The Gravel Hill/Ralph Bunche School Reunion & Community Homecoming is set for May 23-25

The Ralph Bunche Neighborhood Association is planning the 2025 Gravel Hill/Ralph Bunche School Reunion and Community Homecoming for Friday, May 23 through Sunday, May 25, 2025. This special event is planned for everyone who attended the school in the community, the descendants, and anyone who currently or previously lived in the community.

See details and registration form below:

The special gathering will kick off on Friday, May 23, with the following activities scheduled:

Friday, May 23

5:30 p.m. – Meet & Greet / Registration – Ralph Bunche Community Center, 1600 Dixie Street, Benton, AR

Choir rehearsal will be announced at the Meet & Greet

Saturday, May 24

Morning – Free Time

5:00 p.m. – Reception Ralph Bunche Community Center, 1600 Dixie Street, Benton, AR

6:00 p.m. – Banquet Ralph Bunche Community Center, 1600 Dixie Street, Benton, AR

Sunday, May 25

3:00 p.m. – Community Unity Church Service – Elect Temple Church of God in Christ, 307 Johnson Street, Benton, AR. Everyone is invited to participate in the Throwback Choir during Sunday’s church service. Rehearsals will be scheduled and those participating will be contacted personally. (This is a tentative schedule and subject to change).

Registration Prices

Adult Registration (Ages 15 & up)

$100: All-inclusive fee includes all activities and a commemorative t-shirt

$95: All-inclusive fee includes all activities with no t-shirt

Youth Registration (Ages 10-14)

$70: All-inclusive fee includes all activities and a commemorative t-shirt

$65: All-inclusive fee includes all activities with no t-shirt

Youth Registration (Ages 5-9)

$55: All-inclusive fee includes all activities and a commemorative t-shirt

$50: All-inclusive fee includes all activities with no t-shirt

Ages 4 and Under FREE

$35: Friday Meet & Greet Only

$55: Banquet Only

$20: T-shirt Only (sizes up to XL); 1X-$22, 2X-$24, 3X-$26, 4X-$28, 5X-$30

Registration fees are payable by check or money order to Ralph Bunche Neighborhood Association. The Planning Committee has made every effort to keep fees as affordable as possible, giving everyone an enjoyable experience with all events included. We would like all who can attend this special event and let others know by passing the information on to those you know who would like to participate.

Hotel Information

Fairfield Inn & Suites (Marriott): 17320 I-30 North, Benton, AR 72019

15 rooms have been blocked for your convenience under the name of Ralph Bunche Community Reunion.

$135 per night plus tax ($151.40 nightly)

King or Two Queens

Check in Friday, May 23rd, Check out Monday, May 26th

Free breakfast 6 to 10 a.m. Saturday & Sunday; 6 to 9:30 a.m. on Monday

Call 501-722-6330 to book; deadline to reserve is May 9, 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites: 7224 Alcoa Road, Benton, AR 72015

10 rooms per hotel have been booked for your convenience under the name of Ralph Bunche Community Reunion.

Room Block Code: GHS

$145 per night plus tax ($162.22 nightly)