Family Attractions

Bringing the kids along? The whole family is sure to find entertainment at countless family-friendly attractions in Arkansas. For family fun, let Choice Hotels help you find the perfect attraction for your next family adventure.

In the Ozarks Region

Osage Clayworks
Alpena, AR   72611
22 CR 996
870-553-2513

This Arkansas family attraction is conveniently located in the former Stamps General Store Building. Built in 1901, it’s a historic location to a historically fun activity – that of pottery-making! Craft your own pottery in one of many children’s workshops at Clayworks, or buy a piece of professional work from the gallery.

Saunders Memorial Museum
Berryville, AR   72616
113-115 E. Madison Street
870-423-2563

This extensive collection of antiques will dazzle and amaze the entire family. With guns ranging from modern wonders to antiques used in the revolutionary war, the gun collection is a sure-fire hit with the young ones. Antique and unusual pieces like Victorian clothing, accessories, and textiles and furniture provide a glimpse into the past. More exhibits await you on your visit to the Saunders Memorial Museum.

Honey, Inc
Berryville, AR   Berryville
1241 US 62 West
870-423-3131

Find a full line of honey and bee products on display at Honey, Inc., where your sweet and savory dreams come true. Have you always loved the taste of a fresh dollop of honey? Well, now you can see firsthand where this natural product comes from. From the wonders of the beehive to the magical canning process, learn about it all at Honey, Inc.

In the Central Region

The Eld Shoppe
Beebe, AR   72012
230 N. Main Street
501-882-6449

Fascinating displays of some of the world’s rarest collectibles are on display at the Eld Shoppe. Browse the glass displays contained within its walls and you’ll find yourself face-to-face with some of the most interesting displays of antiques in the world. The best part? You can take it with you!

Crowley’s Ridge National Scenic Parkway
Forrest City, AR   72467
St. Francis to Helena
870-910-8080

The wonders are on full display at Crowley’s Ridge National Scenic Parkway, where you’ll pass some of Arkansas’ most beautiful natural attractions. Choose from a selection which will blow your mind: over five state parks, a national forest, and several Civil War sites make this attraction one of the most attractive in the state for the whole family to check out.

St. Francis County Museum
Forrest City, AR   72335
603 Front Street
870-261-1744

Located in the restored, historic Rush-Gates home, this attraction will dazzle and amaze the entire family. See comprehensive relic collections, a reconstructed doctor’s office, geology and fossils selected from Crowley’s Ridge, and more. Among some of the most vibrant displays are exhibits depicting the history of the area.

In the River Valley Region

Popeye Statue
Alma, AR   72921
Downtown Square
479-632-1277

This eight-foot-tall statue of Popeye looms in the distance as you travel through the town of Alma. As you gaze at its vestiges, you might find yourself wondering why this statue finds its home in the town of Alma in the state of Arkansas. Well, Alma hails of “Spinach Capital of the World,” and we think it’s appropriate that this oversized spinach-loving denizen can be found here.

World’s Largest Spinach Can
Alma, AR   72921
Off US 71 North
479-632-4127

We know this might sound like an odd attraction, but it’s quite appropriate when one considers that this location is the spinach capital of the world. Producing more spinach per capita than any other location we’ve heard of, Alma can truly claim the World’s Largest Spinach Can as one of its own.

Gibson Baskets
Winslow, AR   72959
US 71
479-839-2125

Some of the finest baskets in the nation come from Gibson Baskets. Children will love to find out about the weaving techniques of some of the world’s most skilled basket-makers. Afterwards, purchase a delightful basket that will find a due place in your home.

In the Ouachitas Region

Andrews Candy Company
Arkadelphia, AR   71923
2606 Pine Street
870-246-2796

Come here for one of the finest and most diverse assortments of candy in the world. We know the kids will love to browse through the shelves of peanut brittle, chocolate (light and dark) and more which line the shop’s walls. Discover the sweeter side of your palate at Andrews Candy Company, but be warned – few have turned back.

Reynolds Science Center Planetarium
Arkadelphia, AR   71999
1100 Henderson Street
870-230-5006

Have you caught your kids gazing up at the heavens with puzzled and amazed looks on their faces? Well, now’s the time to take them down to the Reynolds Science Center Planetarium, where you’ll be able to view the cosmos through the expertly-trained lens of a real Planetarium - and in one of the clearest night skies known to man.

Country Crafts & Collectibles
Arkadelphia, AR   71998
196 Valley Street
870-246-5910

View the glassware, collectibles, handmade crafts, and more which line the walls of this collectible location. This destination has over 400 antique and newly made items, all of which you’ll be glad you happened upon - and a few of which you’ll want to take home with you.

In Timberlands

Hunter-Coulter House Museum
Ashdown, AR   71822
310 N. 2nd Street
870-898-7242

When you find yourself in this museum, which was built in 1918, you’ll be face-to-face with antiques and furnishings which date back to the same era. Antique farm tools, teaching memorabilia, and more will delight the entire family with their historic charm; as will the period furniture which beckons your relaxation to a standstill.

More & Moore Treasures
Ashdown, AR   71822
15 E. Main Street
870-898-2648

Have you been searching for that perfect doll to complete your child’s collection? How about the rare model fire-truck? Whether its toys like these, or movies, fabrics, clothing, and more, you’ve got more than an inch of a chance of finding it at More & Moore Treasures, which is an antique flea market.

New Rocky Comfort Museum
Foreman, AR   71836
3rd & Schuman Streets
870-542-7887

Are you fascinated by the history of the judicial system? Well, on your trip to Arkansas, why not treat the entire family to a valuable glimpse into the world of Arkansas jails, a historic glimpse is contained within a restored 1902 jail. Browse through the artifacts, relics and documents on display and you’ll learn scores of interesting tidbits about the area.

In the Delta Region

Andrews Candy Company
Arkadelphia, AR   71923
2606 Pine Street
870-246-2796

Find yourself in a sweet haven that only the most stiff-toothed visitor could resist. Step into Andrews Candy Company and you’ll be surprised by the variety of sucrose delights which awaits you – over 17 kinds of nut brittle have made Andrews famous. Take a tour of the facility and see how the brittle is cooked, poured and stretched, one batch at a time.

Parkin Archeological State Park
Parkin, AR   72373
US 64 & Arkansas 184 North
870-755-2500

This Native American site dates back to 1000 AD, and you’ll enjoy the numerous tours provided which will guide the whole family into its historic wilderness. See paved trails which wind through the past and view cave dwellings, rock paintings and more relics of a time when America was half as inhabited and twice as natural.

William Stone House
Colt, AR  
Junction Arkansas 1 & Arkansas 306

This home dates back to the turn of the century, and in its newly restored form exemplifies all the glories of that period. Additionally, guests will be treating themselves to displays on the history of northern St. Francis County. Learn about the fascinating past of this amazing region of Arkansas in a venue like no other - only at the William Stone House

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