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THE MOMENTARY
The Greatest Wildlife Photographs | November 22, 2025 – June 7, 2026
The Momentary visitors will witness some of the most surprising animal behavior in the new National Geographic exhibition, The Greatest Wildlife Photographs. The very best wildlife pictures from the pages of National Geographic Magazine have been chosen to be displayed in this exhibition. Curated by renowned nature picture editor, Kathy Moran, this exhibition is a celebratory look at wildlife with images taken by National Geographic’s most iconic photographers such as, Michael “Nick” Nichols, Steve Winter, Paul Nicklen, Beverly Joubert, David Doubilet and more. Showcasing the evolution of photography, the images convey how innovations such as camera traps, remote imaging, and underwater technology have granted photographers access to wildlife in their natural habitat. The Greatest Wildlife Photographs will remain open at the Momentary through June 7, 2026.
For 115 years, National Geographic has pioneered and championed the art of wildlife photography, and captivated generations of engaged audiences with a steady stream of extraordinary images of animals in nature. From the very first such image to appear – a white-tailed deer in 1903 – National Geographic Society’s publications have broken new ground and push the bar higher again and again, establishing an unmatched legacy of artistic, scientific, and technical achievement. These are the Greatest Wildlife Photographs.
The Greatest Wildlife Photographs is organized and traveled by the National Geographic Society.
The Machine Behind the Art: Inside JR’s Printing Press | May 24, 2025 – June 7, 2026
The Machine Behind the Art: Inside JR’s Printing Press is on display at the Momentary through June of 2026. The Machine Behind the Art is one of JR’s most extensive immersive and experiential works to date. After taking portraits in one of three individual photo booths, visitors enter the interior of an oversized, whirring printing press – turning their image into a tangible work of art while offering a glimpse into the creative process of JR. After the experience, visitors leave with their own, one-of-a-kind print.
Timed portrait tickets are $20 and include admission for up to three people, one oversized photo portrait, and digital copies of the photo. If visitors do not plan to take a portrait during their visit, no purchase is required to attend. Guests can reserve their timeslots online or with the Box Office at (479) 657-2335. The Machine Behind the Art is free for Momentary members, who receive two free photo prints per visit.
The Momentary’s 2025 exhibitions are supported in part by The Coca-Cola Company, Sue and Charles Redfield, and Deborah Wright.
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About the National Geographic Society
The National Geographic Society is a global nonprofit organization that uses the power of science, exploration, education, and storytelling to illuminate and protect the wonders of our world. Since 1888, National Geographic has pushed the boundaries of exploration, investing in bold people and transformative ideas, providing more than 15,000 grants for work across all seven continents, reaching 3 million students each year through education offerings, and engaging audiences around the globe through signature experiences, stories and content. To learn more, visit www.nationalgeographic.org or follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook (@InsideNatGeo).
About Klip Collective
Klip Collective uses a unique synthesis of projection mapping, lighting, and sound design to create site-specific, immersive sensory experiences.
Klip formed in 2003 seeing the potential in projection mapping as a means to animate our mundane built environments with large-scale random acts of art and shared public performances, drawing inspiration from the Street art, Situationist and Surrealist movements. Klip became an experiential partner sought by many brands, agencies and cultural institutions; most notably for the invention, innovation and early adaptation of projection mapping. After a decade of practice, Klip focused on creating longform, multi-installation, meditative, articulated light, video ,and sound art experiences.
Led by self-taught artist and projection pioneer Ricardo Rivera, Klip is an adhocracy of creative professionals. Our collective includes digital artists, sound designers, composers, creative producers, fabricators and technologists creating together under a unified vision to produce a multi-tiered immersive experience. Klip’s studio fosters artistic experimentation, technological innovation and collaboration to keep the collective exploring new ideas, evolving light as an art form, and building creative partnerships.
About Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
The mission of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is to welcome all to celebrate the American spirit in a setting that unites the power of art with the beauty of nature. Since opening in 2011, the museum has welcomed more than 14 million visitors across its spaces, with no cost for admission. Crystal Bridges was founded in 2005 as a non-profit charitable organization by arts patron and philanthropist, Alice Walton. The collection spans five centuries of American masterworks from early American to current day and is enhanced by temporary exhibitions. The museum is nestled on 134 acres of Ozark landscape and was designed by world-renowned architect Moshe Safdie. A rare Frank Lloyd Wright-designed house was preserved and relocated to the museum grounds in 2015. Home of the prestigious Don Tyson Prize for the Advancement of American Art and Tyson Scholars of American Art Program, Crystal Bridges offers public programs including lectures, performances, classes, and teacher development opportunities. Some 478,375 school children have participated in the Willard and Pat Walker School Visit program, which provides educational experiences for school groups at no cost to the schools. Additional museum amenities include a restaurant, gift store, library, and five miles of art and walking trails. In February 2020, the museum opened the Momentary in Downtown Bentonville (507 SE E Street), conceived as a platform for the art, food, and music of our time. In 2026, Crystal Bridges will complete a 114,000 square foot expansion that will allow the museum to expand access for all. For more information, visit CrystalBridges.org. The museum is located at 600 Museum Way, Bentonville, Arkansas 72712.
About the Momentary
Opened in February of 2020 in Downtown Bentonville, the Momentary is a venue for the music, art, and food of our time; and a catalyst for creativity and economic vitality. An extension to Crystal Bridges, the Momentary is ‘a living room’ where community gathers to be inspired, connected, and joyful. The Momentary was founded by the Walton family, based on the vision of Tom, Olivia, and Steuart Walton. Its commitment to cultivating arts and cultural experiences provides more opportunities for education, engagement, and enjoyment in our region. The Momentary is an extension of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, founded by Alice Walton. The Momentary welcomes all with free general admission. Additional offerings include live music, visual and performing arts, an artist-in-residence program, culinary experiences such as Onyx Coffee Lab and the sky-high Tower Bar, indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, an outdoor festival space, and a retail shop. For more information, visit theMomentary.org. The Momentary is located at 507 SE E Street, Bentonville, Arkansas 72712. The Momentary’s Founding Funders are Walton Family Foundation, Walmart, RØDE Microphones, The Coca-Cola Company, Tyson Family Foundation, and Willard and Pat Walker Charitable Foundation.
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