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History & Heritage Trail Guide

Listed in this section are 101 interesting places to explore Arkansas's history and heritage. Included are Arkansas historic towns, downtown districts, Arkansas museums, archaeological sites, historical landmarks in Arkansas, cultural centers, battlefields, state parks, bridges and national and Confederate cemeteries.

Additional Arkansas historical towns, Arkansas museums, and historical landmarks in Arkansas are listed in the Things to Do section.

Phone numbers and web site addresses are included for obtaining more information on particular sites. Because the hours of operation at some sites are limited and seasonally variable at others, please call ahead or use the website listings to confirm facility hours and avoid being inconvenienced.

The Calendar of Events lists re-enactments, interpretive programs and other heritage happenings.

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MorriltonMorrilton, AR: This park is large and accessible to anyone, no matter their residence. Petit Jean's diverse features can be enjoyed by beginning adventurers as well as those well adapted to the outdoors. Learn More ...