Historic Sites in Arkansas

"Clinton Presidential Library and Museum is a section or part of the Clinton Presidential Centre and Park located in Little Rock. In the Center, you will find the Little Rock’s office of the Clinton Foundation and the University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service. The Clinton Presidential Library and Museum houses so many collections and archives that are extensively used by so many researchers."

"1200 President Clinton AvenueLittle Rock, AR 72201(501) 374-4242. William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Museum is the presidential library of former president Bill Clinton and has the largest archive collection in the United States."

"The Presidential Library of Bill Clinton resides within the William J. Clinton Presidential Center and Park. The library chronicles Bill Clinton’s presidency and includes replicas of the Oval Office and Cabinet Room."

"As the original state capitol of Arkansas, the Old State House was designed by Gideon Shryock and is one of the best examples of Doric architecture in the southern states. The building commenced in 1833 and was completed in 1842 with some alterations done in 1885. The Old State House witnessed many displays of dramatic history within its walls, including a fatal duel between legislators and the Arkansas vote to secede from the United States."

"Originally the state capital building for Arkansas, the Old State House now serves as a museum for people to learn about the grand history of Arkansas. Walk the halls of where some of the most important decisions in the state’s history were made, filtering through the exhibits. See items from the past, like the first ladies’ gowns and artifacts from various events throughout the years."

"A post shared by Paul Prater (@paulpratercom) on Oct 3, 2018 at 10:08am PDT. A spooky night in Little Rock should be interesting. The ghost tour presents the history, myths, legends, and tales popular in the area."

"The Little Rock High School was the site of a historic forced desegregation in 1957, paving the way for equal opportunities for all during the Civil Rights Movement. The historic school first opened in 1927 and in those days it only accepted white scholars. When the Little Rock Nine tried to enroll in the school in 1957 such violence erupted that the army and air force were called in to assist."

"Historic Sites2120 W. Dasy Gatson Bates Drive, Little Rock, AR 72202MoreLess Info. Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site teaches visitors of the desegregation crisis that occurred there in 1957 and its impact on civil rights. The free tours are offered daily and Ranger-led tours can be booked also."

"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."

"Located in Little Rock, Arkansas, is the Governor’s Mansion Historic District, a district that covers a very large historic neighborhood. This district was first listed on the National Register of historic places in 1978, it’s borders were increased in 1988, it’s and later in 2002, it was increased again. In this district, you will get to see so many well-preserved houses from the late 19th century to the early 20th century."

"The state of Arkansas did not have an official residence for their governor until 1950, when this mansion was finished and fully operational."

"Chill spot, love this location....great service, food on point, beautiful outside...what more cd you want. Oh the decor inside and just as wonderful...."

"Hailed as one of the city’s best sushi spots, Sushi Café draws the locals in for creative rolls like One Hot Mama and Mango Tango, and the American kobe burger is hard to beat."

"Another of our favorite brunch restaurants in downtown Little Rock is @ The Corner. It is a family-owned modern diner that uses fresh, local ingredients from over 100 different local farms!. One of my favorite things about @ The Corner is their ever-evolving menu that features seasonal specials."

"All jokes aside, these Arkansas Black Apple & Caramel Pancakes will... At The Corner is an upscale diner that features unique and beautiful dishes. This is not your ordinary breakfast place since each menu item promotes local produce and all the elements of each dish are skillfully plated."

"At the Corner is a very popular breakfast, brunch and lunch spot, featuring items like burgers, poutine, pancakes, wraps, salads and sandwiches, all served in a modernized diner setting that’s both casual and comfortable."