Oddly enough, the new AMP is the second outdoor concert facility in the region to race against time in an effort to complete construction for a scheduled Willie Nelson concert in recent years.
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WAC board chair apologizes, pledges better communication, transparency
Walton Arts Center board chair Jeff Schomburger apologized to Fayetteville residents who “felt uninformed” about the decision to locate a permanent Arkansas Music Pavilion in Rogers, and pledged expanded efforts for improved future communication in a letter posted on the organization’s website Monday.
WAC board votes to move Arkansas Music Pavilion to Rogers
Members of the Walton Arts Center’s board of directors voted Tuesday to move the outdoor concert venue to undeveloped land across Interstate 540 from Pinnacle Hills Promenade in Rogers.
Walton Arts Center seeks reorganization, restructuring of governing board
With Walton Arts Center’s plans to construct two new venues in Benton County soon, the arts organization is seeking to restructure its governing board to reflect their more regional, multi-campus approach.
WAC board to consider moving Arkansas Music Pavilion to Rogers
The long-rumored move of the Arkansas Music Pavilion to Benton County could come to a head next week when members of the Walton Arts Center’s board gather to discuss moving the outdoor concert venue to Rogers.
Arkansas Music Pavilion approved for two more years at fairgrounds
The Fayetteville Planning Commission on Monday approved a permit to allow the Arkansas Music Pavilion to hold concerts at the Washington County Fairgrounds through 2014.
Bond proposal could fund arts center expansion, regional park and amphitheater
A plan to help the Walton Arts Center expand its Dickson Street facility has grown to include funding for a 200-acre regional park and a possible permanent home for the Arkansas Music Pavilion.
AMP seeks ‘flexibility’ to remain at fairgrounds through 2014
Officials requested an extension to allow the venue to hold concerts at the Washington County Fairgrounds through 2014.
A&P Commission: WAC should focus AMP site search on Fayetteville
Fayetteville Advertising and Promotion Commission members say they want to make sure the Walton Arts Center-owned Arkansas Music Pavilion stays in Fayetteville.
Arkansas Music Pavilion renews lease at Washington County Fairgrounds for 2013
Officials are still looking for a permanent home for the venue, but said it was critical to have a temporary location locked in to keep next year’s artist and sponsor opportunities in place.
Strong winds cause damage at Arkansas Music Pavilion
The tent structure above the stage was blown to the ground and several portable bathroom units were scattered across the lawn area.
PHOTOS: 2012 AMP season kicks off Thursday at new location
Arkansas Music Pavilion officials led a media tour Wednesday afternoon of the AMP’s new location at the Washington County Fairgrounds.
Walton Arts Center, UA officials discuss expansion study
Walton Arts Center expansion plans became a little more clear on Tuesday, after the results of an almost year-long study were presented to the board of directors at a meeting inside Nadine Baum Studios.
Arkansas Music Pavilion moving to Washington County Fairgrounds
The outdoor music venue, located in the Northwest Arkansas Mall parking lot for the last seven years, will move its tent and stage to the Washington County Fairgrounds for the 2012 season.
A&P Commission commits $500,000 to Arkansas Music Pavilion renovation
The Fayetteville Advertising and Promotions Commission voted Monday to commit $500,000 in reserves to help fund a renovation of the Walton Arts Center’s newly purchased Arkansas Music Pavilion (AMP).