We’re honored to welcome you into a new era of The Ravington—and to officially welcome The Meteor into its new home in Centerton.
What you see today didn’t happen easily. Just a few months ago, this building—and everything it represents—was on the brink of being lost.
In early 2026, The Ravington faced foreclosure, putting a beloved Northwest Arkansas gathering space at risk of disappearing entirely.
At the same time, The Meteor—long a cornerstone of Bentonville’s music and cultural scene—had lost it’s location in Downtown Bentonville when the property was sold to out-of-state investors. The vision emerged to bring these two stories together: preserving a historic venue while creating something even more dynamic and community-centered.
That vision was improbable because of the looming deadline of foreclosure, but it was nevertheless unstoppable. A group of local investors, operators, and community members came together quickly, raising nearly $700,000 to buy the building, clear the title, and secure the future of the property—just in time.
The result is what we are building now: a space for weddings, live music, art, and shared experiences—designed not just to host events, but to cultivate culture and community.
It’s not a reopening. It’s a reinvention rooted in community effort, local investment, and a belief that spaces like this matter.
If you want to dive deeper into the story behind how this all came together, these pieces capture the journey:
- Community rallies to save historic Centerton venue
- Historic venue avoids foreclosure through community effort
- How local investors saved The Ravington
We’re just getting started—and we’re grateful you’re here for what comes next.