Arkansas Civil War Sesquicentennial Commission, historical events in America
Arkansas Civil War Sesquicentennial Commission, historical events in America
Arkansas The Natural State
25th Annual May Festival of the Arts, Eureka Springs

Every genre of art is highlighted in Eureka Springs throughout the month of May

35th Annual Lum & Abner Festival, Mena

Don't miss the Lum 'n' Abner Museum in Pine Ridge, Arkansas

55th Annual Lions Club Rodeo and Parade, Calico Rock

Adrenaline-packed action awaits all those who head to Calico Rock

85th Annual 4th of July Homecoming and Picnic, Piggott

Take part in a Independence Day tradition that's been around for 85 years

80th Annual Clay County Fair

The joys of living on the farm come to life at the Clay County Fair.

35th Annual Delta Cotton Pickin’ Jubilee, Marked Tree

Have some cotton pickin' family fun in Marked Tree

25th Annual MusicFest El Dorado

Music, music and more music is heard throughout downtown El Dorado in October

150th Anniversary of Cross County

Join the citizens of Cross County for a week-long celebration in November

25th Winter Wonderland Craft & Gift Show

A wide variety of handmade items, home decor and gifts are showcased here

150th Anniversary of the Battle of Prairie Grove Reenactment

The park commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Prairie Grove, Dec. 1-2, 2012

Winthrop Rockefeller Centennial Celebration

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Winthrop Rockefeller

100th Anniversary of the Buckstaff Bathhouse, Hot Springs National Park

The Buckstaff Bathhouse has been in continuous operation for 100 years

40th Anniversary of the Buffalo National River

Forty years of free-flowing crystalline waters in the Arkansas Ozarks

50th Anniversary of Walmart

Visit Sam Walton's Five and Dime Visitor Center in Bentonville

50th Anniversary of the Arkansas Craft Guild & Gallery, Mountain View

Handcrafted pieces of contemporary and traditional art await shoppers and collectors

Historic Arkansas Anniversaries

Arkansas knows how to honor its heritage with commemorations of major historical events in America and cultural happenings.  These events range from enthralling living history programs and festive parties to solemn memorials. The events featured here with photos are ones that have stood the test of time and are at least 25 years or older.  Information on other festivals taking place can be found in the listings on the right side of this page. We invite you to take part by planning a trip to an upcoming festival or jubilee, or musical performance. You'll discover even more reasons why The Natural State is so special.