MacArthur Museum Of Arkansas Military History

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The MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History was founded to provide a museum to portray the military history of Arkansas and its citizens. It is located in one of the oldest still existing buildings in the state - the old Arsenal Building. This building was the birthplace of General Douglas MacArthur.

Exhibits vary from photographs to uniforms to military relics, covering a variety of wartime eras from the Civil War to Iraq. It is also home to an oral history collection seeking stories from veterans', seeking to preserve an understanding of the individual contribution to military history.

There is a small gift shop in the tower that provides books and collectibles relating to military history, and a small theater plays documentaries daily that relate to current exhibits.

Both self-guided and guided tours are available, as well as special educational programs for school children.

Cost of admission to the museum is free, and it is located near Little Rock's Rivermarket District, which allows for other sightseeing after visiting the museum.


From I-630, take the Center Street exit and travel north. Turn right on East 9th Street. The museum is located in MacArthur Park.

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