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Historical, charming, Main Street preserved, and backwoods traditions
Con
Traffic and historical significance is a disappointment
In a nutshell
Urban and rural at the same time
mrclay2000 Says: The University of Arkansas campus at Fayetteville is a collegiate sprawl through dozens of acres in the center of town. Its premier building and its oldest was constructed in 1875 as University Hall. Since that time affectionately referred to as "Old Main" and the first...
BruceDunning Says: The old part of town is nice to drive through and note the old homes, and historic downtown. However, there is not a lot of reason to spend a day there. The town square is mostly offices and the Courthouse. Surrounding streets are merely older homes of not real ornate style....
BruceDunning Says: This is where college meets the locals. There are about 6+ eating places on the strip of 4-5 blocks and liquor, and bars. It looks like it could hop at night if you are up to it. The stores are all in older buildings that look like from 1950-70's strata.
BruceDunning Says: There are two homes that supposedly are able to be viewed. WE were not able to do so because they were closed and may be except for the summer months. One is an now an office while the other the information is lacking. They both are on Center Street, just two blocks west of...
BruceDunning Says: It takes up a good 20+ city blocks and the walk is tedious if you traverse it all. They have 130 buildings and 345 acres to walk. Campus has close to 20,000 students, and been in existence since 1872 for classes. Some of the original structures still stand and are of...
BruceDunning Says: This site is of a battle for the frontier and which State would be North or South. It took place December 1862 over 400 acres of ground. There were 2700 casualties and the South ended up drawing away from the fight. Gen Heron and the North had been pursuing South armies and...
bnstarr84 Says: The Clinton House Museum is the first home of Bill and Hillary Clinton and served as the wedding chapel of Bill and Hillary's wedding on October 11, 1975. Visitors can browse through photographs, historical documents and videos, and learn about a part of the Clintons' life...
icsgirl28 Says: This little shop was Sam Walton's original store. It's located in Rogers Arkansas. I recommend visiting this town in general. It's very reminiscent of small town America as it used to be. It's a beautiful place.
MainstreetAmerican Says: About 25 miles to the south is Devil's Den State Park. Admission to the park is free and there are many hiking trails that range from easy to moderately difficult (for those from the lowlands). If you are not an avid hiker I would recommend the Devil's Den trail. This trail...
mrclay2000 Says: Though the modern campus has a number of architecturally progressive buildings, the Chemistry Building (begun in the 1920s) makes the National Register of Historic Places for its classical architecture. Today's campus has a second chemistry building, both overlooking a...
mrclay2000 Says: The University of Arkansas campus has a handful of structural gems that grace the National Register of Historic Places. Among these is the Chi Omega Greek Theater, built in the 1930s as a gift to the university from the international sorority. Today the beautiful...
Doe's Eat Place: Great steaks at Doe's
Phildagr8 Says: Probably the biggest steak you can get is here at Doe's. I ordered the 2 lb. Porterhouse and it was 2 inches thick! They have a 1-1/2, 2 and 2-1/2 pound cuts, and they're cooked to exactly how you want it. If you leave here hungry, then it's your own fault. :o)They also have...
The Rockin' Chicken: Best Chicken Ever!
MainstreetAmerican Says: The Rockin' Chicken is definitely rocking both with the food and the music. The atmosphere seems to be a hybrid between fast food and diner, but be sure that as of right now this is the only one in existence. Everything here is great and the price is right! The chicken...
MainstreetAmerican Says: I've noticed that during the school year into early summer (June) while the Razorbacks are still playing some sport, the Hogs are the number one priority. Take notice. If you visit on a gameday expect many local hangouts very busy and traffic somewhat of a mess. If you visit...
Lake Wedington Historical Area
mrclay2000 Says: Lake Wedington is a wooded retreat about sixteen to twenty miles westward from the midst of Fayetteville. Historic constructions, namely the cabins and the visitor center or lodge, were built in the 1930s under the WPA, and today (sorry zrim) stand on the National Register...
Van Buren, Another Blast from the Past
mrclay2000 Says: Van Buren lies about forty-five miles south of Fayetteville off I-40. Like any other modern town, the main drags are filled with churches, gas stations, dentists' offices, and the like, but Van Buren also has a finely preserved historic district that runs for several blocks...
Eureka Springs, a Blast from the Past
mrclay2000 Says: Eureka Springs lies roughly sixty miles northeast of Fayetteville. The town will strike the first-time visitor as both one of the best preserved historic towns in the country and a shameless tourist trap of contrived exhibitionism. While both charges are true, there are few...
Shop for Razorback Memorabilia
BruceDunning Says: It is located all around, and I think all out of town visitors pick up some items with that razorback pig for the symbolism
MelUofAalumni Says: Football is best, but also basketball, baseball and more!
mrclay2000 Says: Fayetteville was once a small village in the early 19th century. The modern town has far outgrown its original limits, and today one need not walk far from the historic downtown area and original courthouse to find nothing of the ancient splendor of rural America. The...
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Clinton House Museum - The Clinton House Museum is the first home of Bill and Hillary Clinton and served as their wedding chapel for their wedding on October 11, 1975. Visitors can browse through photograps, historical...
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Fayetteville: City, Town, Village, Outdoor Hub
Like much of Arkansas, Fayetteville offers venues for city and town life, but sits in the midst of some of the country's most beautiful scenery. The Buffalo National River is not far, and the historic...
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They whole town; in fact the State goes hog wild for the Hogs for any sport, but mostly football. They are a loyal group and do not tread on them; they offend easily. The town has about 70,000 people,...
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I currently live here in NW Arkansas. I've heard Fayetteville called many things, but first and foremost it is a college town. The University of Arkansas is the centerpiece of the town and many of the...
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Fayetteville Arkansas is an unusual town. It and its surrounding towns have enjoyed in the past few decades not only population growth, but cultural and entertainment infrastructure. Most of this...
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The Clinton House Museum is the first home of Bill and Hillary Clinton and served as their wedding chapel for their wedding on October 11, 1975. Visitors can browse through photograps, historical...
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