Arkansas Post has played a part in Arkansas history since well before statehood. Located south of Gillett, Arkansas Post was established in 1686 by French explorer Henri de Tonti. The site was the first European colony in the Mississippi River…
Watch This Video of the Battle of Prairie Grove Reenactment
The Battle of Prairie Grove was the last time two armies of almost equal strength faced each other for supremacy in northwest Arkansas. When the Confederate Army withdrew from the bloody battlefield at Prairie Grove on the night of Dec.…
Don’t Miss the Prairie Grove Battle Reenactment on Dec. 1 and 2
If you’ve never experienced the sound and smells of black powder, then this is a good place to do it – the Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park Battle Reenactment at 1 p.m. on Dec. 1 and 2. It’s fascinating to…
Step Into 1862 Saturday at the Old State House Museum
Before the onslaught of holiday events and happenings begin in full force, “Step Into 1862…” at the Old State House Museum, Saturday, November 17. The living history events entitled Prelude to Prairie Grove: Fall 1862 in Little Rock is from…
Scenes from 2012 Civil War Weekend at Historic Washington State Park
Here are some photos from Civil War Weekend which took place this weekend at Historic Washington State Park. Enjoy!
