Old Washington Historic Park

Old Washington Historic Park One of Arkansas' oldest towns and it contains Historic Washington State Park on Arkansas' oldest road. Come experience history!
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Travel back to the 19th century in Historic Washington, Arkansas. Established on George Washington's birthday in 1824, the town of Washington today is one of America's premier historic villages and Historic Washington State Park is a National Register of Historic Places site. More than 30 carefully restored Arkansas landmarks and historic structures, including classic examples of Southern Greek Re

vival and Federal architecture, Gothic Revival, Italianate, and hand-hewn timber framing or brace-frame cottage construction, stand as a legacy to life in Washington from 1824 to 1900. Tour the public buildings and homes; see the remarkable collections of antiques, guns and knives; visit with the guides in period attire and ride the surrey on a tour of the various Arkansas historical sites in town for an unforgettable historic experience. Please take as many photos as you want and remember to share them with everyone visiting this public page. Any public photos can be chosen for use with photographer credit.

Casual dress is fine, but feel free to go all in with period dress if you have it. This evening is all about fun, not pe...
09/15/2026

Casual dress is fine, but feel free to go all in with period dress if you have it. This evening is all about fun, not perfection.

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 7pm - 9pm
Cost: $15 single, $25 per couple
Spots Available: Minimum 4 people to hold class, open enrollment
Register by calling the park at 870-983-2684.

This Saturday, learn the full process of historic wool dyeing and walk away with your own hand-dyed skeins. Call now, sp...
09/14/2026

This Saturday, learn the full process of historic wool dyeing and walk away with your own hand-dyed skeins. Call now, space is nearly gone.

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 10am - 3pm
Cost: $25 per person
Spots Available: Limited to 6 participants
Register by calling the park at 870-983-2684.

Regular admission gets you access to Frontier Days programming both Friday and Saturday. No extra reservations needed, j...
09/13/2026

Regular admission gets you access to Frontier Days programming both Friday and Saturday. No extra reservations needed, just come explore the town's earliest history.

Date: Friday, September 18 - Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 9am - 3pm
Cost: Regular admission price
Spots Available: Open to the public, no reservation limit
For more information, call the park at 870-983-2684.

Spots for Frontier Day for Homeschools go quickly each fall. Sign your group up early to lock in this hands-on adventure...
09/12/2026

Spots for Frontier Day for Homeschools go quickly each fall. Sign your group up early to lock in this hands-on adventure for your students.

Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
Time: 9am - 3pm
Cost: $5.50 for ages 3 and up
Spots Available: Limited group spots, reservations required
Contact the park for reservations and details at 870-983-2684.

Have lunch at the restaurant on Sunday. They offer a buffet and regular menu every Sunday.
09/11/2026

Have lunch at the restaurant on Sunday. They offer a buffet and regular menu every Sunday.

09/11/2026

Join us for the morning session, the afternoon session, or both. Tools are provided, just bring your own gloves and a willingness to work.
Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Time: 9am - Noon & 1pm - 3pm
Open to all volunteers.
Tools provided, please bring your own gloves.

Come alone or bring a partner, either way you'll leave with new friends and a few new dance moves from Dances of the Pas...
09/10/2026

Come alone or bring a partner, either way you'll leave with new friends and a few new dance moves from Dances of the Past.

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 7pm - 9pm
Cost: $15 single, $25 per couple
Spots Available: Minimum 4 people to hold class, open enrollment
Register by calling the park at 870-983-2684.

Crafters and history lovers alike will enjoy this deep dive into 19th century textile dyeing. No experience needed, just...
09/09/2026

Crafters and history lovers alike will enjoy this deep dive into 19th century textile dyeing. No experience needed, just curiosity about how it was done.

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 10am - 3pm
Cost: $25 per person
Spots Available: Limited to 6 participants
Register by calling the park at 870-983-2684.

Bring the kids, bring the grandparents, everyone can enjoy learning how Washington got its start during this weekend of ...
09/08/2026

Bring the kids, bring the grandparents, everyone can enjoy learning how Washington got its start during this weekend of frontier era programming.

Date: Friday, September 18 - Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 9am - 3pm
Cost: Regular admission price
Spots Available: Open to the public, no reservation limit
For more information, call the park at 870-983-2684.

The table was set. Scones and cucumber sandwiches were out for all. The seating chart was finalized. Col. Williams has a...
09/08/2026

The table was set. Scones and cucumber sandwiches were out for all. The seating chart was finalized. Col. Williams has assured me that all of his invitations came back with acceptance. We will have a full house.

Now, the fun begins… Are you ready to meet our characters?

Address

103 Franklin Street
Washington, AR
71862

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18709832684

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