
Hours of Operation
Monday – Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5 :00 PM
Wednesday: Noon – 5:00 PM
Thursday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5 :00 PM
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Bldg. 656
Skills Development Center
656 6th Street
Little Rock AFB, AR 72099
19 FSS Skills Center

ARTS AND CRAFTS CENTER
Practicing positive creativity, self-directed activities, and state of the art professional services, we offer various classes and skill-based experience, coupled with expert help by seasoned and creative artists ensuring not only you’ll have a great time, but have fun learning.
ARts and Crafts
Instructor-Led Classes
Learn something new with us and have a blast doing it! New classes are always being added to help you find your creative side or further develop your talent. Our staff provides a wealth of information and encouragement as you create your own masterpiece.
We’re always on the lookout for fresh, creative ideas to enhance our classes! If you have a suggestion or are interested in teaching a class, we’d love to hear from you. Share your ideas and help us bring exciting new opportunities to our community!
Private Classes
The Skills Center offers private classes perfect for office parties or gatherings with friends! Get your group together to create fun and unique pieces. Whether it’s an instructor-led painting session, sign-making, woodworking project, or a craft of your choice, we’ll make sure everyone has a great time and leaves with a creation they’re proud of. A minimum of six participants is required.
Call the Skills Center at (501) 987-6808 to get your group registered!
Looking for a fun and creative weekday activity for the kids? Bring them to the Little Rockin’ Artists Craft Room—a space designed to inspire imagination and creativity!
For just $6 per hour, kids can dive into a world of endless crafting possibilities, or opt for our affordable monthly rate of $25 per family for unlimited access. The Craft Room is stocked with all the supplies your little artists could dream of, including paints, colored pencils, glue, stamps, and so much more!
It’s the perfect way to spark creativity, encourage self-expression, and keep the kids engaged after school or on a free afternoon. Whether they’re creating a masterpiece or exploring new crafting techniques, they’ll love the chance to unleash their inner artist.
Don’t miss this fun and affordable way to foster creativity in children. Visit us and see what they’ll create next!
Wood shop
The Skills Center Wood Shop is the perfect place to bring your woodworking projects to life. Enjoy access to a fully equipped shop for just $6 per hour or take advantage of unlimited use for $65 per month. Our shop is stocked with a variety of tools to support your project, including a table saw, miter saw, drill press, sanders, clamps, and more.
If you’d rather have your project professionally crafted, our expert woodworker can create custom gifts or projects tailored to your vision. Using our advanced CNC router, we can transform your ideas into reality, adding the perfect finishing touches to any design.
Whether you’re a seasoned craftsman or just starting out, the Wood Shop has everything you need to create something truly unique.
frame shop
Visit us for all your framing needs! Our extensive selection includes a full line of frames, mattes, and glass, and no project is too complex for our experienced staff. With a computerized matte cutter and expert guidance, we can help you create the perfect display for your cherished items. Whether you need canvas stretching, custom frames for C-130 prints, family photos, diplomas, awards, going-away gifts, or personalized shadow boxes, we’re here to bring your vision to life!
Photo printing also available. Prices vary based on size and material. Please allow for a 2-3 week turnaround time.
Rockin’ Graffix
Engravings & Personalized Gifts
Vinyl Services
Rockin’ Graffix is your go-to for all your vinyl needs! From large-scale projects like custom permanent window vinyl creation and application to smaller, personalized items like water bottles, awards, and more, we’ve got you covered. Let us bring your vision to life with high-quality vinyl solutions tailored to your needs!
And More!
At Rockin’ Graffix, the creative possibilities are endless! We offer a variety of services, including banners, posters, heat sublimation, large photo printing, and canvas wrapping. Our capabilities include oversized printing and high-quality photo printing to meet your needs. Prices vary based on size and materials, and we ask that you allow 2-3 weeks for project completion. Let us help bring your vision to life!
Resale/awards shop
Discover the Skills Center’s resale and awards shop, conveniently located at the front of the building! Here, you’ll find unique Little Rock Air Force Base souvenirs, including handcrafted mugs, tumblers, flasks, can coolers, shot glasses, and Christmas ornaments, and much more! All designs are thoughtfully created in-house by our talented and creative team.
Looking for the perfect award? Explore our wide selection of styles, from glass and wood to metal and even light-up designs. Whether you’re shopping for a keepsake or an award, the resale shop has something special for everyone!