Old State House Museum

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The new exhibit at the Old State House Museum sheds new light on the evolution of Arkansas's backwoods, hillbilly image. The exhibit entitled, Arkansas/Arkansaw: A State and its Reputation, explores both the favorable and unfavorable parts of this history.Perhaps best symbolized by the story of the Arkansas Traveler, the exhibit reveals the early development of a dual image, with Arkansawyers...

Discover the secrets of Arkansas' history in the oldest still-standing state capitol building west of the Mississippi River. Peruse permanent exhibits of Arkansas' women, President Clinton's journey to Washington, the first Arkansas House of Representatives, Arkansas' first families, period rooms and the State House's history. Special exhibits change various times per year, always featuring...

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