Our Old State House has its own piece of heavy artillery present on the front lawn, and it still stands guard after 144 years. Yes, it’s the indomitable “Lady Baxter,” and boy, what a life that th ... Read More
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Lady Baxter stands vigilant after 144 years at the Old State House
Kids can explore their curiosities at Summer Fun 2018
Summer Fun 2018 will focus on the Old State House Museum’s Cabinet of Curiosities: Treasures from the University of Arkansas Museum Collections exhibit. Students will learn all about the sometimes ... Read More
Old State House Museum recognized for exhibit design by Arkansas Museum Association
The Old State House Museum received an award for “Outstanding Achievement in Exhibitions” from the Arkansas Museums Association (AMA) during the association’s annual conference in March. The ... Read More
How Arkansas Got its Name
Do you know the history of the name “Arkansas” and how it became the name of our state? From spelling to pronunciation, Arkansas hasn’t always been “Arkan-SAW.” Arkansas was named after a sect ... Read More
Saving Our Capitol
The story of the Old State House is anything but simple. As the original Arkansas capitol, the building itself has been through its fair share of ups and downs. For a comprehensive look at the lif ... Read More
Travel Back in Time for National Forefathers Day on Dec. 21
The concept of time travel may sound like a scene from a science fiction movie, but the Old State House Museum is giving patrons the perfect opportunity to step back in time in recognition of Nati ... Read More
Check Out Our Curiosities on Absurdity Day!
Celebrate National Absurdity Day on November 20 at the Old State House Museum. Embrace all things absurd in our “Cabinet of Curiosities: Treasures from the University of Arkansas Museum Coll ... Read More
OSHM Oct. Blog: First Family/National Story Day
Arkansans are known for storytelling — tall-tales, sentimental reminiscences and funny family stories. Whether you’re a native Arkansan or a new resident of The Natural State, chances are yo ... Read More
Nine Boy Scout Badges at the Old State House Museum
Nine Boy Scout Badges at the Old State House Museum Did you know that some of the requirements for at least nine different Boy Scout merit badges can be achieved at the Old State House Museum (OSH ... Read More
Creating Living History at the Old State House Museum
Creating Living History at the Old State House Museum The Old State House Museum (OSH) plays a vital role in preserving, sharing, and celebrating the history of Arkansas and its people. One of ... Read More
Recent Posts
- Lady Baxter stands vigilant after 144 years at the Old State House
- Kids can explore their curiosities at Summer Fun 2018
- Old State House Museum recognized for exhibit design by Arkansas Museum Association
- How Arkansas Got its Name
- Saving Our Capitol
- Travel Back in Time for National Forefathers Day on Dec. 21
- Check Out Our Curiosities on Absurdity Day!
- OSHM Oct. Blog: First Family/National Story Day
- Nine Boy Scout Badges at the Old State House Museum
- Creating Living History at the Old State House Museum