- The list below includes 23 free or cheap things to do in or near Fort Smith, Arkansas, including 30 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Bowling.
- From Fort Smith National Cemetery to Ben Geren Regional Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Fort Smith and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Van Buren and Sallisaw.
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From 1875 to 1901, the Cherokee National Prison Museum stood as the only prison in the Indian Territory. Now available for tours, the museum features a glimpse into the past through photographs, artifacts and a gift shop.
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Tahlequah's The Spider Gallery is an art gallery and exhibition space that hosts the Cherokee Arts Center. The gallery is a meeting and mentoring space for artists, and provides a venue for Cherokee artists to show their creations.
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514 East Rock Street, Fayetteville, AR
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Hundreds of soldiers who perished in northwest Arkansas during the American Civil War are interred at the Fayetteville Confederate Cemetery. The 3.5-acre cemetery features neat rows of headstones sheltered by large trees and a thick retaining wall crafted from local stone.
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Built in the 1930s, Lake Wedington is actually a man-made lake which was later obtained by the Forest Service. The lake and the area surrounding it are popular for swimming, canoeing, picnicking, hiking, biking, and horseback riding.
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Green Country Cinemas is a locally owned and independently operated theater in Tahlequah. The theater offers digital surround sound on six screens and plays the latest blockbuster titles.
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East & Center Street, Fayetteville, AR 72701
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The epicenter of Fayetteville's historic downtown area, the Fayetteville Downtown Square & Gardens is a picturesque, carefully landscaped area surrounded by a wide array of distinctive shopping and dining options.
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Educational, all ages can enjoy a walk along the Tahlequah History Trail. On the way walkers can learn a lot by reading the history signs; and the path further passes historical destinations such as the Rosamund House and penitentiary.
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Flying Q Farms offers horseback riding lessons for children and adults. They also provide guided trail rides with several horses suitable for clients to ride and have between 6 to 10 horses available for the public.
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Featuring the work of local artist, Murv Jacob, Jacob and Duvall Books & Art showcases his illustrations in its gallery. The art is in a storybook style, and depicts animals in stories from Cherokee legends.
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The premier destination for theater arts in northwestern Arkansas, the Walton Arts Center presents world class performances throughout the year. The most popular productions include musicals, ballets and modern dance performances.