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Fort Smith National Historic Site

301 Parker Avenue, Fort Smith, Arkansas 72901 USA

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“life on the edge of an Indian Territory”

From the establishment of the first Fort Smith on December 25, 1817, to the final days of Judge Isaac C. Parker's jurisdiction over Indian Territory in 1896, Fort Smith National Historic Site preserves almost 80 years of history. Visitors can explore life on the edge of Indian Territory through the stories of soldiers, the Trail of Tears, dangerous outlaws, and the brave lawmen who pursued them.

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Reviewed by
constantine07

  • 4 Reviews
  • 2 Helpful
October 21, 2021
Rated 1.0

There’s a homeless community camped out there and they we’re watching us and our car. We got the Jr. Ranger book and left.

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Reviewed by
ShannaBriano

  • 8 Reviews
  • 8 Helpful
August 19, 2015
Rated 5.0

This was a wonderful stop! We enjoyed stretching our legs visiting the original Ft Smith site and learning the history. We also stopped in at George's for some yummy down home cooking. Everyone was super nice and just a wonderful group of people. I highly recommend visiting.

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Reviewed by
dwagner818

  • 18 Reviews
  • 24 Helpful
July 30, 2014
Rated 3.0

Seemed interesting...tour was cut short due to a really bad passing storm and lost electricity so we didn't make it past the ground floor, but the volunteer guide (not a park ranger) was extremely informative and passionate about the history at Fort Smith.

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Reviewed by
jenniferrogers3

  • 2 Reviews
  • 1 Helpful
July 27, 2018
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This was a great little stop! Grounds are free! Some interesting things to learn.

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kristyjones1

  • 2 Reviews
  • 0 Helpful
March 13, 2018
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Disreguard my last review. The written address is fine as is but using the navigate button the GPS took us to a location across the street from dollar general...

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kristyjones1

  • 2 Reviews
  • 0 Helpful
March 13, 2018
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Address from app is not accurate but here's the actual address to follow: 301 Parker Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72901

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heddyma

  • 1 Review
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May 27, 2017
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Very informative.

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Reviewed by
marchayot

  • 7 Reviews
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February 01, 2017
Rated 4.0

I always enjoy visiting this park. Whether you are an indoor or outdoor enthusiast you will find something to enjoy.

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Reviewed by
prisilla

  • 2 Reviews
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December 18, 2014
Rated 4.0

This was much better than I expected. The volunteer guide was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the history. Glad I made the stop!

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Fort Smith National Historic Site

301 Parker Avenue
Fort Smith, Arkansas
72901 USA
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