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Museum of Discovery The Museum of Discovery, or Donald W. Reynolds Science Center, was built in 1927 as a National History Museum for the state of Arkansas. The structure qualifies as the oldest museum in Little Rock, containing over 14,000 cultural and historical artifacts, as well as several different species of live animals and insects….

Heifer Village Welcome to Heifer Village, the 70-year-old organization (Heifer International) that has helped over 7 million families in over 125 countries become more self-sufficient and well-fed! This life-saving enterprise began in 1944 with a man named Dan West, a Midwest farmer who stood at the front line of the Spanish Civil War to help…

Arkansas River Trail This expansive 88-mile loop through the Natural State of Arkansas is known as the Arkansas River Trail, and it serves as a well-loved tribute to outdoor recreation, conservation, wellness, and the diverse geographies of the central state. The trail covers Little Rock, North Little Rock, Maumelle, and Conway, crossing the entire metropolitan…

Arkansas Civil Rights Heritage Trail Your next stop will bring together nicely the entire educational trip around Little Rock, the Arkansas Civil Rights Heritage Trail. This historic trail and walking path stretch from the Old State House to the Statehouse Convention Center along Markham Street. The trail was created in 2011 to acknowledge the sacrifices…

Old State House Museum Welcome to the Old State House Museum, the original state capitol of Arkansas and the oldest surviving capitol building west of the Mississippi River. This structure was constructed in a Greek Revival style in 1833, the grounds since then seeing some of the most important events in Arkansas history. Among the most…

Historic Arkansas Museum The Historic Arkansas Museum is a facility covering Arkansas frontier history and modern history, giving your group some basic Arkansas state and geography information not found anywhere else. The museum is located on historic grounds, as you will see once you step foot on the grass and visit the antebellum neighborhood it is…

Clinton Presidential Library Any Clinton fans or politics buffs in your group are going to go crazy for this next stop at the Clinton Presidential Library, a veritable political paradise! The library is part of the Presidential Center and Park and sits on the banks of the Arkansas River, on 29 acres of beautifully maintained…

Hearne Fine Art In 1988, Archie and Garbo Hearne established the Hearne Fine Art building, an establishment that continues to strive to carry out a mission rooted in education. The Hearne is a community grown and supported business that provides a dynamic conduit for preservation and promotion of African American art. From quite humble beginnings,…

Weeki Wachee Springs Melding naturalist ecotourism with traditional tourist landmarks, Weeki Wachee Springs is a unique combination of kitsch and glam, of nature and the performing arts. No matter what you describe it as it’s fun. Home of the Weeki Wachee mermaids, this park is like no other with live performances, a waterpark set in…

Lowry Park Zoo Titled as the “More-to-do Zoo,” Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo is ranked as one of the best and most visited zoos in the southeastern United States for its unique interactive exhibits, beautiful enclosures filled with happy, well-cared-for animals, and a history of incredible animal care. With a mission to connect humans with the…

Mosaic Templars Cultural Center The Mosaic Templars Cultural Center is a museum of African American history that was created in 2001. This museum honors the story of Mosaic Templars of America and of local African American history. The Mosaic Templars Cultural Center also serves as a department of Arkansas Heritage, giving the most immersive information…