General Attractions - Page 2
Downtown Bentonville – Home to shops, restaurants, museums and more. Locally grown produce, crafts and handmade items are sold at the Farmers’ Market on Saturdays in April-November. The Farmers’ Market is located across the street from the historic Walton Five & Dime. 479-254-0254. www.downtownbentonville.org.
Eureka Springs and North Arkansas Railway – Excursion train and dining car rides. Lunch and dinner are served aboard the Eurekan Dining Car. Departs from a historic depot. Snack bar and gift shop. Highway 23 N., Eureka Springs. 479-253-9623. www.esnarailway.com.
Historic Downtown Eureka Springs - Take the trolley or stroll the streets of this storybook downtown district. America's Victorian Village. Browse boutiques, galleries and shops. Book a night at a bed and breakfast or reserve a luxury suite at a historic hotel and spa. Fine dining and casual eateries offer many options for all appetites and budgets. www.eurekasprings.org
Historic Downtown Main Street Rogers – The Main Street Rogers program is a branch of the National Trust for Historic Preservation and is one of only 19 Main Street Communities in the state. Stroll brick-lined streets, admire historic architecture and dine in one of many fine restaurants in the district. Visit Frisco Park and the Frisco Line Railroad car. www.mainstreetrogers.com.
Jones Center for Families - This 220,000-square-foot community center offers educational, social and recreational activities and houses classrooms, a conference center, a chapel, gyms, swimming pools and an indoor ice-skating rink. Family-friendly events are held throughout the year. Ark. 265 and Emma Ave., Springdale. 479-756-8090. www.jonesnet.org
Mildred B. Cooper Memorial Chapel – Designed by famed Arkansas architect E. Fay Jones, this awe-inspiring structure built of wood and glass accentuates its natural environment, creating an ideal place for a wedding or quiet meditation. 504 Memorial Dr., Bella Vista. www.beautifulbellavista.com/chapel.htm.
Museum of Native American Artifacts - "Walk through America's Past" and view actual artifacts from America's first inhabitants. Dating back 14,000 years, these pieces of history have been uncovered and collected throughout North America for display and divided into five different time periods. 202 SW 'O' St., Bentonville. 479-273-2456. www.museumofnativeamericanartifacts.org.
The New Great Passion Play – America’s #1 attended outdoor drama celebrates its 40th anniversary by adding new music and new scenes. A cast of 250 actors, live animals, sensational sound and expert lighting on a multi-level 750-foot-wide stage combine to bring the passion of Christ to life. 935 Great Passion Play Rd., Eureka Springs. 866-566-3565. www.greatpassionplay.com.
Northwest Arkansas Naturals – The region’s minor league baseball team. A Double-A affiliate of the Kansas City Royals. The Naturals play the first home game of their inaugural season April 10, 2008, at the brand-new Arvest Ballpark in Springdale. The park holds up to 7,500 people and welcomes group tours and meetings. 56 E. Watkins Ave., Springdale. 479-927-4900. www.nwanaturals.com.
Opera in the Ozarks at Inspiration Point – Innovative opera performance center that serves as a springboard for some of the country’s brightest opera talents. Three fully staged operas are presented at the annual summer opera festival in June and July. Performances take place in the open-air pavilion theatre. 16311 Highway 62 W., Eureka Springs. 479-253-8595. www.opera.org.
Ozark Mountain Hoe-Down – A variety show featuring comedy, bluegrass, gospel music and much more. Pro-viding high-quality entertainment for the entire family since 1981. 3140 E. Van Buren, Eureka Springs. 800-468-2113. www.eurekasprings-hoedown.com.
Pea Ridge National Military Park – A crucial Civil War battle for control of Missouri, this 4,300-acre park includes the entire battlefield, the historic Elkhorn Tavern and the original remnants of the Telegraph/Military Road. The park is also part of the Civil War Discovery Trail, the Lower Missouri Civil War Heritage Trail and the Trail of Tears National Historic Trail. 15930 Hwy. 62, Garfield. www.nps.gov/peri.
Peel House – The stunning Italianate mansion built in 1865 features unique Greek Revival and Anglo-Japanese flourishes. Stroll through the historic outdoor gardens and dig through history in the archival library. 312 N. Main, Bentonville. www.peelmansion.org.
Pine Mountain Jamboree – Eureka Springs’ original country music and comedy stage show. The Mike Bishop production features the best in bluegrass, gospel, pop, rock, big band, Cajun and country-western music performed by top entertainers. Original comedy acts. Shows March-October with a special Christmas performance. 2075 E. Van Buren. 479-253-9156. www.pinemountainjamboree.com.
Pinnacle Hills Promenade - Features an array of upscale retailers including Coach, Pottery Barn, Sephora, Williams-Sonoma and many others. Enjoy fine dining at P. F. Changs, Fish City Grill and Mimi's Cafe. Also on-site is a Malco 12-screen movie theater. 2203 Promenade Blvd., Suite 3200, Rogers. 479-936-2160. www.pinnaclehillspromenade.com.
Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park – One of America’s most intact Civil War battlefields. Park interprets the battle on December 7, 1862, when Confederate troops attempted to stop Union forces from advancing south. Offers driving and walking tours. Highway 62 W., Prairie Grove. www. arkansasstateparks.com/prairiegrovebattlefield.
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