Central Arkansas Section of the American Chemical Society

Our long-term goal is to become Arkansas's leading provider and deliverer of chemistry-related information.

We intend to facilitate the career development of chemical professionals, improve the public's recognition and appreciation of the contributions of chemistry, and encourage the participation of students and young chemists in the activities of the society. The Central Arkansas Local Section is devoted to the strategic plan of the American Chemical Society, and we are fully committed to embracing th

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05/07/2026

The Central Arkansas Section of the American Chemical Society celebrated the achievements of Arkansas chemists during the annual banquet. It was a wonderful evening, reminding us of the impact that great students, teachers, professors, and volunteers have on our communities. Congratulations to all the honorees!

04/06/2026

On Thursday, March 12, we had the opportunity to attend an inspiring lecture by Dr. Gregory D. Smith on the chemistry of pigments. We would like to once again thank our visiting speaker for delivering such a passionate and engaging talk.

03/31/2026

Join us for the Annual Awards Banquet hosted by the Central Arkansas Section of the ACS on April 21, 2026, from 5:30–8:30 PM. 🏆

03/10/2026

Join us for the lecture “Animal, Vegetable, Mineral, Chemical: The Colorful Chemistry of Artists’ Pigments” by Dr. Gregory D. Smith, Senior Conservation Scientist at the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, on Thursday, March 12 at 6:30 pm.

02/18/2026

Join us for the next Conversation with Chemists on February 26, 2026, at 7 PM. 🧪💬

02/12/2026

Join us for a hands-on conservation science workshop exploring analytical techniques, materials preservation, and the role of chemistry in cultural heritage and conservation research!🔬🏛️

11/17/2025

Join us for our next Conversation with Chemists: “Traveling Through Time: Exploring How Chemistry Influenced History and Culture” on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 8-9pm CST on zoom.