Eureka Springs Things to Do

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An awesome and inspiring icon of Eureka Springs. The monumental statue of Jesus Christ stands over 67 feet tall. Sculpted by Emmet Sullivan, one of the assistants on Mount Rushmore, in 1966. It is visible from many points around Eureka Springs, Arkansas. It is the third-tallest sculpture of Jesus in the world after two Messiah statues in South America.

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It is located about 6 miles west of the downtown off Hwy 62. This site has been a draw for over hundreds of years, and focus came with settlers in about mid 1800's. Before that Indians lived here, and revered the spring that flowed. Since 1993 the garden is for display after many years of people expanding the spring area. It now has 33 acres to view of 93 total, some of flowers, and the rests wooded. The trip can take about 3/4 hour to see and walk through. They have let some thing deteriorate since 1993, and it shows. On the other hand they need money to keep going.
The spring flows 38 million gallons of water a day-a lot-and it flows into White River. They have a small dam and bridge going over the water. A crooked walkway is interesting on the one side. Under the limestone cave ledges is where Osage Indians lived over 10,000 years, and kept out of weather elements. Many artifacts were found here. In 1903 Frank Massiman bought 3800 acres for $1 per acre, and eventually in 1946 they were shipping "curative" waters out of the springs to cities. Open 9-5 mid March to mid November and price is $7.25

Take a hike up to the Crescent Hotel and catch the view. There are trails that lead from downtown up the hill to the Crescent Hotel. Once at the hotel take the stairs at one end of the rear veranda all the way to the top.

This is best done at dusk before dinner. Then hike to a good restaurant in the valley and tuck in.

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The reason for the drive by is is is closed, and has been for a couple of year now. Word is it may be another couple before it gets redone. The home is from 1881 and was relocated from CArthage Missouri. The current owner is struggling, but still trying to bring back the fashion and tours.

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This is one of the best little churches in the US. It is hidden on the hill be Crescent Hotel. Locals who are CAtholic know it because it is their worship place. Visits are a wonder to see all the ornate beauty and color. It started in 1909, and was in disrepair after around 1950's until revival. Richard Kerens, a wealthy person of railroad base built it to memorialize his mother. He died in 1916. The chandelier has 7511 crystal pieces and 102 chains holding it. Around 1960's the group got together and raised funds to bring back to its original condition. The stained glass windows are new, but replicate an era of the past. It was to be a bit a a take off of Sophia in Turkey, but a lot of Hungary influence is here due to the locals being of that origin. The whole building inside and out makes you feel humble and reverent.
Please give a respectable donation to keep it going

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This is one of the best little churches in the US. It is one of the more ornate beauty and color. It started in 1909, and was in disrepair after around 1950's until revival. Richard Kerens, a wealthy person of railroad base built it to memorialize his mother. The chandelier has 7511 crystal pieces and 102 chains holding it. Renovated in 1960's, the stained glass windows are new, but replicate an era of the past. It was to be a bit a a take off of Sophia in Turkey, but a lot of Hungary influence is here due to the locals being of that origin.
Donation help keep this going-give hard and deep

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Pitched on a high mound, it is its own setting within the Passion Play compound. This statue can be seen for miles. The statue is 67 feet tall, without the feet since he does not have any. This was intended to be a monument for a fun park that never materialized. The Passion Play is mid April through Mid October and the theater holds 4,100 people. Adjacent buildings are for eating areas, and gift shopping. Passion Play plays on your wallet. BAsic fare is $25 for the play only, and with other exibits thrown in can reach up to $65. Save Me.

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This is on Main Street about 1 mile out of town. It has many old cars and engines there. Rides are 10-4 daily and cost is $12 for the 4 1/2 miles, or dinner trip is $36-38 and leaves at 5PM. This is the line that brought people to the springs since 1883. The trains are vintage from 1890's and the locomotive pulling the cars is from 1940. Runs are every 1 1/2 hours.