Children's Museums

Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum

Name: Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum
Address: 120 Riverfront Park Dr, North Little Rock, AR 72114, North Little Rock, AR, US
Telephone: (501) 371-8320
Rating: 4.7

★★★★☆ 4.7 (815 reviews)

📍 120 Riverfront Park Dr, North Little Rock, AR 72114

📞 (501) 371-8320

🌐 nlr.ar.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/arkansas-inland-maritime-museum

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	Closed
Thursday	Closed
Friday	10 AM–5:30 PM
Saturday	10 AM–5:30 PM
Sunday	1–5:30 PM

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About Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum

WWII-era submarine tour & other exhibits. Exhibits on naval history & Arkansas aquaculture, plus tours of USS Razorback, a WWII-era submarine. The USS Razorback submarine housed 107 crew members in extremely cramped quarters, where they worked and slept in temperatures around 100 degrees Fahrenheit and could only shower for 30 seconds approximately every 2 weeks. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 815 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Maritime Museum with Historic Naval Vessels
Main Attractions: USS Razorback submarine and USS Hoga tugboat from Pearl Harbor
Best For: History enthusiasts, school groups, families (ages 5+)
Admission: $12 adults, $6 kids (5-12), under 5 free
Experience: Guided and self-guided tours of operational WWII submarine and historic tugboat

💡 Did You Know?

⭐The USS Razorback submarine housed 107 crew members in extremely cramped quarters, where they worked and slept in temperatures around 100 degrees Fahrenheit and could only shower for 30 seconds approximately every 2 weeks
🏛️The museum features the USS Hoga, a tugboat that was present at Pearl Harbor during the December 7, 1941 attack and is now available for self-guided walk-through tours
⭐The attraction offers unique overnight 'Submarine Sleepovers' where visitors can sleep in the actual crew quarters of the USS Razorback submarine for $45 per person (minimum 10 people)
⭐Submarine tours require visitors to climb a 14-foot ladder to access the vessel, limiting accessibility and creating a notable physical challenge mentioned frequently in reviews

💬 What Visitors Say

🕐Arrive early or plan to visit during off-peak hours (weekday mornings) since submarine tours operate first-come, first-served with a 10-person capacity per tour and depart every 30 minutes. Last tours start at 5:30 pm in summer and 4:30 pm in winter.
💬Be physically prepared: submarine tours require climbing a 14-foot ladder to enter. Those with claustrophobia or mobility limitations should consider the museum-only option ($2) or the tugboat self-guided tour instead.
💬Groups of 8 or more can save money by booking group rates ($6 per person) at least 48 hours in advance, making it an excellent option for school field trips, scouts, or family reunions.
💡Teachers and homeschool educators should request the available educational programs and lesson plans to enhance the visit. The submarine's living conditions (107 men, 100°F temperatures, no showers for 2 weeks) provide powerful historical perspective that resonates with visitors.
💡Children under 5 cannot access the submarine for safety reasons but can visit the museum only for free. Plan accordingly if visiting with very young children—the tugboat walk-through and Peace Garden are suitable alternatives.