Take the Car and Visit These Top 4 Historical Attractions Near Fayetteville, AR

From its Indian heritage to the events of the Civil War, Fayetteville, AR has a rich and diverse history to explore. Whether you’re interested in reconstructing military engagements, or prefer to find out about the everyday lives of ordinary people, there’s a huge choice of historical attractions to take you back in time.

Take the Car and Visit These Top 4 Historical Attractions Near Fayetteville, AR

1. Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park

Located twelve miles from Fayetteville, Prairie Grove was the scene of an 1862 battle that led to 2,700 casualties and marked the last major engagement in Arkansas. The site has been preserved and offers walking and driving tours, as well as weekend events. With artifacts from the battle on display at the Hindman Hall Museum and biennial battle reenactments, it’s an engaging and immersive place to learn about Arkansas’ Civil War history.
With 900 acres and some beautiful trails, this park is also a great place to enjoy the fresh air, so you could make the best use of the ample cargo space in your Kia Telluride and pack a family picnic to take on your visit.

2. Headquarters House

Built in 1853, the house of Judge Jonas Tebbetts became the headquarters for both occupying forces during the Civil War. The Battle of Fayetteville was fought on its grounds and is commemorated by a bullet hole in the front door. Now serving as the headquarters for the Washington County Historical Society, the house has been preserved as a museum of the period, and offers group and individual tours.
Originally located on South College Street, the Archibald Yell Law Office, workplace of the second state governor of Arkansas, has been moved onto the grounds. There are also beautifully maintained gardens and a brick smokehouse to view as you tour the site.

3. Shiloh Museum of Ozark History

Located in Springdale, this museum takes its name from the pioneer community in the area and charts the development of the nearby towns and settlements. With six historical buildings on site and over 500,000 photographs, as well as fascinating artifacts and exhibits, the museum offers interactive opportunities to learn about the history of the area, from its pre-settlement days to modern times.

4. Arkansas Air and Military Museum

Housed in a vast wooden white hangar, this museum is a must-see for aviation buffs. With many examples of historic aircraft, including Vietnam-era helicopters and a Navy carrier fighter, as well as military vehicles, it’s an opportunity to get an up-close look at genuine military equipment. 
With so many opportunities to investigate Fayetteville’s past, we’re sure you can’t wait to go exploring. And to find the perfect vehicle to take you back in time, stop by and see us at Crain Kia of Fayetteville for a service that has inspired loyalty from generation after generation of customers.

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