Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions 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 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."

"Altogether there are 35,000 square feet of space inside its doors. Includes all types of techno, top 40, trance and bands for dancing. Discovery was once regarded as a gay bar, but has since turned more mainstream."

"The Big Dam Bridge spans the Arkansas River through the Murray Lock and Dam. The Big Dam Bridge is the longest pedestrian and cyclist bridge in North America, so prepare for a biking adventure!. This bridge was built specifically to accommodate pedestrians."

"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."

"No city guide is complete without ice cream, and no Little Rock flavor roundup would be complete without the eclectic, locally sourced offerings of Loblolly Creamery. While many restaurants in the city serve Loblolly’s cool treats on their own menus, the ice cream wonders are best enjoyed at the old-fashioned soda fountain within the Green Corner Store in Little Rock’s SoMA District. Buttermilk, honey-green tea and Little Rock-y Road are outstanding – as are the fantastic collaborative ice creams created from local products such as Rocktown Bourbon Pecan made from Rocktown Distillery’s award-winning bourbon and Death by KYYA from KYYA’s bean-to-bar chocolate."

"The Loblolly Creamery is a small-batch ice cream shop providing cold refreshments for the hot Arkansas days. Their assortment of unusual flavors includes Black Cat Vanilla (yes, it’s black) and Red Velvet Pig Sooie. Coffee and baked goods, as colorful as the ice cream, round out the menu."

"A 1,000-acre space at the confluence of the Arkansas and Little Maumelle Rivers, Two Rivers Park (pictured above) is a perfect shady spot overlooking the Arkansas River and I-430 bridge in west Little Rock. Just past the Two Rivers Bridge that is connected to the Arkansas River Trail, you'll find several picnic tables and cozy spots to throw down that blanket. Food Stop: Looking for an ideal place to pick up lunch?"

"National & State ParksRivercrest Drive, Little Rock, AR MoreLess Info. The 1000-acre Two Rivers Park is located where the Arkansas and Little Maumelle Rivers meet. The park contains more than 300 garden spots that can be rented by gardeners, and hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails."

"Located on I-630 & Rodney Parham, this park has a softball field, playgrounds, bike trails, jogging trails, basketball, tennis, picnic tables, and pavilions. It is a favorite with skateboarders in Little Rock."

"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."

"Altogether there are 35,000 square feet of space inside its doors. Includes all types of techno, top 40, trance and bands for dancing. Discovery was once regarded as a gay bar, but has since turned more mainstream."

"The MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History is an ideal stop in Little Rock if you want to know more about the military heritage of this town. This is also the birthplace of Douglas MacArthur after who the museum is named, and there are both permanent and temporary exhibits that will tell you all about the history of this area. To that end, there are period photographs, documents such as letters, antiques, and military uniforms."

"Explore and understand the history of America’s armed forces at the MacArthur Museum of Arkansas. It features artifacts from WWII, like uniforms, weapons, vehicles, other military items, and a vast amount of information to go along. If you’re interested in this particular part of history or wish to teach the younger generations about what happened, this is a gem of a place to do it."

"The MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History is housed in the historic Tower Building, part of the Little Rock Arsenal. The museum explores the military history of the state through artifacts, photographs, documents, uniforms, weapons, and other military items. The building is one of the oldest in the region and was the birthplace of General Douglas MacArthur."

"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."

"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."

"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."

"But the Castle on Stagecoach provides the English castle feel right here in Little Rock. The indoor space is beautiful on its own or can be easily dressed up with florals and décor to make it the winter wonderland of your dreams. You can rent the inside of the castle for $500 for two hours."