Arkansas Heritage

Arkansas Heritage Arkansas Heritage promotes the preservation and presentation of Arkansas’ natural and cultural resources.
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The Division of Arkansas Heritage is a part of the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism. The Division of Arkansas Heritage was created in 1975 to preserve and promote Arkansas’s heritage as a source of pride and enjoyment for all. DAH's four museums and four heritage resource agencies provide Arkansas information resources and unique contributions to the preservation and promotion of

Arkansas heritage. The Division of Arkansas Heritage is a part of the Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism. We encourage you to interact, discuss, reminisce and share your memories of our state and its heritage on this page. We ask that you keep your comments and posts relevant, positive and respectful. This is an open forum, but it’s also a family-friendly site. We do not allow graphic, obscene, explicit or racial comments or submissions, nor do we allow comments that are abusive, hateful or intended to defame anyone. We reserve the right to remove any post and ban any user, and we do not allow solicitations, spam or advertisements. DAH Museums:
- Delta Cultural Center chronicles the legacy of the Arkansas Delta http://www.deltaculturalcenter.com/
- Historic Arkansas Museum interprets pioneer life on the Arkansas frontier http://www.historicarkansas.org/
- Mosaic Templars Cultural Center promotes the story of Arkansas’s African-Americans from 1870 to the present http://www.mosaictemplarscenter.com/
- Old State House Museum illustrates Arkansas’s political past http://www.oldstatehouse.com/

DAH Heritage Resource Agencies:
- Arkansas Arts Council advances and empowers the arts in Arkansas http://www.arkansasarts.org/
- Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission establishes and maintains a system of natural areas, including a central repository on endangered species http://www.naturalheritage.com/
- Arkansas Historic Preservation Program manages the state’s historic and cultural resources and to operate the Main Street Arkansas program http://www.arkansaspreservation.com/
- Arkansas State Archives is responsible for collecting and preserving our state’s historical documents and public records
http://www.ark-ives.com/

We believe that understanding and appreciating our heritage makes us better citizens. Knowing who we are and where we come from lets us create a better future for us all.

06/05/2026
🎨 Want to get your work into a gallery? Here’s your chance to learn how. Join the Arkansas Arts Council for an in-depth ...
06/04/2026

🎨 Want to get your work into a gallery? Here’s your chance to learn how. Join the Arkansas Arts Council for an in-depth workshop with artist Robert Bean, who’ll share his personal roadmap for landing gallery representation—what works, what doesn’t, and how to make your portfolio do the talking.
Workshop highlights:
Pros & cons of gallery representation
What galleries are actually looking for right now
How to get your foot in the door
5 registered artists will be randomly selected for a personalized virtual portfolio review + one-on-one consultation with Robert Bean after the workshop. Register now → arkansasheritage.com

in Arkansas history, the state capital is moved from Arkansas Post to Little Rock. Today, you can visit Arkansas Post ...
06/01/2026

in Arkansas history, the state capital is moved from Arkansas Post to Little Rock. Today, you can visit Arkansas Post Museum State Park, the Old State House Museum (which was the first state capitol building), and the current State Capitol building to experience some of Arkansas' early history.

Preserving Our History: The Arkansas State Archives“In 1905, Reynolds drafted legislation to create the Arkansas History...
05/26/2026

Preserving Our History: The Arkansas State Archives

“In 1905, Reynolds drafted legislation to create the Arkansas History Commission. The legislation passed and the Arkansas History Commission, designed to serve as the official archives of Arkansas, became not only the third state archives in the nation, it also became one of our first state agencies.”

Read the full article at: https://loom.ly/mjAcz08

Looking for something meaningful to do this Memorial Day weekend? Take time to reflect, explore, and connect with Arkans...
05/22/2026

Looking for something meaningful to do this Memorial Day weekend? Take time to reflect, explore, and connect with Arkansas’ history at the Old State House Museum in the cultural corridor of downtown Little Rock.

Our newest exhibit, "Before Us, Beyond Us," brings together 250 years of Arkansas history, highlighting the people, moments, and milestones that shaped the state we know today. From resilience to reinvention, it’s a powerful way to honor the past while spending time with family and friends this weekend.

Hours: Tuesday – Saturday | 9 AM – 5 PM
Sunday | 1 – 5 PM

The exhibit is free and open to the public — just stop in and experience the stories that built Arkansas.

Did you know that the Delta Cultural Center has the longest running daily radio show in America? King Biscuit Time debut...
05/20/2026

Did you know that the Delta Cultural Center has the longest running daily radio show in America? King Biscuit Time debuted in 1941 on newly-opened radio station KFFA-AM with Delta bluesmen Sonny Boy Williamson (II) and Robert Lockwood Jr. Today, it’s hosted at the Delta Cultural Center in Helena by Thomas Jacques, interim director of the museum.

You can tune in each weekday on the Delta Cultural Center’s page or (if you’re near Helena) 103.1 KFFA-FM on your radio dial from 12:15 – 12:45 p.m.

05/19/2026

Did you know we are hiring? The Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission (ANHC) is seeking a Chief of Stewardship (Biologist II) to help lead our team of conservation professionals dedicated to protecting Arkansas’ rare species and natural communities.

This Little Rock-based, full-time position plays a key role in managing the ANHC System of Natural Areas, which spans nearly 80,000 acres across each of the state’s unique ecoregions. The position will lead the agency’s stewardship team in planning and coordinating management of Natural Areas across the state.
If you're an experienced land manager with a strong background in biology, ecology or ecosystem restoration, as well as a passion for preserving Arkansas’ natural heritage, we’d love to hear from you!

📍Little Rock
Learn more and apply here: https://arcareers.arkansas.gov/job/Little-Rock-BIOLOGIST-II-AR-72201/1391513100/

The Black History Commission of Arkansas will host a symposium, “Arkansas Black Officials in Reconstruction” on Saturday...
05/18/2026

The Black History Commission of Arkansas will host a symposium, “Arkansas Black Officials in Reconstruction” on Saturday, June 6, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Mosaic Templars Cultural Center.

Featured speakers include Matthew Caston, Dr. Donna Shelton, Phyllis Hammonds, Mayor Ora Barnes and Pastor Jarvis Smith. Topics include “Rush to Freedom: The Story of Anderson Louis Rush,” “Gilded Age Grassroots Politics in the Arkansas Delta,” “Local to State Black Political Power in the Late Nineteenth Century,” and “A discussion on the successes, obstacles, and distinct personalities of 10 legislators who represented Phillips and Lee Counties during Reconstruction.” Teachers can earn up to 3 hours of Teacher PDH credit.

The event is free. Registration is required. Deadline to register is May 26. Register at: https://loom.ly/S7Lf148

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1100 North Street
Little Rock, AR
72201

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Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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+15013249150

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