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.   

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.

Building Interest: The Federal Reserve Bank Building

Little Rock Branch Lobby [Photograph], . https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/archival/5182#527330, accessed on August 1, 2025.

Tour the former Federal Reserve Bank Building, now home to eStem Elementary with this Preservation Conversation. Speakers include architect John Greer and historian Dr. John Bacon! This special evening will explore the layered history of one of downtown Little Rock’s most striking civic buildings—from its days as a financial institution to its present role as a place of learning and community. The conversation will highlight the importance of adaptive reuse, the power of place, and the stories that emerge when preservation meets education. For some more information about the history of the Federal Reserve Bank in Little Rock, check here. The Federal Reserve Bank Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1986 as part of the Charles L. Thompson thematic nomination, which included many buildings designed by the well-known architect.

📆 Tuesday, October 28th

🕕 5:30-7:00 p.m.

📍 Federal Reserve Bank Building, E-Stem Elementary, 123 W 3rd Street

🎟️ RSVP: Register Here

2025 Annual Membership Meeting and Greater Little Rock Preservation Awards

Join the QQA at the Mosaic Templars Cultural Center for this year's Annual Meeting and Greater Little Rock Preservation Awards. We are honored to present this years Preservation Awards to a host of hardworking preservationists at work in the Greater Little Rock Area. 

📆Tuesday, November 4
🕕 5:30-7:30 PM 
📍 Mosaic Templars Cultural Center | 501 W 9th St, Little Rock, AR 72201
🎟️ Tickets: Register 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!