Rogers Historical Museum

Rogers Historical Museum Real objects from our past. True stories about our community and its people. Family fun and life-long learning. Free to the public.
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An interactive, family-friendly area history museum offering a variety of permanent and rotating exhibitions and programs for all ages. Permanent exhibitions:
Our Natural State, Road & Rail, America's Heartland, White River, and Our Natural State look at Northwest Arkansas from its natural landscape to the expansion of the 1950s, to the coming of Beaver Dam to being home to several Fortune 500 com

panies. Includes the Children's Gallery, a hands-on play and learn space for our youngest visitors and those who are still young at heart. The 1895 Hawkins House:
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COMING SOON! School Days: Education in Rogers. September 5, 2026-April 3, 2027. In one week come learn about the history...
08/29/2026

COMING SOON! School Days: Education in Rogers. September 5, 2026-April 3, 2027.

In one week come learn about the history of education in Rogers from the time when students gained a basic education in a one-room school house to the introduction of modern educational systems. This exhibit highlights where students were taught, what they learned, and how education has changed in Rogers since the late 19th century.

Today is National Bow Tie Day and we are sharing a photograph of O.D. “Yock” Oakley posing for the camera and looking pr...
08/28/2026

Today is National Bow Tie Day and we are sharing a photograph of O.D. “Yock” Oakley posing for the camera and looking pretty fancy in his bow tie (N75.1.98).

This photograph was taken at Beaton Studios in Rogers, circa 1900.

In recognition of World Lake Day, we are sharing a postcard of Beaver Lake and Dam (2012.79.1l). Want to learn more abou...
08/27/2026

In recognition of World Lake Day, we are sharing a postcard of Beaver Lake and Dam (2012.79.1l).

Want to learn more about Beaver Lake and how important it is to Northwest Arkansas? Visit our temporary exhibit, Ozark Tourism: Land of a Million Smiles. Then head to our permanent galleries and explore the White River exhibit.

Due to a private meeting in the Key Wing Education Center, Grandma's Attic will be closed Thursday, August 27, from 9:30...
08/27/2026

Due to a private meeting in the Key Wing Education Center, Grandma's Attic will be closed Thursday, August 27, from 9:30-11:30 a.m.

It’s National Dog Day and we are sharing a photograph of Loy McFarlin and his dog, Bert, in 1914 (2025.24.6).
08/26/2026

It’s National Dog Day and we are sharing a photograph of Loy McFarlin and his dog, Bert, in 1914 (2025.24.6).

It’s National Park Service Founders Day! The National Park Service was created when President Woodrow Wilson signed the ...
08/25/2026

It’s National Park Service Founders Day! The National Park Service was created when President Woodrow Wilson signed the act that created the National Park Service on August 25, 1916. Remember to celebrate, appreciate, preserve, protect, and visit our National Parks and Historic and Cultural Sites!

Pictured are postcards, from the museum’s collection, of the Buffalo National River (established 1972) and Pea Ridge National Military Park (established 1956).

For National Knife Day we are sharing a small pocket knife that once belonged to Anna Clarke Wing (1998.12.199c). Anna w...
08/24/2026

For National Knife Day we are sharing a small pocket knife that once belonged to Anna Clarke Wing (1998.12.199c).

Anna was married to Stephen Wing, a pioneer in Rogers’ fruit industry.

REGISTER TODAY! Natural State, Natural Dyes Workshop. Saturday, September 19, 2026, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Step back in ti...
08/22/2026

REGISTER TODAY! Natural State, Natural Dyes Workshop. Saturday, September 19, 2026, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Step back in time to explore the intersection of nature, chemistry, and early American craftsmanship at the "Natural State, Natural Dyes" workshop. Hosted at the Rogers Historical Museum, this free, hands-on masterclass will dive deep into the rich heritage and scientific techniques behind the traditional fiber arts that shaped early Arkansas communities.
Registration required. Recommended for ages 16+

ENDING SOON! It’s the last week to participate in the History Hunt! If you haven’t heard, the Museum and City of Rogers ...
08/22/2026

ENDING SOON! It’s the last week to participate in the History Hunt!

If you haven’t heard, the Museum and City of Rogers are celebrating the Nation's 250th birthday with a multi-location history scavenger hunt that takes players to fun and interesting locations throughout the city in pursuit of exciting prizes and a drawing for the grand prize of $250!

To start or finish the hunt before it ends on AUGUST 29, visit our website – rogershistoricalmuseum.org.

Roses are Red, Violets are Blue, Today is Poet’s Day, So were are sharing a poem with You! “Return to Pea Ridge” was wri...
08/21/2026

Roses are Red,
Violets are Blue,
Today is Poet’s Day,
So were are sharing a poem with You!

“Return to Pea Ridge” was written by NWA poet, Edsel Ford, and was read at the Pea Ridge battleground dedication in 1962.

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313 S. Second Street
Rogers, AR
72756

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

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