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Learn how to blacksmith at Historic Washington State Park in Arkansas. The original Bowie knife was created in the limits of this historic park.

The 35th annual Hope Watermelon Festival is this weekend! (Aug 11-13). Watermelons have long been a calling card for the city. The Festival itself dates back to | Travel Arkansas Blog

Several well-known people have roots in Arkansas. The list runs the gamut from Johnny Cash to Jermain Taylor. Check here every Monday as we highlight a new | Travel Arkansas Blog

Starting on Thursday, Mena will be home base for what is being planned as the largest volunteer rebuilding event in Arkansas's history. On Sept. 2-5, volunteers | Travel Arkansas Blog

Visit Lake Ouachita's Important Bird Area, Bird Island, to see over 30,000 purple martinis. These birds rest on the island before making their way to Brazil.

Check here every Tuesday for a fitness fix rundown. I'll be on the lookout for running, cycling, tri's, adventure races, and other active outlets taking place | Travel Arkansas Blog

The America's Strongest Man United States National Championships start tomorrow at Summit Arena in Hot Springs. This will be the first time the competition has | Travel Arkansas Blog