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Old State House Museum


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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 secession convention. Union General Frederick Steele quartered his army here during the occupation. A memorial to young Confederate spy David O. Dodd stands on the grounds. It is now a museum of Arkansas history featuring permanent and changing exhibits and restored legislative chambers.


Address: 300 West Markham Street
Phone: (501) 324-9685
Fax: (501) 324-9688
Our Email: info@oldstatehouse.com
Our Website:www.oldstatehouse.com

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Lake Maumelle

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Little Rock, AR Recreation

Little Rock Central High Museum

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Little Rock National Cemetery

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Little Rock, AR Cemeteries

Riverfront Park

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Little Rock, AR Parks

Central Arkansas Library -- Main Branch

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