Old State House Museum
The Old State House Museum is the original state capitol building of Arkansas and the oldest standing state capitol building west of the Mississippi River. Since 1833, when construction began, the building and its grounds have witnessed many of the most important events in Arkansas history. Today, the museum’s exhibits and events are open to the public.
Our History
As the Old State House inches closer to being 200 years old, we recall the many uses for this historic facility: the first capitol building for Arkansas, the Arkansas War Memorial, home of the Arkansas State Police, medical school, and now, of course, museum. The Old State House continues to play a vital role in preserving, sharing, and celebrating the history of Arkansas and its people.
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We Have an Event Coming Up!
Holiday Open House
- December 05, 2021
- 01:00PM - 05:00PM
Festive fun this season at the Old State House
Arkansas Chamber Singers at OSHM
- December 10, 2021
- 07:00PM - 08:00PM
Returning this December is our series of holiday concerts by the Arkansas Chamber Singers
Arkansas Chamber Singers at OSHM
- December 11, 2021
- 03:00PM - 04:00PM
Returning this December is our series of holiday concerts by the Arkansas Chamber Singers.
Arkansas Chamber Singers at OSHM
- December 12, 2021
- 03:00PM - 04:00PM
Returning this December is our series of holiday concerts by the Arkansas Chamber Singers.
Volunteer
At the Old State House Museum, you can bring a smile to a child, understanding to an adult and recollection to a senior citizen. As a volunteer, you can make a difference here.
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