- TripBuzz found 25 things to do with kids in or near Van Buren, Arkansas, including 19 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Fort Smith, Mountainburg and Sallisaw.
- From Wheels In Motion to Didion Athletics, the Van Buren area offers 31 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Theaters, Parks and Gymnastics.
- Located along the banks of the Arkansas River is the city of Van Buren. The city is known for its artistic culture and Victorian-style architecture. The most popular points of interest include the King Opera House, Crawford County Courthouse, one of the oldest operating courthouses in the nation, and local shopping.
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Thrill seekers of all ages can take a ride on The Park at West End's Ferris wheel and carousel. The location also offers traditional amusement park refreshments, including cotton candy.
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A fenced canine recreation facility, Fort Smith Dog Park features a large grass field, trees and a pond that dogs can use to cool off. The park provides a double-gated entrance, benches and dog waste bags.
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Formerly a house of ill repute, Miss Laura's Social Club now houses the visitors' center in Fort Smith, Arkansas. It is the only brothel included on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Creekmore Park has many rare amenities, the most unique being the gas engine train that can be ridden around the park on holidays. There is also miniature golf in the summer, a swimming pool and tennis courts.
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The history of Fort Smith, Arkansas is preserved and presented by the Fort Smith Museum of History. The museum's holdings include hundreds of important artworks, photographs, documents and other objects from throughout Fort Smith's history.
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Located on the banks of the Arkansas River, the Fort Smith National Historic Site contains the remains of two American military forts, a jail and a courthouse. The exhibits focus on Fort Smith's role in American westward expansion during the 19th century.
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Charming vintage trolleys and restored electric streetcars are the star attractions of the Fort Smith Trolley Museum. Visitors of all ages enjoy affordable rides on several functioning trolleys and short presentations given by volunteers.
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Opened in 1982, the Crystal Palace Skating Center is a roller skating rink popular among local residents. Public skating sessions, group outings, and birthday party hosting are among the events hosted at the rink.
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Ben Geren Regional Park provides patrons with a range of recreational activities. They offer rugged trails for mountain bikers and hiking and paved bike trails that are ADA-accessible. The park also offers tennis courts, batting cages, and a golf course.
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A 72-lane bowling center, Bowling World offers open and league bowling along with private event and birthday party hosting. The center provides arcade games, a pro shop, pool tables and a snack bar with food, drinks and adult beverages.