fort smith national historic site map

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Fort Smith National Historic Site, located at 301 Parker Avenue in Fort Smith, Arkansas, is a popular tourist attraction that offers a glimpse into the …

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Jan 3, 2025
Such an incredible experience, getting to walk around the museum and see the history with the prison and learn about Cherokee bill and Judge Parker … My volunteer tour guide, John Spain, is what re… Full review by TripsAh0y
Nov 24, 2024
Cool National Historic Site with expansive grounds to check out and a pretty decent museum detailing its history. Make sure to check out both downstairs and upstairs. Full review by thewanderingmeatball
Nov 14, 2024
Great conscience! On our visits to NPS sites we have been trying to see flag raising in the morning...This morning at Fort Smith we were walking up to flagpole at exact time as "Cody" the Ranger tha… Full review by 623miller

Questions & answers

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Is there RV/camper parking available?
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Yes you should be able to get an RV/Camper in the lot. If not there is street parking
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Answer by Joey J · Apr 10, 2021
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How long would you allow for just the outside things you can access right now?
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30 to 45 mins is what we did but we did not walk the full area if a nice day could see spending an hour or a bit more
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Answer by Dan D · Feb 21, 2021
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Does anyone know if the flooding has impacted the site? Anything closed?
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We were there three weeks ago, and the old fort site was not accessible. They did mention that on their website. That notice is no longer there and I know the Arkansas River has …
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We were there three weeks ago, and the old fort site was not accessible. They did mention that on their website. That notice is no longer there and I know the Arkansas River has gone down so I expect it should all be open again. I know the bridge (just west of the site, leading to OK) was closed on our trip and reopened about a week later.
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Whath is the adr ?
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Fort_Smith_National_Historic_Site- 301 Parker Avenue Fort_Smith_Arkansas
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Answer by Karen L · Nov 25, 2017
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Whath is the adress ?
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Being a "landmark driver" let me add to physical address...the last stoplight before Garrison Avenue Bridge take a left (or first light and right coming from OK)
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Frequently asked questions

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What is the acreage of the park?
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The current park size is 37 acres, but Fort Smith National Historic Site is authorized 75 acres.
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