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Arkansas Post National Memorial

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the Alligator Slough footbridge
Arkansas Post National Memorial is in the Lower Mississippi Riverine Forest ecoregion.
Over the three centuries of history at Arkansas Post, the area has been greatly changed by both natu
Arkansas Post National Monument cannon firing

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.

Available Activities

Arts and Culture
Cultural Demonstrations
Boating
Fishing
Freshwater Fishing
Food
Picnicking
Guided Tours
Self-Guided Tours - Walking
Hiking
Front-Country Hiking
Living History
Historic Weapons Demonstration
First Person Interpretation
Paddling
Canoeing
Kayaking
Junior Ranger Program
Wildlife Watching
Birdwatching
Park Film
Museum Exhibits
Shopping
Bookstore and Park Store
Gift Shop and Souvenirs

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.

Getting There

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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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.

Location

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34.0039, -91.3084

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