Fort Smith, Arkansas
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35miles East of Fort SmithOzark Lake is a major unit in the multiple-purpose plan of development of the Arkansas River and tributaries, known as the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System. Ozark Lake covers 10,600... continue
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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 Districts
U.S. National Cemetery
When the first Fort Smith was laid out in 1817, land was set aside for a military cemetery. Granted national status in 1867, the 21-acre U.S. National Cemetery contains almost 10,000 graves -- among them Judge Isaac Parker and "Darby's Rangers" founder William O. Darby. The colorful "
Fort Smith, AR Cemeteries
Oak Cemetery
Earliest tombstone is that of Captain Gookin, who died in 1842, the same year the city was incorporated. Other personalities buried here include Arkansas Governor William Fishback (1833-1895); Captain John Rogers, founder of the city; and Arthur Erback, husband of Pearl Starr.
Fort Smith, AR Cemeteries
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 Western District of Arkansas, "Hangin' Judge" Isaac C. Parker's courtroom, reproduction of the 1886 gallows, the "Hell on the Border" jail, the 1846
Fort Smith, AR Historic Sites
Things to do near Fort Smith, AR
Mount Olive United Methodist Church
Constructed by freed slaves in 1889, this church is said to consist of the oldest Black congregation of the UMC system west o...
Ben Geren Regional Park Golf Course -Willow/Silo
Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 1 days...
Oak Cemetery
Earliest tombstone is that of Captain Gookin, who died in 1842, the same year the city was incorporated. Other personalities ...
Miss Laura's Visitor Center
Directions: Downtown Fort Smith, just seven miles east of the Interstate 40 exit in Roland, OK; adjacent to the River Parks A...
Fianna Hills Country Club
Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...