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Pea Ridge National Military Park

The Civil War battle, one of the largest west of the Mississippi River, fought on this site marked the successful end of a campaign to secure the upper reaches of the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers, and to keep the state of Missouri under federal control. The park is 30 miles north of Fayetteville. Visitors center offers a video, museum, gift shop. Self-guided auto tour features markers and audio descriptions of the battlefield. There is also a hiking trail and a horse trail.
Address: Hwy 62 North, Phone: 479.451.8122

 



Arkansas Air Museum

Relive the barnstorming days of early aviation with the Museum's collection of aircraft from the 1920s through the 1940s. See a World War I fighter plane, next to the sleek "Mystery Ship", winner of the 1929 National Air Race and star of two movies. Choose a self-guided tour or arrange for your group to have a guide explain all the exhibits. Admission: Adults: $4.00 Children 6-12: $2.00 Children under 6: Free Group rates upon request.
Address: 4290 S. School, next to Drake Field, Phone: 479.521.4947

 



Botanical Garden of the Ozarks

The Botanical Garden of the Ozarks celebrates the spirit of the Ozarks through a series of expertly designed and intensively maintained outdoor spaces and the unique timber-framed Totemeier Horticulture Center.
Address: 4703 N. Crossover Rd., Phone: (479) 750-2620

 



Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park

This 130-acre state park is the site of a major Civil War battle in which more than 20,000 Confederate and Union soldiers fought for military control of Northwest Arkansas. It offers visitors a unique view of the Civil War and its effect on the people of the Ozarks. The park is located 13 miles west of Fayetteville. Also, there is a 1 mile walking trail and a 6.5 mile driving tour as well as a home tour. For program information call the park office.
Address: Hwy 62 West, Phone: 479.846.2990

 



Clinton House Museum

Clinton House Museum - This 1930s English-style bungalow was the first home and wedding site of Bill and Hillary Clinton. Showcasing the life and times of the Clintons during their years in Fayetteville, the museum features photographic and memorabilia displays, including vintage campaign materials, and gift shop. Available for public tours, small meetings, receptions and weddings. .
Address: 930 California Blvd., Phone: 479.444.0066

 



Ozark Military Museum

The museum has 15 military vehicles including three models of the familiar Willys Jeep, WWII WC-54 Ambulance, Korean M37 3/4-ton cargo truck, 2 1/2-ton 6x6 cargo truck used in Desert Storm, and a British Ferret light armored scott car. The museum has two flying aircraft. The first is a WWII Aeronca L-3 observation aircraft. The second is the Beech 3NM (Twin Beech) know as the "CANADIAN QUEEN" which served in the Royal Canadian Air Force from 1952 to 1967. The museum also has 12 static and restoration project aircraft. Some of these aircraft include UH-1 Huey, A-7 Corsair II, T-2 Buckeye, T-33, SNJ, NE-1, L-13 restoration, and JRB restoration. Some artifacts on display include a Civil War tent stove, gas mask, items from the Home front WWII, WWII German daggers, WWII helmets, and unit patches.
Address: , Phone: 479.587.1941

 



Tommy Boyer Hall of Champions

This exciting sports museum is located inside the impressive Bud Walton Arena. View the highlights of a proud tradition of baseball, basketball, track and field, an other sports through colorful displays and interactive video.
Address: UA Campus- Walton Arena, Leroy Pond Drive, Phone:

 



Jerry Jones-Jim Lindsey Hall of Champions

This fabulous two-story atrium is located inside the Broyles Athletic Center, at the north end of the football stadium. It houses displays and video screens which tell the triumphant history of more than 100 years of Razorback football.
Address: UA Campus, Maple and Razorback Road, Phone:

 


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