What We Do
Events
The QQA hosts a variety of events throughout the year. In addition to our free Preservation Conversations educational events, we also host the Summer Suppers series (dinner at historic properties), and the Tour of Homes (Mother’s day weekend). If you have questions about any of our events, please email qqa@quapaw.com or call 501-371-0075 ext. 3.
"Get to Know Your Neighborhood" QQA Pub Quizzes
Get your trivia team together and find out how much you know about where you live! Central Arkansas's oldest non-profit organization dedicated to historic preservation, the Quapaw Quarter Association, is travelling to local neighborhood bars with classic style Pub Trivia about your favorite neighborhoods.
November we will be highlighting the Hillcrest Historic District!
Preservation Conversations
These events focus on technical preservation and central Arkansas History. All Preservation Conversations are open to the public and free of charge, but RSVPs are highly suggested-some of our events have limited space. These events will start at 5:30 p.m. with refreshements, before moving into an hour program with the guest speaker of the night.
Preservation Conversations: F. Eugene Withrow design of the Gibson & Company’s Blue Star / Horizon Home in Little Rock
Join the QQA for a BONUS Preservation Conversation this year. We will be highlighting the work of F. Eugene Withrow and his work of the Gibson & Company’s Blue Star / Horizon Home in Little Rock. The building was constructed in 1964 by F. Eugene Withrow in the Wrightian style. The house featured an award-winning design in the Horizon Homes program. The property also served as a “Blue Star Home” to showcase modern gas appliances. This unique structure remains one of Little Rock’s most unique examples of mid-century residential architecture.
Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, November 3
Time: 5:30-7:00pm
Where: Gibson & Company's Blue Star and Horizon Home, 7012 Shamrock DriveLittle Rock, AR 72205
NOTE: There is parking along the street. For guests with mobility concerns, please be aware that the entrance to the house is up an inclined driveway, and there are stairs inside the home.
Registration: Free! Click Here
2026 Preservation Conversations made possible through support from Table Setters, Inc.
Summer Suppers
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A Seasonal Supper: Dinner with the Dead at the Historic Owens Funeral Home
Join the Quapaw Quarter Association for our next installment of our Summer Supper series, transitioning to the Seasonal Suppers. Built in 1928, the Owens Funeral Home has sat at the corner of Main and 5th in the Argenta Historic District of North Little Rock for almost 100 years. The Owens Funeral Home served the community until the business was sold in the late 1970s. The property then went through several owners, before it was purchased in the early 2000s by a group of businessmen who recognized the value of this historic building and invested in repairing and renovating the space to serve as offices. The 2nd floor apartments were also renovated to serve as living space once again. Mr. and Mrs. Hardin, part owners of the building, continue to live and work here, in the heart of downtown Argenta.
Dinner will be served family style, using local ingredients to create a tasteful, seasonal menu. Hand mixed cocktails will be served throughout the night, and the Funeral Home will be open to explore for the duration of the event.
Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, October 27
Time: 6:00pm
Where: Owens Funeral Home, 500 N Main Street, North Little Rock
Parking: there will be a parking lot off of 5th street specifically for this event.
Tickets: Purchase here!
Supporting members of the Quapaw Quarter Association receive a 10% disount on all pre-purchased tickets, as a way for us to say "thank you" for their support. Become a member today! More information available on our website here.
5H Club Meetings
History, Happy Hour, and Heavy hors d'oeuvres
These are member only events and typically limited to 25 guests. These are casual events that will focus on a specific topic, historic site, or collection of items. Meetings will start at 5:30 p.m. with a Happy Hour and selection of hors d'oeuvres before moving into a quick program for the night. 5H Club meetings are free to attend (with QQA Membership).
Keep an eye out here! There is another 5H coming up soon and we can't wait to share with you where it is! Make sure you are a QQA member so you receive the special invitation!
2026 Greater Little Rock Preservation Awards Ceremony and Annual Membership Meeting
Starting in 1980, the QQA has assessed and awarded preservation professionals, rehabilitation projects, preservation advocates, and other projects for their dedication to Greater Little Rock’s architectural and cultural history and investment in the future of Greater Little Rock through historic preservation.
Our Greater Little Rock Preservation Awards will be presented on Thursday, November 12th at Mosaic Templars Cultural Center. Awards ceremony takes place during the QQA Annual Membership meeting. While we do not require QQA membership for nomination or presentation of awards, we appreciate any support to continue our mission of promoting historic preservation across Greater Little Rock.
Thursday, November 12
5:30pm
Mosaic Templars Cultural Center,
501 W 9th St, Little Rock , AR 72201
Please contact qqa@quapaw.com with any questions
Contributions to the Quapaw Quarter Association (Tax ID 52-2192406) are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. No goods or services are exchanged for the charitable portion of your donation. Thank you for supporting preservation efforts across Greater Little Rock.