T E X A R K A N A M A G A Z I N E H empstead Hall is a 65,000 square-foot event venue and conference center that can be arranged to accommodate all types of events. In addition, the schools of Southwest Arkansas benefit from Hempstead Hall because it offers a secondary location for many kindergarten through twelfth grade events. Just like that of the University of Arkansas Hope- Texarkana, the Hall’s mission is to connect students and community partners to world-class performances, state-of-the- art training and community events. After approving an $11.6 million bond issue and a temporary .75% sales tax in 2008, the vision of Hempstead Hall was on its way to becoming a reality, thanks to Hempstead County voters. A second permanent .25% sales tax was approved in 2008 by voters, which could be used for bond debt and for maintaining and operating Hempstead Hall. On January 24, 2013, Hempstead Hall held its grand opening, which included a performance featuring the Gatlin Brothers and was offered free to all Hempstead County residents. A large event venue such as Hempstead Hall must be overseen and operated by a dedicated group of individuals, which in this case includes five full-time staff members
(L-R) Racie Poindexter , Administrative Specialist for Industry Relations Akili Moses Israel , Director of Industry Relations/Community Education Amanda Lance , Director of Hempstead Hall and Workforce Development Katherine Daniels , Technical Director for Hempstead Hall John Gladden , Assistant Director of Hempstead Hall photo by Matt Cornelius Hempstead Hall, on the University of Arkansas-Hope campus, offers an array of entertainment opportunities, such as concerts, movies, ice skating performances and more. photo by UAHT
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