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History of Arkansas Aviation

Learn about the inspiration for the Wright Brothers’ airplane, Charles Lindbergh's connection with Arkansas, the founding of the Little Rock Air Force Base, and more!

Keith Carlson will teach us all about the history of aviation in Arkansas, including many early innovations in air travel, World War I and World War II aviators in Arkansas, and the founding of FedEx.

Keith Carlson is currently the Executive Vice President for Guaranteed Rate, Inc mortgage company. He has always had a passion for aviation, receiving his Pilot Certificate in May of 2022.  He and his wife Devon purchased their first plane in March of 2022 and enjoy exploring the many small airports across Arkansas and beyond. He is currently working on his Instrument and Commercial pilot ratings and has a goal of becoming a Certified Flight Instructor later this year.

For anyone of all ages who is interested in the topic of aviation. No registration required. Contact Megan at Laman Library for more information.

AGE GROUP: | General |

EVENT TYPE: | LINC - Learning |

TAGS: | planes | flying | arkansas history |

William F. Laman Public Library
Phone: 501-758-1720
Hours
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Mon, Jan 19 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jan 20 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jan 21 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jan 22 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jan 23 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sat, Jan 24 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, Jan 25 Closed
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This is the primary location of the William F. Laman Public Library.

Upcoming Events

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AR Community Advocates Food Distribution
Thu, Jan 22, 9:00am - 10:00am
William F. Laman Public Library - Lecture Hall
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Color Our Library - A 2025 NLRPLS Staff Exhibition
Thu, Jan 22, 9:00am - 7:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Laman Gallery - Exhibits
Staff of the North Little Rock Public Library System show off our creative talents.
First Stitches - Let's Make a Backpack
Thu, Jan 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Argenta Public Library - Argenta Children's Area
A beginner-friendly sewing program for kids ages 4-9. Young participants will explore both hand sewing and introductory machine sewing!
Club Laman - NEW Club Schedule!
Thu, Jan 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
William F. Laman Public Library - Children's Area
Join the club! Participate in any or all of the available clubs for our home educated families! Each week, we explore books, nature, art, and crafting for our school-aged learners. D
Laman Fiber Arts Group
Thu, Jan 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Studio A (Rotunda)
Calling all fiber artists! Bring your knit, crochet, or loom projects and work on those with our group!
Pantry Restock - Argenta Library Food Distribution
Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Argenta Public Library
Potluck Food Rescue provides fresh vegetables, fruits, and shelf-stable items for patrons to pick up each Thursday! Supplies are limited, so items are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Make & Take
Thu, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Argenta Public Library
Thursdays are for creating! We’ll provide materials & instructions for projects you can create at the library or complete at home!
Plushie Swap - Argenta Community Night
Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Argenta Public Library - Argenta Event Space
Swap your extra cuddlies!
Bingo Hour For Kids
Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Children's Area
Come play the classic cover-up game for a chance to win prizes!
Rover Neighborhood Stop - Pulaski Tech
Thu, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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Cozy Night at Your Library is headed to Pulaski Tech!
Cozy Family Night
Thu, Jan 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Argenta Public Library - Argenta Children's Area
Enjoy a festive afternoon of Smores, Hot Chocolate and Winter Crafts!
Fiber Arts & Film - Laman Community Night
Thu, Jan 22, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
William F. Laman Public Library - Lecture Hall
Join us for a cozy night of crafting, snacks, and a movie for all ages! Bring your knit/crochet project to work while you watch Paddington. There will be kid-friendly fiber crafts as well!
Tween Dungeons and Dragons - Session 29
Thu, Jan 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Reading the Hugos - A Drop of Corruption
Thu, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Larry's Pizza of NLR
A book club in which we read current and potential Hugo Award nominees.
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