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Little Rock, Arkansas

Directions: From Little Rock, take I-530 (U.S. 65) south towards Pine Bluff, approximately 10 miles; take Exit 9 (Bingham Road exit); turn left (east) on Bingham Road, cross over the Interstate, past a gas station, and into a residential area. At the first "Y" in the road, continue right on Bingham Road. At the second "Y" in the road, go right onto Border Lane. Go under the large power lines, and the Natural Area parking lot is approximately 100 yards on the right.

Handicapped-accessible trail and boardwalk that winds down through a mixed pine/ hardwood forest into a bald cypress-water tupelo swamp. Interpretive panels line the trail and boardwalk, illustrating the value and functions of wetlands, natural divisions of Arkansas, and plant and animal life of forested wetlands.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

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

Riverfront Park

The original "little rock" where settlers first came to this area is located here; park contains a history pavilion, amphitheater, playground, plazas, promenades and picnic areas

Little Rock, AR Parks

EpiSphere Digital Dome Aerospace Education Center

The Aerospace Education Center's newest attraction -- a 55 foot dome screen which hangs suspended inside the 75-feet-by-75-feet room. The show happens all around you. Sound and air conditioning "breathe" through the perforated dome "skin." 150

Little Rock, AR Learning Centers

Arkansas Arts Center

World class art exhibitions; seven galleries; internationally recognized drawing collection; "Best Impressions" restaurant offers soups, salads, entrees, desserts; museum shop; Children's Theatre; over 10

Little Rock, AR Arts

Aerospace Education Center

Directions: I-440 Airport Exit The Aerospace Education Center is home to Arkansas's 300-seat IMAX Theater. The IMAX delivers a true "you are there"

Little Rock, AR Arts

Things to do near Little Rock, AR

Mount Holly Cemetery

Final resting place for prominent Arkansans, this National Register cemetery, established in 1843, has been called "The Westm...

Arkansas State Capitol Grounds Monuments

Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Monument to Confederate Soldiers, Liberty Bell replica, Bauxite and Granite Centennial Boulders, C...

Arkansas Repertory Theatre

Professional repertory theatre running September-July. Well-known plays and original productions. Theatre seating 350; exhibi...

Arkansas Arts Center

World class art exhibitions; seven galleries; internationally recognized drawing collection; "Best Impressions" restaurant of...

Riddle's Elephant & Wildlife Sanctuary

Directions: The sanctuary is located in a rural area between the towns of Guy and Quitman. Follow the elephant signs to the s...