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Fort Smith National Historic Site

National Historic Site Arkansas Oklahoma

Explore life on the edge of frontier and Indian Territory through the stories of soldiers, the Trail of Tears, scandals, outlaws, and lawmen who pursued them. From the establishment of the first Fort Smith on December 25, 1817, to the final days of Judge Isaac C. Parker's jurisdiction over Indian Territory in 1896, Fort Smith National Historic Site preserves almost 80 years of history.

Entry Fees

No additional fees

Weather Information

Fort Smith weather includes four distinct, yet temperate seasons. Spring and fall are usually mild while late summer is hot and humid. During winter months, temperatures occasionally dip into the teens. Forecast often changes dramatically due to surrounding weather influences. Arkansas's central location allows weather systems from all directions to influence its climate. The area is prone to flash flooding and river flooding in rainy seasons.

Address

301 Parker Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72901

Activities & Topics

Guided Tours Self-Guided Tours - Walking Junior Ranger Program Park Film Museum Exhibits Shopping Bookstore and Park Store African American Heritage Archeology Ruins Explorers and Expeditions Forts Incarceration Jails and Prisons Medicine Hospital Military Artillery Cavalry Schools and Education Transportation Trains and Railroads Wars and Conflicts Tribal Conflicts Civil War Westward Expansion Women's History Animals Birds River and Riparian Scenic Views