wide array of gifts and other items you're going to love! Admission is free. Learn more at www.arrowrockarts.org/events | Old Schoolhouse (west end of Main Street)
LYCEUM SHOW: Nunsense Jamboree - May 31, 2012 through June 09, 2012
Go to LyceumTheatre.org for shows details and ticket information. | Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre
June, 2012
Black History Exhibit Opening - June 02, 2012
Details To Be Announced. | Brown's Lodge
Friends of Arrow Rock Annual Meeting - June 03, 2012
The Friends of Arrow Rock hosts its annual meeting. Details and ticket information to be announced. | J. Huston Tavern
Images of Arrow Rock: A Story Told Through Photographs - June 03, 2012
Author and Arrow Rock resident Sandy Selby shares images (and the stories behind them) from her newly released book: Images of America: Arrow Rock. | 2 p.m. | This event is free and open to the public. | Arrow Rock State Historic Site Visitors' Center
Wine Tasting at the J. Huston Tavern - June 09, 2012
Enjoy a selection of wines from the Baltimore Bend winery. Details to be announced soon. | J. Huston Tavern
LYCEUM SHOW: The Music Man - June 16, 2012 through June 27, 2012
Go to LyceumTheatre.org for shows details and ticket information. | Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre
July, 2012
4th of July Impromptu Parade - July 04, 2012
Everyone is welcome to join in the parade as we celebrate our nation's birthday. Gather at the Old Schoolhouse at 12:45. The parade begins at 1 p.m. This is a free event. | Along Main Street
LYCEUM SHOW: Camelot - July 05, 2012 through July 15, 2012
Go to LyceumTheatre.org for shows details and ticket information. | Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre
LYCEUM SHOW: Boeing-Boeing - July 21, 2012 through July 28, 2012
Go to LyceumTheatre.org for shows details and ticket information. | Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre
August, 2012
LYCEUM SHOW: Agatha Christie's Unexpected Guest - August 04, 2012 through August 11, 2012
Go to LyceumTheatre.org for shows details and ticket information. | Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre
LYCEUM SHOW: Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story - August 21, 2012 through August 31, 2012
Go to LyceumTheatre.org for shows details and ticket information. | Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre
September, 2012
LYCEUM SHOW: To Kill a Mockingbird - September 08, 2012 through September 15, 2012
Go to LyceumTheatre.org for shows details and ticket information. | Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre
Blues Fest - September 29, 2012
11 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Details to be announced soon. | J. Huston Tavern Lawn
October, 2012
43nd Annual Heritage Craft Festival - October 13, 2012 through October 14, 2012
10 a.m.-5 p.m. each day; Old-time worship service at 8:45 a.m. on Sunday in the historic Christian Church. $1 Festival admission benefits the arts programs of the Historic Arrow Rock Council. The 44th Annual Heritage Craft Festival will feature historical, lost-arts crafts demonstrated by artisans in period attire. Go to www.arrowrockarts.org/craftfest for more information. | Throughout the village
Spirits, Shadows & Secrets of Arrow Rock - October 26, 2012 through October 27, 2012
6 p.m. to midnight on your choice of either Friday, Oct. 26 or Saturday, Oct. 27. Arrow Rock's popular, eerily educational Halloween event returns for 2012 and features dinner at the J. Huston Tavern and a presentation from the T.A.P.S.-affiliated Sedalia Ghost Hunters, guided tours of the historic Sappington Cemetery and real-life, professionally led paranormal investigations at three locations in Arrow Rock. Get a dose of history along with a thrilling chill as you tour some important historic sites and watch real ghost hunters at work. Tickets go on sale Jan. 1, 2012. Go to the event website for details and to purchase tickets. Event attendance is limited to 40 per evening and tickets must be purchased in advance. Ticket sales will end on Oct. 20 (or sooner if event maximum is reached.) In 2011, Saturday evening tickets sold out six weeks prior to the event. | J. Huston Tavern & select village sites
November, 2012
Merchants' Open House - November 03, 2012 through November 04, 2012
Get a start on your holiday shopping at the Arrow Rock Merchants' Open House. You'll find great gifts, special bargains and some tasty treats! The fun begins when the stores open at 10 a.m. on Saturday, noon on Sunday. | On the boardwalk
LYCEUM SHOW: Smoke on the Mountain: Sanders Family Christmas - November 10, 2012 through November 18, 2012
Go to LyceumTheatre.org for shows details and ticket information. | Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre
Hanging of the Greens - November 17, 2012
Join us for caroling and the annual Hanging of the Greens along the Arrow Rock Boardwalk. Santa will make an appearance! | 1 p.m. | On the Boardwalk
