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M any ethnic groups from all across Europe have immigrated to Arkansas
since the 1700s. Throughout the state, evidence of these groups can be seen in the rich cultural traditions and varried settlement patterns. The
following groups represent a small part of the wonderful cultural
diversity that is Arkansas.
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During the 19th and early 20th centuries, many immigrants came to the Arkansas Delta to begin their new lives. French, Irish, German, Swiss, Lebanese, Italian, Syrian, Chinese and Slovakian immigrants came to the Delta for many different reasons; escaping war, depressions or just for a brand new start on life. The Delta Cultural Center's exhibit discusses the important role of immigrants in the formation of Delta towns. For more information on this subject, please contact the Delta Cultural Center at (870) 338-4358 or (800) 358-0972.
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