MacArthur Museum, Little Rock
If you are a military enthusiast or a military service member, the MacArthur Museum may well be the highlight of your visit to Little Rock. It has many showings and displays that provide visitors with information about the legacy and history of Arkansas' armed forces. The MacArthur Museum received its name after Douglas MacArthur, the legendary army general during World War II and Korean War. He was born in the Tower Building of the Little Rock Arsenal, which is where the museum is currently located.
When you step foot inside, you will be surrounded by an abundance of objects that represent the women and men from Arkansas who have served in the military. Some of the items that you will be able to catch a glimpse of are artifacts, weapons, photographs, uniforms, documents, medals, and so much more. The mission of the MacArthur Museum is to ensure that everyone who visits has gained a clear and informed understanding of the courageous past of the Arkansas' military.
When you step foot inside, you will be surrounded by an abundance of objects that represent the women and men from Arkansas who have served in the military. Some of the items that you will be able to catch a glimpse of are artifacts, weapons, photographs, uniforms, documents, medals, and so much more. The mission of the MacArthur Museum is to ensure that everyone who visits has gained a clear and informed understanding of the courageous past of the Arkansas' military.
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Sight Name: MacArthur Museum
Sight Location: Little Rock, USA (See walking tours in Little Rock)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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Sight Location: Little Rock, USA (See walking tours in Little Rock)
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Walking Tours in Little Rock, Arkansas
Create Your Own Walk in Little Rock
Creating your own self-guided walk in Little Rock is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Little Rock Introduction Walking Tour
Little Rock, the capital of Arkansas, is a cultural, economic, government, and transportation center of the State. Sitting on the south bank of the Arkansas River, it became the capital of Arkansas Territory in 1821 and was incorporated as a city in 1831.
The name "Little Rock" (French: La Petite Roche) was coined by the French explorer and trader Jean-Baptiste Bénard de la Harpe in... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.8 Km or 2.4 Miles
The name "Little Rock" (French: La Petite Roche) was coined by the French explorer and trader Jean-Baptiste Bénard de la Harpe in... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.8 Km or 2.4 Miles
Little Rock History Walking Tour
Lying in the heart of the State of Arkansas, separated from its sister city of North Little Rock by the Arkansas River, the city of Little Rock boasts an abundance of cultural attractions and monumental landmarks, which have been luring tourists for more than a century. Among them are a bunch of family-friendly locations that saw momentous events in American history.
One such notable site is... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.8 Km or 2.4 Miles
One such notable site is... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.8 Km or 2.4 Miles
Bill Clinton's Little Rock
Bill Clinton, the 42nd President of the United States and the former Governor of Arkansas, has strong ties to Little Rock, where several significant locations mark his legacy. Besides the Capitol, you can see many other places where he spent time while living in the city. These locations reveal a lot about his character, hobbies, and job.
The Clinton Presidential Library stands as a symbol of... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.7 Km or 3.5 Miles
The Clinton Presidential Library stands as a symbol of... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.7 Km or 3.5 Miles