Arkansas Post National Memorial
National Memorial ยท Arkansas
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Historic site in Arkansas, United States
The Arkansas Post, officially the Arkansas Post National Memorial, was the first European settlement located along the Mississippi River, in the Mississippi Alluvial Plain, and in the present-day U.S. state of Arkansas. In 1686, Henri de Tonti established it on behalf of Louis XIV of France for the purpose of trading with the Quapaw Nation.
About Arkansas Post National Memorial
Located at the confluence of two rivers, Arkansas Post has served as a gathering place for many cultures throughout human history - it represents cultural cooperation, conflict, synthesis, and diversity.
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Operating Hours
Grounds Hours
The park grounds are open daily: 7:00 am to sunset. The visitor center is open Thursday through Monday: 8:30 am to 5 pm. Please visit the Visitor Center section on this page for more information.
| mon | tue | wed | thu | fri | sat | sun |
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| 7:00AM - Sunset | 7:00AM - Sunset | 7:00AM - Sunset | 7:00AM - Sunset | 7:00AM - Sunset | 7:00AM - Sunset | 7:00AM - Sunset |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter Arkansas Post National Memorial?
Arkansas Post National Memorial is free to enter.
What are the best activities at Arkansas Post National Memorial?
Popular activities at Arkansas Post National Memorial include: Arts and Culture, Cultural Demonstrations, Boating, Fishing, Freshwater Fishing, Food, Picnicking, Guided Tours.
What is the weather like at Arkansas Post National Memorial?
Arkansas shares the same climate classification as the rest of the southeastern United States: humid subtropical. This type of climate features relatively mild winters and hot, steamy summers.
How do I get to Arkansas Post National Memorial?
Arkansas Post National Memorial is located in southeastern Arkansas. The entrance to the park is on Arkansas Hwy 169, seven miles south of Gillett, via US Hwy 165 (The Great River Road), and about 20 miles northeast of Dumas, via US 165.
Entrance Fees
Free Admission
Weather
Arkansas shares the same climate classification as the rest of the southeastern United States: humid subtropical. This type of climate features relatively mild winters and hot, steamy summers.
Directions
Arkansas Post National Memorial is located in southeastern Arkansas. The entrance to the park is on Arkansas Hwy 169, seven miles south of Gillett, via US Hwy 165 (The Great River Road), and about 20 miles northeast of Dumas, via US 165.
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