Our Mission
The mission of the Department of Arkansas Heritage is to identify Arkansas’s heritage and enhance the quality of life by the discovery, preservation, and presentation of the state’s cultural, historic and natural resources.
Arkansas History & Heritage
Arkansas's rich heritage and history are woven throughout the state, much like the rich colors, patterns, and textures that are displayed throughout Arkansas's visual arts, architecture, and museums. This tapestry pieces together the stories associated with
Arkansas's historic buildings like the ever popular
Old State House Museum and the little known Hinderliter Grog Shop, and is creatively expressed on stage and canvas in Arkansas's arts and
music, as well as in dance and pottery. The folklore of the
Arkansas people begins with
Native American Tribes and the Trail of Tears and extends to powerful and famous politicians, including the first U.S. president to be elected from Arkansas.
Annual cultural and heritage events offer fun for the entire family and passes on stories about
Arkansas's heritage to future generations. Lesson plans and
free teacher resources enrich the classroom. Once you've gained some insight into Arkansas history, you'll enjoy testing that knowledge with our
interactive trivia quiz. Reward yourself with some unique Arkansas desktop
wallpapers or
download a free screensaver for your computer.
From the Arkansas Delta to the Ozark Mountains and all the
Arkansas geographic regions in between, our heritage - with its varied patterns and incredible richness - is captured in the stories we pass on to successive generations. The stories of who we were and how we lived ground us firmly in the past and guide us confidently into the future. Someone must be responsible for this legacy to ensure
Arkansas history isn't lost. Please explore our website and
contact us today if you need further information.