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GreetinGs!

Warm reGards,

I’m very excited to introduce you to Little Rock and present the wonderful array of attractions, museums, performing arts venues, rich history, diverse heritage and outdoor adventures that await

you in Central Arkansas.Arkansas’s capital city and cultural core and its surrounding cities

provide visitors with a wealth of wonderful and engaging experiences. Our city was recently ranked #1 of America’s 10 Great Places to Live by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance. With all there is to see and do, that was no surprise to us.

Let’s begin downtown. At the east end of President Clinton Avenue is the William J. Clinton Presidential Center and Park and Heifer International. Stroll into Riverfront Park, Little Rock’s 33-acre urban city park along the banks of the Arkansas River. Learn the history of the city’s namesake; enjoy an amazing sculpture garden, children’s splash park and more. Within walking distance is Museum of Discovery, a state of the art science and technology center; Historic Arkansas Museum, showcasing our territorial history; and the Old State House Museum, the oldest standing and operating state capitol west of the Mississippi River. Downtown is also home to the Arkansas Arts Center and the Arkansas Museum of Military History, in MacArthur Park, birthplace of General Douglas MacArthur. Don’t miss the Central High School National Historic Site – a critical component to America’s civil rights movement in the late 1950s.

Tired yet? Well, there is still plenty to experi-ence! The Arkansas Repertory Theater and the new Esse Purse Muse-um are on the rapidly expanding and redeveloped Main Street. Cross the Arkansas River aboard the River Rail Trolley – or one of four pe-destrian access bridges – to the north shore, and enjoy a professional baseball game at Dickey-Stephens Park. Explore the USS Razorback, the longest serving WWII submarine in the world. The 17-mile Arkan-sas River Trail spans both sides of the River, anchored by the Clinton Park Bridge to the east and the spectacular Big Dam Bridge upstream to the west.

I’m proud to call Little Rock home and enjoy sharing our won-derful destination. Our genuine people, charming hospitality, and a new Southern style is truly unique, and I hope you’ll discover why we proudly say, “Life is Better with a Southern Accent. ”

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GreetinGs!

Warm reGards,

I’m very excited to introduce you to Little Rock and present the wonderful array of attractions, museums, performing arts venues, rich history, diverse heritage and outdoor adventures that await

you in Central Arkansas.Arkansas’s capital city and cultural core and its surrounding cities

provide visitors with a wealth of wonderful and engaging experiences. Our city was recently ranked #1 of America’s 10 Great Places to Live by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance. With all there is to see and do, that was no surprise to us.

Let’s begin downtown. At the east end of President Clinton Avenue is the William J. Clinton Presidential Center and Park and Heifer International. Stroll into Riverfront Park, Little Rock’s 33-acre urban city park along the banks of the Arkansas River. Learn the history of the city’s namesake; enjoy an amazing sculpture garden, children’s splash park and more. Within walking distance is Museum of Discovery, a state of the art science and technology center; Historic Arkansas Museum, showcasing our territorial history; and the Old State House Museum, the oldest standing and operating state capitol west of the Mississippi River. Downtown is also home to the Arkansas Arts Center and the Arkansas Museum of Military History, in MacArthur Park, birthplace of General Douglas MacArthur. Don’t miss the Central High School National Historic Site – a critical component to America’s civil rights movement in the late 1950s.

Tired yet? Well, there is still plenty to experi-ence! The Arkansas Repertory Theater and the new Esse Purse Muse-um are on the rapidly expanding and redeveloped Main Street. Cross the Arkansas River aboard the River Rail Trolley – or one of four pe-destrian access bridges – to the north shore, and enjoy a professional baseball game at Dickey-Stephens Park. Explore the USS Razorback, the longest serving WWII submarine in the world. The 17-mile Arkan-sas River Trail spans both sides of the River, anchored by the Clinton Park Bridge to the east and the spectacular Big Dam Bridge upstream to the west.

I’m proud to call Little Rock home and enjoy sharing our won-derful destination. Our genuine people, charming hospitality, and a new Southern style is truly unique, and I hope you’ll discover why we proudly say, “Life is Better with a Southern Accent. ”

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& CeOLittLe Rock convention

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MuseuMsArkansas Arts Center ................................................................... 4Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum ........................................5Arkansas National Guard Museum ........................................ 6Arkansas sports Hall of Fame ...................................................7Central High school National Historic site ....................... 8Clinton Presidential Center & Library ............................. 9-11Historic Arkansas Museum ..................................................12-13Jacksonville Museum of Military History ......................... 14MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History ....... 15esse Purse Museum and store ................................................16Old state House Museum ....................................................... 17Museum of Discovery .............................................................. 24Mosaic Templars Cultural Center .........................................25

ATTrACTIONsArkansas Travelers ...................................................................... 26Bobby’s Bike Hike ........................................................................ 26Central Arkansas Library system .......................................... 27 Hillary rodham Clinton Children’s Library and Learning Center ..........................................................28ron robinson Theater .............................................................. 28Butler Center Galleries and river Market Books & Gifts ............................................29Little rock Zoo ....................................................................... 30-31Heifer Village ................................................................................. 32rock Town Distillery ................................................................... 32

HIsTOrIC LANDMArksOakland & Fraternal Historic Cemetery and Park .........33Arkansas History Commission ...............................................34

GALLerIesuniversity of Arkansas at Little rock Gallery .................34

PerFOrMANCe THeATersArkansas repertory Theater .................................................. 35Ballet Arkansas ............................................................................. 36Celebrity Attractions ................................................................. 37Wildwood Park for the Arts .................................................. 38Murry’s Dinner Playhouse ........................................................39

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ArkANsAs ArTs CeNTerLocated in historic MacArthur Park, the Arkansas Arts Center is the state’s

premiere center for visual and performing arts. Featuring a world-class international collection of art, live children’s theatre productions, art classes, lectures, films, family programs, shopping and dining, the Arkansas Arts Center offers something for everyone. The Arts Center’s permanent collection spans more than 600 years of artistic production with works by many of history’s most famous artists such as Claude Monet and Diego rivera. each year the Arts Center also brings to Little rock special traveling exhibitions that represent the richness and diversity of art and its many voices. Visit today and find your inspiration!

2013-2014 exHIBITION sCHeDuLe

ArT IN CONTexT: seLeCTIONs FrOM THe PerMANeNT COLLeCTIONOngoing

PAuL sIGNAC WATerCOLOrs AND DrAWINGs: THe JAMes T. Dyke COLLeCTIONMay 21, 2013 – Jan 5, 2014; Jan 21 –July 20, 2014

INTerWOVeN: CrAFTJune 18 – Nov 17, 2013

INTerWOVeN: PAPerAug 9, 2013 – Nov 17, 2013

POrTrAITure NOW: DrAWING ON THe eDGeOct 25, 2013 – Feb 9, 2014

FACe TO FACe: ArTIsTs’ seLF-POrTrAITs FrOM THe COLLeCTION OF JACkye AND CurTIs FINCH, Jr.Oct 25, 2013 – Feb 9, 2014

MArk rOTHkO IN THe 1940s: THe DeCIsIVe DeCADeOct 25, 2013 – Feb 9, 2014

eMILy WOOD, ACryLIC PAINTINGNov 5, 2013 – Feb 23, 2014

45TH COLLeCTOrs sHOW & sALeDec 6, 2013 – Jan 5, 2014

THe CrOssrOADs OF MeMOry: CArrOLL CLOAr AND THe AMerICAN sOuTHFeb 28 – June 1, 2014

MuseuM sCHOOL WOODWOrkING INsTruCTOrs GrOuP exHIBITIONMar 18 – July 6, 2014

INCITeFuL CLAyApr 4 – June 29, 2014

53rD yOuNG ArkANsAs ArTIsTs exHIBITIONMay 9 – July 27, 2014

56TH ANNuAL DeLTA exHIBITIONJune 27 – sept 28, 2014

susAN PAuLseN: WILMOTJune 27 – sept 28, 2014

CHILDreN’s THeATre sCHeDuLeChildren’s Theatre Mainstage Production:THe sOrCerer’s APPreNTICeOct 25 – Nov 10, 2013

Children’s Theatre Mainstage Production:THe eNGINe THAT THOuGHT IT COuLDNov 29 – Dec 22, 2013

Children’s Theatre Mainstage Production:CLICk, CLACk, MOO: COWs THAT TyPeJan 24 – Feb 9, 2014

Children’s Theatre Mainstage Production:THe BOy WHO CrIeD WOLFMar 7-28, 2014

Children’s Theatre Mainstage Production:sLeePING BeAuTyApr 25 – May 11, 2014

501 east Ninth st, Little rock501-372-4000Open: Tues-sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; sun 11 a.m.-5 p.m.Closed Mon and major holidaysAdmission: Free. Possible admission charge for some special exhibitionswww.arkansasartscenter.org

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ArkANsAs INLAND MArITIMe MuseuMexperience firsthand how men lived aboard the longest-serving

submarine in the world, the uss razorback (ss-394), at the Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum (AIMM). A veteran of World War II, the Cold War and the Vietnam War, the uss razorback sits on the north side of the Arkansas river and is open for individuals, families, groups and schools to explore and hear her stories from knowledgeable staff.

The adjacent mu-seum features the uss Arkansas (BB-33), uss Arkansas (CGN-41) and uss Hoga (yT-146). In 2014, the museum will also house an exhibit to educate visitors about the Arkansas river and McClellan-kerr Arkansas river Navigation system.

AIMM is located just blocks from the North Little rock’s downtown Argenta Arts and entertainment District, Verizon Arena and Dickey-stephens Park.

120 riverfront Park Dr., North Little rock, 501-371-8320Open: Fri-sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; sun 1-5 p.m.Memorial Day - Labor Day Open:Wed-sat 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; sun 1-5:30 p.m.Admission: Children (under 12) - $5; Adults - $8;seniors - $5; Military - $5www.AIMM.museum

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ArkANsAs NATIONAL GuArD MuseuMThe museum tells the story of the Arkansas National Guard. uniforms,

weapons and other artifacts trace the growth of the Arkansas Guard from its militia roots in 1804 to the well-trained, well-equipped fighting force of today. The history of the post, which dates from 1917, is also told in the museum. Two large scale models of the World War I and World War II post help tell that story. Photographs and artifacts further explain the post’s role during the past 96 years. The museum is housed in Lloyd england Hall, an impressive structure on the National register of Historic Places. Located in Camp robinson, the museum is easily accessible from I-40, exit 150. Visitors should be prepared to show vehicle registration and proof of insurance to enter the post.

Camp robinson, North Little rock501-212-5215Open: Mon-Fri & one weekend per month (see website); 8 a.m.-3 p.m.Admission: Freewww.arngmuseum.com

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3 Verizon Arena Way, North Little rock501-663-4328Open: Mon-Fri 10 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.Admission: 6 and under - Free;6-17 - $3; 18-61 - $6; 62 and above - $4;Active military with proper identification - $3www.arksportshalloffame.org

ArkANsAs sPOrTs HALL OF FAMe MuseuMThe Arkansas sports Hall of Fame Museum is located inside Verizon

Arena in North Little rock and honors the state’s greatest athletes, coaches and teams.

The museum houses information and memorabilia about nationally known sports figures such as Jerry Jones, scottie Pippen, Cliff Lee, Brooks robinson, Torii Hunter and Mark Martin. you’ll also find information on Arkansans who aren’t as well-known, yet achieved greatness in football, basketball, baseball, golf, tennis and even the Olympics.

More than 350 men and women have been enshrined in the Arkansas sports Hall of Fame during the past half-century. Their accomplishments come to life through frayed uniforms, autographed game balls and champi-onship trophies. Former razorback Pat summerall nar-rates the museum’s introductory video that visitors watch in our surround-sound theater.

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2120 Daisy L. Gatson Bates Dr.,Little rock, 501-374-1957Open: Daily 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.Closed Thanksgiving Day,Christmas Day and New year’s DayAdmission: Freewww.nps.gov/chsc

CeNTrAL HIGH sCHOOL NATIONAL HIsTOrIC sITeIn september 1957, Little rock Central High school became a crucial

battleground in the struggle for civil rights. The nation watched as nine African-American teenagers attempted to enter the all-white school only to be turned away by Arkansas National Guard troops. The crisis that followed put on trial America’s commitment to its founding principles. The nine students’ courageous demand for equal rights brought the

nation further along its path of democracy for all.

Visit Little rock Central High school National Historic site and see the place where history was made. Learn more about the events that challenged the citizens of this nation to debate the meaning of equal rights - a debate

that continues today. Listen as the participants tell their stories about what happened at the school, and test your knowledge of your own rights under the Constitution. This is a history lesson you’ll never forget.

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CLINTON PresIDeNTIAL CeNTerThe William J. Clinton Presidential Center and Park is an educational

and cultural venue offering a variety of special events, educational programs and lectures throughout the year. Most importantly, the Center chronicles and celebrates President Clinton’s four decades of helping individuals and communities at home and around the world build a better future.

Whether you are interested in the full-scale Oval Office replica or the many temporary exhibits, visit the Center today. From celebrating Oscar de la renta to World series Champions st. Louis Cardinals, our temporary exhibits each tell a unique story and are selected to enhance your presidential experience. Admittance to temporary exhibits is included in the Center’s regular admission fee.

1200 President Clinton Ave.Little rock501-374-4242Open: Mon-sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m.;sun: 1-5 p.m.Admission: Visit websitewww.clintonpresidentialcenter.com

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CLINTON PresIDeNTIAL LIBrAryThe Clinton Presidential Library and

Museum is one of 13 presidential libraries administered by the National Archives and records Administration. Presidential libraries preserve the documents and artifacts of our presidents and provide insight into the times in which these presidents lived and served the nation. The library serves as the repository for the official records of the Clinton Presidency.

In addition to the archival collection and research facilities, the Clinton Presidential Library and Museum features exhibits, special events and educational programs.

The Clinton Presidential Library and Museum is located within the Clinton Presidential Center and Park. The center includes the Little rock offices of the Clinton Foundation and the university of Arkansas Clinton school of Public service.

1200 President Clinton Ave.Little rock501-374-4242Open:Mon-sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m.;sun 1-5 p.m.

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Admission: youth (6-17) - $3;College students - $5;Adults - $7;seniors - (62 and older) - $5

www.clintonlibrary.gov

The museum features two levels of exhibits utilizing photographs, videos and interactive monitors. Permanent exhibits include a 100-foot-long timeline presenting a day-by-day account of the Clinton Presidency, as well as replicas of the Oval Office and the Cabinet room. A series of alcoves highlight various foreign and domestic topics. Other exhibits focus on life in the White House. These include displays related to state visits, entertainment, holidays, national celebrations, and presidential gifts. Also onsite is an orientation theater showing a 12-minute biographical film on President Clinton. In addition, the changing exhibit gallery hosts several unique exhibits a year.

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HIsTOrIC ArkANsAs MuseuMHistoric Arkansas Museum celebrates

Arkansas’s cultural and material heritage with a restored half block of the original City of Little rock, 1850s log house and farmstead, seven galleries of Arkansas-made fine and decorative art, an interactive children’s gallery, a museum store with Arkansas products and much more.

Take time to explore the state’s oldest neighborhood, where medicine came from the herb garden and the newspaper was printed on a hand-operated press. Create your own experience as you guide yourself through the past, Wednesdays through sundays. At each stop, you’ll find someone is always home, whether it is a Living History actor, a pioneer demonstrator, a blacksmith or a costumed interpreter. each day is different. you can take a staff-guided tour with one Living History encounter on Mondays and Tuesdays.

stroll through the galleries at your leisure and see evidence of Arkansas’s rich past through objects made and used by Arkansans. see how the state’s creative legacy has continued when you visit the museum’s contemporary galleries devoted to today’s Arkansas artists.

200 e. Third st., Little rock501-324-9351Museum Open:Mon-sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m.;sun 1-5 p.m.Admission: Free

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Historic grounds and houses open 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., with guided tours on Mon and Tues; self-guided tours Wed through sun.Admission: 18 & under - $1; Adults - $2.50; Adults (65+) - $1.50Closed New year’s Day, easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas eve and Christmas Day.www.HistoricArkansas.org

46TH ANNuAL CHrIsTMAs FrOLICDec 8, 2013, 1 - 4 p.m.

9TH eVer NOG-OFFDec 13, 2013, 5 - 8 p.m.

A sure DeFeNse: THe BOWIe kNIFe IN AMerICADec 13, 2013 - June 22, 2014

2ND FrIDAy ArT NIGHT2nd Friday of every month in 20145 - 8 p.m.

41sT ANNuAL TerrITOrIAL FAIrMay 10, 2014, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

FrONTIer FOurTH OF JuLyJuly 4, 2014, 2 - 4 p.m.

GreAT ArkANsAs QuILT sHOWAug 8, 2014 - May 3, 2015

ArkANsAs MADe GALLeryPermanent exhibit

kNIFe GALLeryPermanent exhibit

We WALk IN TWO WOrLDs: THe CADDO, OsAGe AND QuAPAWPermanent exhibit

NOTe: events and exhibits listed are free.

Visit the museum’s gallery focused on the Native American experience in Arkansas, primarily of the state’s earliest tribes: the Caddo, Osage and Quapaw. The exhibit highlights the language, art and life ways of Native Americans in Arkansas, the removal period from the Native American perspective and the continuing viability of these three nations.

Find original gifts handcrafted by artisans from around the state in the Museum store. From fused glass jewelry to hand-carved kitchen utensils to the truly unique gourd instruments, buy it in the Museum store, or online and we’ll ship it to you.

Historic Arkansas Museum is a museum of the Department of Arkansas Heritage.

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JACksONVILLe MuseuM OF MILITAry HIsTOryThe Jacksonville Museum of Military History displays exhibits and

tells the story of Arkansas and regional military history. Did you know that more than 85 percent of World War II detonators and fuses were produced at the Arkansas Ordnance Plant in Jacksonville? And the women who worked at the plant were called WOWs? Did you know during the Cold War, Arkansas was home to 18 Titan II Missiles, the largest nuclear weapon ever deployed? From the Civil War Battle of reed’s Bridge, to the current day Global War on Terrorism, there’s no place else you can see artifacts from a local Civil War battle, climb into a T-37 Cockpit Trainer and execute a simulated missile launch. Join us for special programs and events like our annual Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day scheduled for the first saturday in April.

Photos courtesy of the Jacksonville A&P Commission.

100 Veteran’s Cir., Jacksonville, 501-241-1943Open: Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m.;sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m.Admission: 5 & under - Free;18 & under - $1; Adults - $3; Military & seniors - $2www.jaxmilitarymuseum.org

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MACArTHur MuseuM OF ArkANsAs MILITAry HIsTOryThe MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History, located in the

historic Tower Building of the Little rock Arsenal, interprets our state’s military heritage and honors the contributions of Arkansas servicemen and women, at home and abroad, who served in military conflicts from the state’s territorial period to the present.

The Arsenal Building, a National Historic Landmark and one of Little rock’s oldest surviving structures, was built in 1840 to protect Arkansans from Indian attack. It witnessed pivotal exchanges between Federal and Confederate forces during the Civil War and later became the birthplace of General of the Army, Douglas MacArthur. The MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History ensures that “old soldiers never die.” Instead, their sacrifice and service are preserved for future generations.

503 e. Ninth st., Little rock501-376-4602Open: Mon-sat 9 a.m.-4 p.m.;sun 1-4 p.m.Admission: Freewww.arkmilitaryheritage.com

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1510 s. Main st., Little rock501-916-9022Open: Tues-sun 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; Closed: holidaysAdmission: Children under 6 - Free; Adults - $10; students (6-18); seniors (60+); Military - $8Group rates and tours offered.www.essepursemuseum.com

esse Purse MuseuM & sTOreCome see what’s inside the esse Purse Museum, which shows the

evolution of the 20th-century American woman through the bags she carried and the items they contained.

The by-decade displays of purses are complemented by items women from each era carried — history held in a handbag. Three dioramas feature specialty purses, and a large, whimsical art installation addresses the essence of a woman, her handbag and the contents within.

The museum store offers high quality and highly unusual handbags and other items to strike your fancy, many handcrafted by local, national and international artisans. With price points all along the spectrum, the store offers something for everyone.

esse Purse Museum offers free parking and is close to many other south Main street attractions.

THE RIVER MARKET DISTRICT (adjacent to Riverfront Park) is Little Rock’s official entertainment district, and is filled with great bars, clubs, restaurants and shops. Ottenheimer Market Hall is its heartbeat, featuring a food court and souvenir store. Behind it are two beautiful open-air pavilions that host a full calendar of events and are home to the city’s oldest and largest farmers’ market. “SoMa” (the South Main Street district) Home to eclectic shops, restaurants and The Bernice Garden, a community gathering spot with a sculpture gar-den featuring works by Arkansans, and events in-cluding a weekly farmers’ market, festivals, and a monthly vintage market. THE RIVER RAIL ELECTRIC STREETCAR TROLLEY makes getting around a breeze. Drivers highlight both cities’ downtown attrac-tions, like the H.U. Lee International Gate and Garden – honoring American Taekwondo As-sociation founder, Eternal Grandmaster H.U. Lee – and North Little Rock’s vibrant Argenta Arts Dis-trict. Trolleys make ex-ploring both downtowns a pleasure.

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Situated at The Natural State’s geographic center, Little Rock is a thriving metropolitan area located along the beautiful south bank of the Arkansas River.

RIVERFRONT PARK (between the Broadway Bridge and the Clin-ton Presidential Park Bridge) is home to many great attractions and events. First Security Amphitheater, a premiere outdoor con-cert venue, offers scenic views of the river as a backdrop. Behind the Little Rock Marriott is the Vogel Schwartz Sculpture Garden, featuring more than 30 dynamic pieces of exquisite art. Nearby, Peabody Splash Park gives visitors with a welcome respite from the summer heat. A stone’s throw to the east is La Petite Roche Plaza, home of the city’s namesake (yes, there really is a “little rock”). The William E. “Bill” Clark Presidential Park Wetlands showcase river wildlife in a restored wetlands habitat, and is adjacent to the William J. Clinton Presi-dential Library and Museum and the Clinton Presidential Park Bridge. Little Rock’s other parks offer recreational opportunities to out-door enthusiasts of all ages. Allsop, MacArthur, and Murray parks provide unique outdoor experiences, as does North Little Rock’s 1,700-acre Burns Park. Another must-see North Little Rock at-traction is the Old Mill, believed to be the only surviving building used in a scene from the 1939 film classic “Gone with the Wind.” Don’t miss walking or riding the Arkansas River Trail, a 34-mile loop connecting both cities via four pedestrian and bicycle-friendly bridges. Take a hike up Pinnacle Mountain, located just 30 min-utes from downtown.

Find your unique adventure– with a Southern Accent SM

500 President Clinton Ave., Little Rock501-396-7050Open: Tues-Sat, 9 a. m.-5 p.m.; Sun, 1-5 p.m.*Open most Monday holidaysAdmission: Under age 1 - Free; 1-12 - $8; Adults - $10 www.museumofdiscovery.org

MUSeUM OF DiSCOveRyLocated in the River Market District, the Museum of Discovery is

the state’s premier science and technology center where children and adults alike get energized about science, technology and math in a dynamic, interactive environment. The museum features 90 hands-on exhibits and a variety of engaging programs. Take shelter from a powerful twister in the Tornado Alley Theater, experience the principles of physics and force on a bed of nails, create without limits in the Tinkering Studio and meet animals from around the world.

Be sure to visit the explore Store for unique and educational gifts to continue your museum experience after you’ve departed.

OLD STATe HOUSe MUSeUMArkansas starts here. Already under construction when Arkansas

became a state in 1836, The Old State House Museum has a history as colorful as the state it was built to represent. The Museum is designated as a National Historic Landmark, although to many, the Greek Revival building is best known as the backdrop of President Bill Clinton’s 1992 and 1996 election-night celebrations. The museum focuses on Arkansas’s history beginning with its statehood, and is home to several diverse exhibits and collections. Lights! Camera! Arkansas!, the most recent exhibit, centers on the state’s involvement in the film industry. The Museum also hosts several educational programs each month. A full schedule can be viewed on the web at oldstatehouse.com.

300 Markham St., Little Rock501-324-9685 Open: Mon-Sat 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sun 1 - 5 p.m. Admission: Free. www.oldstatehouse.com

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MOsAIC TeMPLArs CuLTurAL CeNTerCome celebrate Arkansas’s African American life and culture! The

Mosaic Templars Cultural Center, a museum of African American history and culture, is located at the corner of West Ninth and Broad-way streets in downtown Little rock. The museum offers a variety of exhibits, self-guided and guided tours, educational programs, and dynamic public programs.

explore the accomplishments of African Americans and their impact on the landscape of Arkansas and the nation. Discover local African American artists and authors in the Museum store and one of the largest selections of black-themed children’s literature.

The Mosaic Templars Cultural Center is a museum of the Department of Arkansas Heritage.

BOO!seuMOct 24, 2013

sHADes OF GreATNess: ArT INsPIreD By NeGrO LeAGues BAseBALL Through Dec 1, 2013

HOLIDAy OPeN HOuseDec 1, 2013

MLk CHALLeNGeJan 20, 2014

JuNeTeeNTH CeLeBrATIONJune 14, 2014

501 W. Ninth st., Little rock501-683-3593Open: Tues-sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed: sun,Mon, New year’s Day, Thanksgiving,Christmas eve, and Christmas DayAdmission: Freewww.mosaictemplarscenter.com

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ArkANsAs TrAVeLersThe Arkansas Travelers baseball club is the Double A affiliate of the Los

Angeles Angels of Anaheim. Beautiful Dickey-stephens Park will be going into its eighth year and is considered one of the most elite ballparks in all of Minor League Baseball. Group tickets, suites and picnic areas are available. Please call (501) 664-1555 for more information.

400 W. Broadway, North Little rock501-664-1555www.travs.com

400 President Clinton Ave., Little rock 501-613-7001Open: Daily 9 a.m.-8 p.m. www.bobbysbikehike.com/littlerock

BOBBy’s BIke HIkeLocated in the Little rock river Market, directly on the 15-mile Arkansas

river Bike Trail, Bobby’s Bike Hike provides bikes for all ages and fitness levels. Weekly tours include “Historic Neighborhoods” and the “Pork & Bourbon Bike Tour.” Or rent a bike and explore the beautiful river Bike Trail scenery out to the Big Dam Bridge, North America’s longest pedestrian/bicycle bridge built for that purpose. Free helmets, locks and maps.

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100 rock st, Little rock501-918-3000Open: Mon-Thur 9 a.m.-8 p.m.;Fri-sat 9 a.m.-6p.m.; sun 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Admission: Freewww.cals.org

CeNTrAL ArkANsAs LIBrAry sysTeMFor more than 100 years, the Central Arkansas Library system (CALs),

Arkansas’s largest public library system, has helped patrons with materials and services for their information and enjoyment. Books, DVDs, audio books and computers are available at 14 CALs branches for Pulaski and Perry county residents. Last year, more than 2 million people visited our branches and checked out more than 2.5 million items.

CALs offers free wireless internet access in all branches, laptop computers for in-house check out, a state-of-the-art rFID self check system, an “Ask-a-Librarian” chat function for immediate service and thousands of eBooks and audio books in its Downloadable Library.

Programming and resources are all free. Just use your library card.

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HILLAry rODHAM CLINTON CHILDreN’s LIBrAry AND LeArNING CeNTerFeed your child’s love of reading and learning at the library. Central Arkansas

Library system’s 14 branches have books, DVDs, computers, and much more. The Main Library’s youth services department and Level 4, a teens-only area, have terrific programming and services. The Children’s Library & Learning Center offers a teaching kitchen, greenhouse, computer lab, theater, and outdoor spaces to explore.

Hillary rodham Clinton Children’s Library and Learning Center4800 W. Tenth st., Little rock, 501-978-3870

Main Library youth services and Level 4 Teen Center100 rock st., Little rock, 501-918-3000www.cals.org

1 Count Pulaski Way,Little rock501-918-3000www.cals.org

rON rOBINsON THeATerIn late winter, Central Arkansas Library system (CALs) will open the

ron robinson Theater in the Arcade Building. Join us at Little rock’s newest downtown performance theater for films, musical performances, speakers, children’s programming, and other great educational experi-ences. Find program information for the latest addition to the Main Library campus at cals.org.

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Butler Center Galleriesat the Arkansas studies Institute Building401 President Clinton Ave., Little rock501-320-5790, www.butlercenter.orgriver Market Books & Gifts120 river Market Ave., Little rock501-918-3093, www.cals.org

BuTLer CeNTer GALLerIes AND rIVer MArkeT BOOks AND GIFTs shop for unique art and gifts at the Central Arkansas Library system’s

(CALs) Main Library campus in downtown Little rock’s river Market District. The Butler Center for Arkansas studies hosts four art galleries, including a retail gallery, which feature the work of Arkansas artists and exhibit art related to the state. The exhibition galleries host rotating exhibits including works from the CALs permanent collection.

The Cox Creative Center is home to river Market Books & Gifts, central Arkansas’s largest used book store with three floors of “gently read” books and gift items, as well as Bookends Café, the library’s literary café.

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THe LITTLe rOCk ZOOThe Little rock

Zoo has a rich history of educating children of all ages about the importance of wildlife conserva-tion by providing engaging experiences that inspire people to value and conserve our natural world. The Zoo serves as a hands-on classroom in an outdoor environment where learning is fun. The Zoo is committed to providing the highest quality care for its animals while striving to make every guest experience special. As one of Arkansas’s most attended family attractions, the Zoo also serves as a driving force for economic development. New attractions such as the Laura P. Nichols Penguin Pointe exhibit and the new Cheetah Outpost make the Zoo a popular cultural attraction that locals and tourists visit time and time again. That’s why the citizens of our community support the state’s largest and only accredited Zoo.

#1 Zoo Dr. (I-630 and Fair Park)Little rock501-666-2406Open: Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Last Admission at 4 p.m.Closed: New year’s Day,Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day

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Admission:Infants under 1 year - FreeChildren (1-12 years) - $8Adults (13 and up) - $10seniors (60 and up) - $8Group rates available with prior reservations.www.littlerockzoo.com

The Little rock Zoo brought wildlife to the citizens of Arkansas in 1926 with just two animals: an abandoned timber wolf and a circus-trained bear. Today, the Little rock Zoo boasts nearly 700 animals

representing more than 200 different species.

As an accred-ited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquari-ums (AZA), the Little rock Zoo is a participant in the AZA species survival Plan (ssP). The ssP is a comprehensive population management and conservation program to ensure the survival of select endangered species. Through being a member of ssP, the Little rock Zoo has contributed to the survival of many threatened and endangered species.

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1216 e. sixth st., Little rock501-907-5244Open: sun-Fri 1-5 p.m.; sat 1-6 p.m.Admission: $7 per personwww.arkansaslightning.com

rOCk TOWNDIsTILLeryrock Town Distillery is the first of

its kind in Arkansas, an artisan craft distillery that uses grains from Arkansas to distill award winning spirits. During the tour, we’ll take you through the whole process of making spirits, from grain to glass with a tasting at the end. Come see us at rock Town Distillery – experience it today.

HeIFer VILLAGeCome see how Heifer International works with communities to end

poverty and hunger while caring for the earth. explore the exhibits to learn about some of the world’s pressing challenges and possible

solutions. schedule a program to learn more about resource issues faced by com-munities everywhere. Visit [email protected] for artisan-friendly products from around the world.

1 World Ave., Little rock501-907-COWs (2697)Open: Mon-sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Admission: Freewww.heifer.org/village

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2101 Barber st., Little rock501-372-6429Open: Daily 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Admission: Freewww.facebook.com/OFHP

OAkLAND & FrATerNAL HIsTOrIC CeMeTery AND PArkOakland & Fraternal Historic Cemetery Park was established in 1863.

In 2010, it was placed on the National register of Historic Places in Arkansas. This beautiful 62-acre park is the final resting place for many Little rock pioneers, such as J. H. southall, one of the founders of the Medical Department at the Arkansas Industrial university (precursor to uAMs). you can also find people, like Logan roots, who was a member of the u.s. House of representa-tives; John kennedy, a Civil War Medal of Honor winner; and, suffragette Clara McDiarmid, just to name a few. you can visit them and many more on our free 97-stop, self-guided Mobile Phone Tour. We also offer guided tours such as our “Twilight Tour.” Contact us for rates and availability, or to set up a private group tour. All proceeds go to rebuilding, conserving and uncovering this great historical site. Hear the history of the people and enjoy the artistry of some of Little rock’s early stone carvers today! Where history lives forever!

1 World Ave., Little rock501-907-COWs (2697)Open: Mon-sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Admission: Freewww.heifer.org/village

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One Capitol Mall (next to the state Capitol)Little rock501-682-6900Open: Mon-sat 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Closed: sunday, state holidaysAdmission: Freewww.ark-ives.com

ArkANsAs HIsTOry COMMIssION As the official state Archives,

the Arkansas History Commission has the state’s largest collection of Arkansas historical and genealogical materials. From original state constitutions to governors’ papers to county records, a full range of documents related to Arkansas’s past are available for viewing. The agency also maintains a small exhibit area that interprets the history of Arkansas.

Fine Arts BuildingGallery I & II (1st Floor), Gallery III (2nd Floor)2801 s. university Ave., Little rock501-569-8977Open: Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m.;Winter & spring Open:sat 10 a.m.-1 p.m., sun 2-5 p.m.Closed university HolidaysAdmission: Free and Open to the Public www.ualr.edu/art

uNIVersITy OF ArkANsAs AT LITTLe rOCk GALLery PrOGrAMThe gallery program highlights

contemporary and traditional visual arts and applied design, and maintains a permanent collection. Three galleries in the Fine Arts Building showcase emerging and established artists, as well as traveling, invitational and student exhibitions. Guest lectures are designed to cultivate a diverse audience and create dialogue among students, faculty and the community.

DusTIN FArNsWOrTH (ABOVe)

JeNNIFer ANDersON (ABOVe)

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ArkANsAs rePerTOry THeATreFounded in 1976, Arkansas reper-

tory Theatre is the state’s largest nonprofit professional theatre company. A member of the League of resident Theatres (LOrT D), The rep has produced more than 300 productions, including 40 world premieres, in its historic building in the newly emerging Creative Arts Corridor in downtown Little rock. Producing Artistic Director robert Hupp leads a resident staff of designers, technicians and administrators in the creation of seven or more productions for an annual audience in excess of 70,000. The rep produces works that range from con-temporary comedies and dramas to world premieres and the classics of dramatic literature, receiving only half of its budget from ticket sales and more than half of its contributed revenue from individual donations throughout Central Arkansas. For more information, visit www.therep.org.

601 Main st., Little rock501-378-0405Box Office Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Box Office Hours During Performance runs:9 a.m.-Curtain, Wed - Fri;12 p.m.-Curtain, sat - sunwww.therep.org

reDThrough Nov 10, 2013

BeCAuse OF WINN DIxIeDec 4 - 29, 2013

CLyBOurNe PArkJan 22 - Feb 9, 2014

Les MIserABLesMar 5 -Apr 6, 2014

THe seCOND CITyApr 29 -May 11, 2014

THe COMPLeAT Wrks OF WLM sHksPr (ABrIDGeD)June 4 - 29, 2014

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524 Main st., Arkansas Building, opening 2014Little rock501-223-5150 Open: Tues-sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: $20 - $52Performance Times: Visit Websitewww.balletarkansas.org

2013-2014 PerFOrMANCes AND eVeNTs:

BALLeT ArkANsAs PreseNTs sTuDIO TO sTAGeOct 24 - Nov 14, 2013Central Arkansas Library system’s Hillary rodham Clinton Children’s Library and Learning Center/Horace Mann Magnet

THe NuTCrACker TeA Dec 8, 2013The Capital Hotel

BALLeT ArkANsAs PreseNTs THe NuTCrACker WITH THe ArkANsAs syMPHONy OrCHesTrADec 13-15, 2013robinson Center Music Hall

TurNING POINTe GALAMar 2014

BALLeT ArkANsAs PreseNTs MOMeNTuMApr 25-27, 2014Arkansas repertory Theatre

BALLeT ArkANsAs suMMer INTeNsIVe June 16-27, 2014

BALLeT ArkANsAs Ballet Arkansas, the state’s only professional dance company, exists

to provide world-class dance performances to Arkansans through a permanent company of dancers. An essential part of the Arkansas arts community for 35 years, Ballet Arkansas continues to be a trailblazer for the advancement of dance in Arkansas. From the revival and per-formance of world-renowned classic ballets to the commissioning of newly created choreography, Ballet Arkansas is doing its part to ensure a luminous future for ballet. As a pillar of the Arkansas arts community, Ballet Arkansas is committed to increasing the visibility and accessibility of ballet as well as inspiring and educating Arkansas youth about dance.

For tickets and more details, visit www.balletarkansas.org.

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CeLeBrITy ATTrACTIONsDedicated to bringing Broadway and more to you

since 1983, Celebrity Attractions is a presenter and producer of national tours and handles the marketing and group sales across the southwest and Midwest. Celebrity Attractions, in association with local partnerships, is pleased to present nationally touring Broadway seasons in seven different regional markets, including: Little rock, Arkansas; Tulsa and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; springfield, Missouri; and Lubbock, Amarillo and Abilene, Texas. In Little rock, Celebrity Attractions has brought in such Broadway blockbusters as “Wicked,” “Les Misérables” and Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” to the historic robinson Center Music Hall. Celebrity Attractions is proud to present quality productions that excite audiences of all ages. Thanks to more than 32,000 season subscribers, Celebrity Attractions continues to be the best choice for theatrical, musical and family entertainment!

Bringing Broadway & More to you!

300 s. spring st., ste. 100Little rock501-244-8833Box Office Open: Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Admission and Performance Times:Visit Websitewww.celebrityattractions.com

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20919 Denny rd., Little rock501-821-7275Open: Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m.;sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; sun Noon-5 p.m.Admission: Freewww.wildwoodpark.org

WILDWOOD PArk FOr THe ArTsWildwood Park for the Arts is home to Little

rock’s largest botanical gardens, the 625-seat Lucy Lockett Cabe Festival Theatre, 4,000 square feet of indoor reception areas, as well as studios, classrooms and production spaces for the arts. Located

in West Little rock’s lush Chenal Valley, Wildwood’s vision is to provide op-portunities for lifelong learning, engage the imagination and celebrate the human spirit through encounters with nature and the arts: visual, per-

forming, literary, horticultural, culinary and more. The Park’s arts concert programming, educational projects and the maintenance of Wildwood’s gardens are made possible by the funds, time and energy of generous donors and volunteers throughout our community, including the Arkansas Arts Council, an agency of the Department of Arkansas Heritage.

Create – recreate – Celebrate

WINe reserVe DINNerNov 1, 2013

ruNWILD! 5k (CerTIFIeD rACe)Nov 9, 2013

THe HOT sArDINes IN CONCerTNov 15, 2013

HOLIDAy TOur OF HOMesDec 7, 2013

LANTerNs! FesTIVALFeb 14-16, 2014

WeLLNess WeekeNDApr 12, 2014

16TH ANNuAL WINe & FOOD FesTIVALspring, 2014

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Murry’s DINNer PLAyHOuseMurry’s Dinner Playhouse,

one of the nation’s premier dinner theatres, has been providing Arkansas with top Broadway musicals, comedies, and celebrity at-tractions for 47 years. enjoy an excellent meal, followed by a spectacular Broadway show, all at one low price. Our 2014 season includes the classic musical “Oklahoma!,” Neil simon’s “Come Blow your Horn,” hilarious comedies like “Don’t Dress For Dinner,” and many more.

6323 Colonel Glenn, rd.Little rock501-562-3131show Times & schedule OnlineAdmission: $23-$35www.murrysdp.com

OTHER LITTLE ROCK ATTRACTIONS

Arkansas State Capitol501-682-5080 • 500 Woodlane Dr. • Little Rock

www.SOS.Arkansas.gov

Arkansas Symphony Orchestra 501-666-1761 • 2417 N. Tyler St. • Little Rock

www.ArkansasSymphony.org

Little Rock National Cemetery 501-324-6401 • 2523 Confederate Blvd. • Little Rock

www.Cem.VA.gov/cems/nchp/littlerock.asp

Mount Holly Cemetery501-376-1843 • 1200 S. Broadway St. • Little Rock

www.MountHollyCemetery.com

Segway of Arkansas 501-372-3200 • 404 E. Third St. • Little Rock

www.SegwayOfArkansas.com

Witt Stephens Jr. Central Arkansas Nature Center501-907-0636, Ext. 104 • 602 President Clinton Ave. • Little Rock

www.CentralArkansasNatureCenter.com

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Bill and Hillary Clinton national airport

Historic curran Hall • 615 E. Capitol avE.

robinson auditorium • Broadway and MarkhaM

sHop tHe rock • 400 prEsidEnt Clinton avE.

stateHouse convention center • 7 statEhousE plaza

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