Old State House Museum
Overview
The Old State House Museum has a series of permanent exhibit which highlight the history of the building, the museum's collection, and the significant areas of Arkansas history.Contact Information
300 West MarkhamLittle Rock, Arkansas 72201
United States
Description
The Arkansas Commemorative Commission was created by Act 156 of 1947, which required restoration and management of historic sites and objects for the benefit of the public, and public educational services related to the historic holdings. The Commission restored the Old State House and opened it in 1951 as a museum of Arkansas history. Trapnall Hall was donated to the State in 1974. It is administered as the Governor's Reception Hall and is a rental facility. In 1975, the Arkansas Commemorative Commission became a division of DAH. Act 68 of 2001 changed the name of the Arkansas Commemorative Commission to the Old State House Commission. The Old State House is accredited by the American Association of Museums and provides a full complement of educational programs and interpretive exhibits on Arkansas history. Special emphasis is given the period 1836-1911, the historic Old State House and Arkansas state government. Current exhibits include: Arkansas/Arkansas: A State and its Reputation, Battle Colors of Arkansas featuring the museum