Free Museums in Benton

"The Museum of Discovery was established in 1927 and is the oldest museum in Little Rock. By finding new discoveries every day, the museum strictly follows its mission “to ignite a passion for science, technology and math in a dynamic, interactive environment.” The exhibits are practical in nature and are created to enrich young and old. From summer camps, educational programs, teaching resources to community outreach, the Museum of Discovery welcomes people from all backgrounds and with diverse interests."

"The Museum of Discovery is now located within the River Market District, but when it first opened in 1927, it was located on Main Street. The museum then moved to City Hall and then MacArthur Park, before finding its home at the River Market in 1998. Visitors can enter the Tesla Theater and Tornado Alley Theater to experience science as well as interact with the four permanent exhibits."

"Museum of Discovery is a history and natural science facility located in President Clinton Avenue at the downtown region of Little Rock. This museum, which is also the oldest in the city is a good spot the whole family will love to explore. This makes one of the fun things to do in Little Rock."

"Why You’ll Love It: This is a hands-on learning museum great for kids. In addition to the permanent exhibits, the museum offers community events and traveling exhibits. The world’s most powerful conical Tesla coil and gadgets from Chitty Chitty Bang Bang are a few of the attractions at the Mid America Science Museum."

"The Mid-America Science Museum has interactive exhibits and programs focused on science. Kids love the, more than 100, hands on exhibits at the museum. See the World’s Most Powerful Conical Tesla Coil with 1.5 million volts of electricity and explore the solar system in their 180-degree planetarium style theater."

"It is geared for kids, but honestly everyone will love going. Almost everything is interactive. Worth a visit but expect to Spend 2-3  hours here."

"Named for General Douglas MacArthur, who was born in the building, the MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History has a fine collection of military artifacts dating from pre-civil war days to the present. Admission is always free!"

"The Museum of Arkansas Military History takes a look at all of the ways the state has contributed to each American War. Exhibits in the museum include artifacts, documents, photos, uniforms, and weapons."

"Not only can you observe impressively detailed model trains and towns, you can also operate the trains on the tracks. All of the displays were built by the Moshinskie family. You’ll see sites from all over the United States, shrunken down for your enjoyment."

"Central Arkansas Nature Center is a nature center located on President Clinton Avenue in Julius Breckling Riverfront Park along the Arkansas River. Housed in a 16,232 square foot building that sits on a 3.4-acre site, the center contains exhibits that display examples of fish and wildlife typically found in the state of Arkansas. Because of its location along the river, visitors can see live examples of wildlife in the urban park."

"Located on President Clinton Avenue right in Julius Breckling Riverfront Park is the Witt Stephens Jr. Central Arkansas Nature Center. It is along the Arkansas River, this area makes one of the things to see in little rock."

"The nature center is something else to add to your itinerary if you’re looking for free things to do. There are a number of exhibits there as well as walking trails where you may see wildlife."

"The Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum can be found alongside the Arkansas River in North Little Rock. The main attractions at this naval museum include two floating vessels involved in World War II - a tugboat recognized as a Historic National Landmark, and a USS Razorback submarine that was present in Tokyo Bay when Japan formally surrendered the war. Visitors can take a guided tour on and into the operational submarine, getting a good sense of the inner workings of the ship."

"The Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum is the only place where visitors can see 2 floating Naval vessels used in World War II. Visitors can see the tugboat Hoga and the submarine USS Razorback. The USS Razorback is 90% operational and maintained as authentically as possible."

"One of Arkansas’s hidden gems, Heifer International teaches visitors of all ages about the global issues of hunger and poverty. The Heifer Village offers educational programs and activities. Guests are invited to explore exhibits and learn about the lush wetlands created from a former industrial waste site."

"The Historic Arkansas Museum brings history and heritage to life through permanent and rotating exhibits thanks to Peg Newton-Smith, a resident who volunteered in costume for the museum’s opening day in 1941 and had an immense passion for Arkansas artisans. Learn about the 175-year history of Arkansas’ famous Bowie knife. Understand the “pARTy for Peg” aluminum sculpture on the front lawn, otherwise known as “Arkansassy and her Dancers” by the artist."

"History Museums200 E. Third Street, Little Rock, AR 72201MoreLess Info. The Historic Arkansas Museum is the largest history museum in Arkansas. Visitors can learn more about the history of the Bowie Knife Company, learn about products made over time in Arkansas in the Horace C. Cabe Gallery, and children can explore history in the Sturgis Children's Gallery."

"The Historic Arkansas Museum will prove it to you that history isn’t boring. If you haven’t visited this place yet, it’s time to do it as one of the things to do in Little Rock for couples for a change. The Museum includes full-scale galleries, interactive exhibits, restored old houses, and a cute gift store."

"Since its very first day of construction in 1833, the Arkansas State House Museum has been a place of action. The building and its grounds have witnessed some of Arkansas’ most significant events, such as the admission of Arkansas to the Union, a fatal knife fight between two legislators, the Arkansas vote to secede from the United States and join the Confederacy, the pioneering of medical research into hookworm and malaria, and several speeches of the President of the United States. The Arkansas State House Museum has permanent and rotating exhibits, which give you a complete story of the state."

"Another attraction spot you should add on your list of best things to do in Little Rock is the Old State House Museum, This Little Rock tourist attraction makes one of the things to see in Little Rock. Old State House Museum is famous because it was the place where President Bill Clinton’s election night celebration in 1992 was held. The old state house is the oldest state capitol building all through the west of the Mississippi River."

"Long before the Capitol Building was erected, the Old State House Museum served as the original state capitol from 1842 until 1912."

"The Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site is where desegregation began in 1957 and while this school is still in use today, people can take guided tours inside and walk along the grounds. The guided tours are offered at nine in the morning and one in the afternoon. Each tour may be different, because the route depends on what is happening at the school at the time."

"Although you can’t enter the school itself, Little Rock Central High School has a visitor’s center. You can go and learn more about the civil rights events that occurred there and throughout Little Rock during the Civil Rights movements of the 1960s."

"A small cafe in the back of a larger grocery store, Veggi Deli can be easy to miss. It's well worth seeking out, however, for its delicious South Indian options. While they no longer exclusively offer vegetarian options, those options are still the bulk of the menu, the ingredients are clearly listed, and they are able to make vegetarian items vegan upon request."

"Inside Asian Groceries, 9112 N Rodney Parham Rd suit 102, Little Rock, AR 72205, United States. Location: (34.7584577, -92.3754679). Rating:4/5 (33) Reviews"

"There's a large backyard, with several tables for customers to sit at. If the heat gets to be too much, cool down with one of the house-made specialty lemonades (offering beet, lavender, and hibiscus flavors). Lunch specials are available from 11-1."

"Stone’s Throw Brewery “is the creation of four guys who met in the local home brew club, the Central Arkansas Fermenters (www.centralarkansasfermenters.com). Theron, Brad, Shawn, and Ian have turned two dusty buildings in both Little Rock’s MacArthur Park and Stifft Station Historic Districts into successful neighborhood nano-brewery taprooms with a lot of patience from their loved ones and even more elbow grease.”. Their buildings truly embrace the history of Little Rock and are located right in the heart of the busy business district!"

"402 East 9th Street • Little Rock, AR 72202 • Map. 501-244-9154 • Visit Website. Little Rock's neighborhood nano-brewery serving made onsite small batch beers & ciders."