Bentonville Bikeable Art Tour Now Live

Summary

OZ Art NWA and TrailPilot have launched the Bentonville Bikeable Art Tour, a self-guided cycling experience that takes riders through the city’s public art scene. With GPS-triggered audio, the tour highlights murals, sculptures, and installations from local and international artists all while navigating Bentonville’s bike-friendly streets and trails. The tour is free to access through the TrailPilot iOS app, making it easier than ever to explore the city’s creative side on two wheels.

Explore Bentonville’s Public Art on Two Wheels

Preview of the TrailPilot iPad interface Preview of the Bella Vista Ride in TrailPilot Preview of the trail interface on TrailPilot

Bentonville’s public art isn’t just in galleries, it’s woven into the city itself. From murals in alleys to sculptures along the trails, the town’s creative energy is everywhere. Now, with the Bentonville Bikeable Art Tour, everyone can experience it all while cruising through the city’s bike-friendly streets and greenways.

Created by local company TrailPilot in partnership with OZ Art NWA, this self-guided, GPS-triggered audio tour makes it easy to explore Bentonville’s outdoor art scene. Riders simply download the free TrailPilot app, start the tour, and follow turn-by-turn directions while listening to stories about the artwork, artists, and the city itself.

Why Explore Bentonville’s Art by Bike?

Bentonville is built for everyone with an adventurous spirit, and the Bentonville Bikeable Art Tour offers a unique way to see the city’s creative landscape while enjoying the outdoors.

“Having works of art woven throughout the fabric of our community is super cool. It adds a sense of vibrancy to Bentonville,” said Tom Hoehn, Public Art Advisory Committee member and guide of the tour. “Great art plus a bike? C’mon, what’s not to like about that?”

What to Expect on the Tour

The tour highlights a selection of murals, sculptures, and installations from both local and international artists. TrailPilot’s audio narration offers background on the works, local insights, and the history behind Bentonville’s evolving art scene.

Hoehn encourages visitors to explore beyond the museums:

“Art is infused throughout Bentonville – be sure to visit Crystal Bridges and The Momentary, but also check out art in the parks, trails, and in surprising places. And, of course, use the TrailPilot Art Ride to make that easy!”

How to Ride the Bentonville Bikeable Art Tour

Getting started is simple:

● Download TrailPilot for free from the Apple App Store
● Grab a bike or rent one from a local shop
● Follow the tour for a guided experience through Bentonville’s public art

Whether you’re a visitor seeing Bentonville for the first time or a local looking for a new way to experience the city, the Bentonville Bikeable Art Tour is an interactive way to discover public art at your own pace.

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