# Event Details - **Event Name**: Blume & Hall Fashion Academy Grand Opening - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Get ready to dive into the world of style and creativity at the Blume & Hall Fashion Academy’s big debut!About this EventFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Lara Blume McGee  Blume & Hall Fashion Academy  Phone: 501.663.3242 Email: Lara@blumeandhallfashionacademy.com Blume & Hall Fashion Academy Announces Grand Opening in Little Rock’s River Market DistrictLITTLE ROCK, AR – March 21, 2026 – Blume & Hall Fashion Academy, formerly known as the Arkansas Fashion School, is excited to announce its grand opening on April 18, 2026, at 3 p.m. The new academy will be located in the vibrant River Market District at 319 President Clinton Ave., Suite 201.Founded in 2007 by the late Jamileh Kamran, a beloved Arkansas fashion designer and educator, the academy aims to honor her legacy while providing a modern education in fashion design. The school will now be led by Ashton Hall, a renowned fashion designer, and Lara Blume McGee, a model and entrepreneur, alongside Amanda Morley, an esteemed designer and former student of Kamran.“We are dedicated to preserving Mrs. Kamran’s legacy,” said McGee. “Our school will reflect her vision and commitment to excellence in fashion education.”Program HighlightsComprehensive Curriculum: The academy offers a two-year, 15-course program covering essential skills such as flat pattern making, body draping, and garment crafting for casual, business, and formal occasions.Flexible Class Schedule: Classes will be held on Tuesdays and Saturdays to accommodate students’ varying schedules.Additional Courses: In response to industry demands, McGee & Hall  plans to introduce a variety of workshops, modeling, etiquette, and acting classes, as well as social media and business marketing courses.Networking Opportunities: Students will connect with markets and factories to promote their designs and brands effectively.Enrollment is currently open, with flexible tuition payment plans available. The academy also offers free tours for prospective students and the public. “I love downtown Little Rock and want to contribute to its growth,” McGee stated. “We invite tourists and locals alike to explore our academy & discover the art of fashion design.”Grand Opening Event Details:Date: April 18, 2026  Time: 3-5PMLocation: 319 President Clinton Ave., Suite 201, Little Rock, ARJoin us for an afternoon of celebration, fashion showcases, and insights into the exciting future of the Blume & Hall Fashion Academy.For more information, contact Lara Blume McGee at 501.663.3242End of Release https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/b472fd40-2a6e-11f1-9c11-fd8a7bc5aafb-rimg-w592-h740-dcf9f6f1-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/little-rock/blume-and-hall-fashion-academy-grand-opening/100001986106770816 - **Event Categories**: workshops, art, fashion, business, theatre - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Little Rock - **state**: AR - **country**: United States - **location**: 319 President Clinton Ave - **lat**: 34.7475994 - **long**: -92.26736179999999 - **full address**: 319 President Clinton Ave, 319 President Clinton Avenue, Little Rock, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Blume & Hall Fashion Academy Grand Opening - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/46cad0fffaa4435decfc883578ca2f303766bf0ffb2f81299bdeee739058f188-rimg-w1200-h1200-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1774679061 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Blume & Hall Fashion Academy Grand Opening being held? - **A:** Blume & Hall Fashion Academy Grand Opening takes place on Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm at 319 President Clinton Ave, 319 President Clinton Avenue, Little Rock, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Blume & Hall Fashion Academy Grand Opening? - **A:** Blume & Hall Fashion Academy Grand Opening is organized by Lara Blume. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Blume & Hall Fashion Academy Grand Opening", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/46cad0fffaa4435decfc883578ca2f303766bf0ffb2f81299bdeee739058f188-rimg-w1200-h1200-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1774679061", "startDate": "2026-04-18T15:00:00-05:00", "endDate": "2026-04-18T17:00:00-05:00", "url": "https://allevents.in/little-rock/blume-and-hall-fashion-academy-grand-opening/100001986106770816", "eventStatus": "https://schema.org/EventScheduled", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "319 President Clinton Ave", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "319 President Clinton Avenue", "postalCode": "72201", "addressLocality": "Little Rock", "addressRegion": "AR", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "34.7475994", "longitude": "-92.26736179999999" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Get ready to dive into the world of style and creativity at the Blume & Hall Fashion Academy’s big debut!", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-03-28", "availabilityEnds": "2026-04-18T17:00:00-05:00", "validFrom": "2026-03-28", "lowPrice": "0.00", "highPrice": "0.00", "price": "0.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/little-rock/blume-and-hall-fashion-academy-grand-opening/100001986106770816" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-03-28", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-03-28", "url": "https://allevents.in/little-rock/blume-and-hall-fashion-academy-grand-opening/100001986106770816", "price": 0, "name": "General Admission" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Lara Blume", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/lara-blume/27628539" } ] } ] ```