Housed in the Vaughn-Schaap House, a Victorian Second Empire structure, the center presents changing exhibits and permanent collections.
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West Garrison Avenue Historic District
One of the oldest districts in the city. GROUPS: Tour giudes available by request.
Fort Smith, AR Historic DistrictsFort Smith Museum of History
Directions: West end of Rogers Ave. between 3rd and 4th Streets Artifacts depict history and culture of the Fort Smith area from Native Americans to present, military activity, notable personalities; revolving exhibits; old-time soda fountain; gift shop.
Fort Smith, AR MuseumsFort Smith Trolley Museum
Directions: Go south on South 4th from Garrison Avenue. The museum is 4 blocks south of the avenue. You will see a steam locomotive. We are next to the National Cemetery and close to the Fort Smith Museum of History and The Fort Smith Historic site.
Fort Smith, AR MuseumsThings to do near Fort Smith, AR
West Garrison Avenue Historic District
One of the oldest districts in the city. GROUPS: Tour giudes available by request. ...
American Bonsai Nursery
Directions: From I-40 take Exit 7 to I-540 South, then Exit 3 at Van Buren to Ark. 59. Go left for one long block, turn left ...
National Scenic 7 Byway
One of the most scenic drives in the country, Scenic 7 runs from the Louisiana border to the Missouri border, passing through...
Byrd's Adventure Center of the Ozarks
Canoeing and kayaking on the Mulberry River, hiking on the Ozark Highlands Trail, mountain biking, rock climbing for all leve...
Fort Smith National Historic Site
The site, which just underwent a $7 million renovation, contains the remains of two frontier garrisons, Federal Court for the...