BIG FUN
Situated along the banks of the Arkansas River,
travelers are taking note of Little Rock’s bustling
brewing community and laid back vibe, giving
it the perfect synergy to be your next vacation
spot. The city’s downtown district is at the heart
of the action for those seeking entertainment,
history, and culinary pleasure.
LITTLE
ROCK
ARKANSAS
BY ALEX OTT
Heights and Hillcrest
Little Rock has become a major microbrew
player with Stone’s Throw Brewing, Blue Canoe
Brewing, Rebel Kettle Brewing and Diamond
Bear Brewing. The award-winning Rock Town
Distillery runs tours that allow visitors to
observe spirit-making and learn about the magic
alchemy process for vodka, gin and bourbon.
The tour ends with tasting sessions and the
opportunity to purchase products.
Van Gogh, Rembrandt and O’Keeffe all have
a home at the Arkansas Art Center, which
features an ever-changing collection, an art
school and a children’s museum. As one of the
city’s most distinguished creative institutions,
the center features works of art that span from
the 1400s to the current day. Entry is free for
those seeking a day with Rembrandt and Rivera.
River
Market
District
Vogel-Schwartz Sculpture Garden
Clinton Presidential Center
Ottenheimer Hall
Rock Town Distillery
Little Rock Central
High School
Farmers markets, boutiques and a stunning park
are the staples of the Little Rock River Market.
On any given day, visitors can find cuisine from
around the globe, skilled local artists practicing
their crafts, live musical performances in the
River Market pavilion and national acts at the
amphitheater. The River Market’s views give it
the relaxing ambiance that make it the heart of
the city’s creative bustle.
Restaurants range from the Michelin-starred,
James Beard award-winning One Eleven in
the Capital Hotel lead by Chef Joel Antunes,
to farm-to-table breakfast and lunch hot spot,
The Root, which is located in the old Sweden
cream building. Each showcase the creative and
entrepreneurial spirit that is alive and well in
Little Rock.
GETTING THERE
Beginning April 3, 2018, American Airlines
will offer daily nonstop service from Reagan
National Airport (DCA) to Clinton National
Airport (LIT).
SPRING 2018 45 FLYWASHINGTON.COM