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Every summer, Inspiration Point Fine Arts Center hosts budding opera singers in three operas performed in repertoire. One of the most picturesque spots in the south central USA, Inspiration Point is a look-out site perched atop Rock Candy Mountain, between the beautiful White River Valley and Beaver Lake.
Opera in the Ozarks at Inspiration Point is an annual summer opera festival and opera training program in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Founded in 1950 by Henry Hobart and Gertrude Stockard, the festival serves as a training ground for young opera professionals. Several alumni of the festival have gone on to have prominent performing careers, including Mark Delavan, Stephen Dickson, Tom Fox, Carroll Freeman, Beverly Hoch, Hei-Kyung Hong, Sherman Ray Jacobs, William Johns, Patricia Johnson, Gwendolyn Jones, Marquita Lister, Chris Merritt, Leona Mitchell, Brian Montgomery, Latonia Moore, Louis Otey, Kay Paschal, Cyndia Sieden, Richard Vernon, and Jennifer Zetlan.
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Airy (and air conditioned) glass and wood chapel designed by notable architect E. Fay Jones, an apprentice of Frank Lloyd Wright. Built in 1980 and placed on the National Register of Historic Places exceptionally early, in 2000. Non-denominational Christian services offered most Sundays. No smoking, food or drinks.
Heritage railway offering scenic train excursions. Be aware that the "excursion" trip is very short - no more than a couple of miles to a wye junction turn around and then back to the depot.
Seven-story statue of Christ with outstretched arms. On the grounds of The Great Passion Play, it can be seen from the historic district of Eureka Springs. Open 24 hours a day and free of charge to visit.
Outdoor play of Christ's Passion in 4100 seat amphitheater. Performances from the last Friday in April to the last Saturday in October.
Oldest tour cave in Arkansas, and one of several in this region. Self-guided tours use short-range FM receiver. The Amethyst Angel Wings are a popular photo op. Comfortably cool year-round. Stairs in some sections. Call ahead if the weather is icy.
120-acre safari-style zoo with over 500 animals from all over the world. Drive your own car through four miles of trails. Petting zoo and a free-flight area where you can feed parakeets.