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The Tower Building of the Little Rock Arsenal, also known as the Main Building of the U.S. Arsenal at Little Rock, or Headquarters Building of the Little Rock Barracks, is the home of the MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History. It is also a part of the MacArthur Park Historic District, in Little Rock, Arkansas.Built between 1840 and 1841, it was part of Little Rock's first U.S. military installation. Since decommissioning, the building has housed two local museums. It was home to the Arkansas Museum of Natural History and Antiquities from 1942 to 1997 and the MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History since 2001. It has also housed the Little Rock Æsthetic Club since 1894. The building receives its name from its distinct octagonal tower. Besides being the last remaining structure of the original U.S. military installation and one of the oldest buildings in central Arkansas, it was also the birthplace of General Douglas MacArthur, who became the supreme commander of U.S. forces in the South Pacific during World War II. It was also the starting place of the Camden Expedition during the American Civil War.

Address: 503 E 9th St, Little Rock, AR 72202, USA
Phone: (501) 376-4602
State: Arkansas
Zip Code: 72202


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This is an old building with an incredible amount of historical artifacts . The exhibits span WWI action in the Philippines, WWII and the Korean War. The Korean War Memorial outside is also great. The houses around the museum are beautiful as well. Free!
8 years ago (05-07-2017)
There's no exhibit that shows black soldiers that have given their lives to this country. There was very many who were forced to fight in all wars in this country. And many have volunteered their lives also! Not to many museums in this country gives the black soldiers the respect they deserve. I can see they have given the racist traitor KKKonfederates more respect at this Museum...
8 years ago (26-06-2017)
Great museum. Historic building and grounds. Admission is free. A must see if you are in Little Rock!!
8 years ago (14-04-2017)
Great museum. Free admission.
8 years ago (26-07-2017)
Great historical museum with lots of pieces to enjoy and lots to learn from. Thank you!
9 years ago (29-01-2017)
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