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Prairie County Museum

Located at the west end of Main Street, the Prairie County Museum focuses on the Arkansas River and associated lifestyles. Displays depict pioneer life and the river-based economy. Among the items are mussels, which were used for trade as well as jewelry and meat. Closed most Mondays. Admission is charged.

New state-of-the art exhibits tell the story of the lower White River region and the river's influence on settlement and commerce in this region from 1831 to 1931

Location: Main Street, Des Arc ArkansasTelephone 870-256-3711

Other History nearby:
(Little Rock)
Arkansas Governor's Mansion
(Little Rock)
Arkansas State Capitol
(Little Rock)
Arkansas Territorial Restoration
(Little Rock)
Baker House Bed & Breakfast
(Bauxite)
Bauxite Museum
(Helena)
Confederate Military Cemetary

04/10 Coming to The Des Arc area
Arkansas Scottish Festival Batesville AR April13-14 Located on the campus of Bates College, the festival kicks off with a celtic concert on Friday night and include bagpipe contests and highland dancing competitions.
Arkansas Literary Festival Little Rock AR April18-21 The tenth anniversary gathering with events on both sides of the river. Featuring well known authors Larry McMurtry and Diana Ossana.
Riverfest Little Rock AR May24-26 Riverfest is a celebration of visual and performing arts that is held annually over Memorial Day weekend on the banks of the Arkansas River in Little Rock.
Memphis Italian Festival Memphis TN May30-June1 A little taste of Italy, right here in Memphis.
Johnson County Peach Festival Clarksville AR July25-28 Johnson County Peach Festival is the oldest festival in the State. Concessionaires bring their wares from good ol' home cookin' to handmade arts and crafts. Enjoy live entertainment and don't miss the Peach Cobbler Bake-Off and Jam/Jelly Contest.
National Championship Chuckwagon Races Clinton AR August31-September2 Chuckwagon Races, Snowy River Race, bronc fanning, music, concerts, camping, trail riding, western trade show, horse and mule clinics, seminars, and barn dances.


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