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Location
Visitor tip
Use the cell phone tour feature to enhance your visit with detailed information about specific exhibits throughout the museum
Best time
Visit in March or other off-peak months to enjoy a less crowded experience while still accessing all exhibits and staff assistance
Visitor tip
Kids can participate in interactive exhibits and request a 1920s-era soda fountain drink, making it an engaging experience for families
About Fort Smith Museum of History
Local artifacts & a 1920s soda fountain. Warehouse of artifacts depicting local development along with a 1920s-era soda fountain & gift shop.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Natural History Museum
- Location
- 320 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith, AR
- Membership
- Available; Teacher Appreciation gift memberships May 4-8
- Special Events
- Inaugural Darby Days (free outdoor event), Black History Month programming, seasonal celebrations
What visitors say
A hidden gem of a museum! Friendly staff, was not crowded at all when I visited (albeit in March). They have a cell phone tour that you can use for more information on certain exhibits. Although mostly geared towards adults, there are…
It's a nice place to kill an afternoon. They had a lot of history and antiques on display, and I found it very interesting. A very kid friendly place. They had several activities that kids could interact with. The custodians were…
Had a great time. They had some very interesting display about the local history. The young lady working there (she was doing everything) was super helpful and very nice.
From 360 Google reviews
Did You Know?
- Features a functional 1920s-era soda fountain where visitors can order period-authentic sodas on request
- Offers free museum admission during special events and provides cell phone tours for self-guided exhibit exploration
- Collaborates with multiple regional museums including Fort Smith National Historic Site, Miss Laura's Brothel Museum, and Chaffee Crossing Barbershop Museum as part of a coordinated local history network
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