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Little Rock, Arkansas

The site of a major test in 1957 of the Civil Rights act where nine (the Little Rock Nine) African-American students integrated the all-white school. The museum across the street depicts the struggle through exhibits and photos. This is still a working high school, one of the top schools in the state.

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Pinnacle Mountain State Park

Environmental education park with picnic sites, pavilion, launch ramps, hiking trails, Arkansas Arboretum. The visitor center overlooking the Arkansas River includes exhibits, audio visual programs, meeting room, gift shop.

Little Rock, AR Parks

Lake Maumelle

Directions: Located west of Little Rock off Ark. 10 Popular for fishing, sailing regattas, and boating; no swimming allowed.

Little Rock, AR Recreation

Curran Hall Visitor Information Center

The city of Little Rock's new visitor information center is housed in this restored historic structure which dates to 1842-43.

Little Rock, AR Information Centers

Old State House Museum

Built in 1836, the Old State House was the state's original capitol until 1911 and served as the seat of both the Confederate and Unionists governments in Arkansas during the Civil War. It was also the site of the 1861

Little Rock, AR Museums

EMOBA (The Museum of Black Arkansans)

The Museum of Black Arkansans and Performing Arts has exhibits on prominent Black Arkansans and the African-American experience. Guided tours available; gift shop; open February-September;

Little Rock, AR Museums

Things to do near Little Rock, AR

Quapaw Quarter Historic District

Historic neighborhoods in the downtown area -- MacArthur Park and Governor's Mansion districts -- feature many striking resto...

J&P Ranch

Directions: Take I-40 East to the Kerr Road Exit. Go right onto Kerr Road and go about 2 blocks to McCoy Lane. Make a right o...

North Shore Riverwalk

Located on the north side of the Arkansas River, this park offers picturesque views, lighted walkways and a jogging/fitness t...

North Hills Country Club

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...

First Tee Of Arkansas, The -Chairman Nine

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...