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Johnson County Peach Festival 479-754-9152 jocopeachfest . com
Celebrated each year , the Johnson County Peach Festival is the state ’ s longest-running festival . Hosted on the Courthouse Square , it features a variety of activities , including peach pageants , eating contests , and live entertainment . Highlights include the Johnson County Idol competition , a greased pig chase , and a cardboard boat regatta .
Old Fort Days Rodeo 4400 Midland Blvd Fort Smith • 479-783-6176 oldfortdaysrodeo . com
Frontier Day Festival 12 N Express St Paris parisarkansas . com
Fort Smith Regional Art Museum Fort Smith • 479-784-2787 fsram . org
The Fort Smith Regional Art Museum offers a variety of art exhibitions , educational programs , and events . It exhibits locally , nationally , and internationally recognized artists . With a mission to make art accessible , the museum guarantees that most offerings are free or low-cost to the community , enhancing cultural engagement and educational opportunities for all ages .
The Gallery on Garrison 914 Garrison Ave Fort Smith • 479-926-6014 thegalleryongarrison . com
Hidden Talent Fine Art Gallery & Restoration Fort Smith • 479-769-2813 hiddentalentfineartgallery . com
United States Marshals Museum Fort Smith • 479-242-1789 marshalsmuseum . org
Featuring five immersive galleries , The United States Marshals Museum is a tribute to America ’ s oldest federal law enforcement agency . It explores the Marshals critical role in justice , and service since their inception in 1789 . Exhibits include a Hall of Honor for fallen Marshals and a variety of educational programs .
Parrot Island Water Park 7300 S Zero St Fort Smith • 479-788-6550 parrotislandwaterpark . com
A & M Railroad Excursion Train 479-725-4017 amtrainrides . com
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