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The largest facility dedicated to the study of Arkansas history, housed in two historic buildings (built in 1882 and 1914) adjoined by a present-day structure. The Main Library of the Central Arkansas Library System is next door.
The mission of the Butler Center for Arkansas Studies is to promote "a greater understanding and appreciation of Arkansas history, literature, art, and culture." Named after Richard C. Butler Sr., a noted Little Rock lawyer and philanthropist, the primary function of the Butler Center is as a research library and historical archive, specializing in Arkansas related materials. The offices and collections of the Butler Center are located in the Bobby L. Roberts Library of Arkansas History & Art in Little Rock.
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The largest public library in Arkansas. The building is the former warehouse of the Fones Brothers Hardware Company (founded in 1865, ceased operation in 1987), completed in 1920. In 1993, the city approved a bond to restore the building, and the library eventually moved there in 1997.
Ste 150. Science and history museum with interactive exhibits. Great for kids.
This beautiful downtown park overlooking the Arkansas River is the site of La Petite Roche ("the little rock"), the rock formation for which the city is named. In addition, the park hosts the annual Riverfest celebration every Memorial Day weekend. An outdoor amphitheater for concerts is also located here.
Features an aquarium, a taxidermy collection, and part of the Arkansas River Trail.
Preserves four historic antebellum homes, also has a gallery with changing exhibits. General admission free.
Markham and Scott. The second city-owned convention center, adjoins the Peabody Hotel.