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8 Top Activities In Fort Smith, Arkansas

Nestled at the confluence of the Arkansas and Poteau Rivers, Fort Smith began as a frontier military post. Barely a decade after the Louisiana Purchase, the new lands were still being explored. With over 200 years of history under its belt, the city has a lot to offer visitors. We dropped in to explore the downtown region and discovered 8 top activities in Fort Smith, Arkansas. With so much to see and do, we knew that we would have to stay on track if we wanted to accomplish our itinerary. We want to thank Experience Fort Smith and the local businesses for hosting our [...]

By |2022-12-09T07:04:01-06:00December 9th, 2022|Arkansas, Fort Smith, Guides, Southeast|4 Comments

Fort Smith Trolley – Outlaw Activity

When we picture the Wild West, our minds fill with dusty trails and bustling frontier towns. Our visit to Fort Smith included loads of western heritage and history. To keep ourselves from overloading on historical facts, we made sure to toss in some lighthearted looks back into the past. For a fun look back, we hopped on the Fort Smith Trolley for a ride through downtown. Little did we know that we would end up face-to-face with a notorious gang of robbers bent on outlaw activity. We want to thank Experience Fort Smith for hosting our visit. Rest assured all opinions are our own. Fort [...]

By |2022-10-28T07:26:27-06:00October 28th, 2022|Arkansas, Fort Smith, Southeast|4 Comments

Eating Our Way Through Downtown Fort Smith

For us, there is a big difference between eating to sustain and dining for pleasure. During our visit to this historic Arkansas destination, we tried to sample as many restaurant choices as we could squeeze into our schedule. As we were eating our way through downtown Fort Smith, we discovered what the locals already know. This city is packed with amazing eateries that serve a variety of cuisines. As foodies, this made our visit sensational, even if it made narrowing down our meal choices more difficult. Let's see how we did with our selections. We want to thank Experience Fort Smith for hosting our visit. [...]

By |2022-09-27T06:31:19-06:00September 27th, 2022|Arkansas, Fort Smith, Guides, Southeast|6 Comments

Fort Smith – Patrolling The Wild West

The Louisiana Purchase signaled many changes in the United States. The addition of 828,000 square miles of new territory nearly doubled the size of the young nation. Early explorers viewed the new lands as stark in comparison to the settled land to the east. It would be branded with the nickname "Great American Dessert" and considered uninhabitable. With a steady flow of Native Indian tribes moving westward, the government saw a need for military presence. On Christmas Day of 1817, a group of soldiers arrived on the western edge of the Arkansas River in a location that would become Fort Smith. We want [...]

By |2022-08-16T06:14:53-06:00August 16th, 2022|Arkansas, Fort Smith, Southeast|2 Comments

Connecting Through Art – The Unexpected Project

Art has been an expression of emotions for as long as humans have existed. While the basic design can be simple or complex, it is what we see beyond the obvious that touches our souls. More and more cities are seeing how urban art projects can help residents and visitors connect with the essence of a destination. Fort Smith, Arkansas is in the midst of a downtown revitalization plan that includes adding plenty of urban art. As we explored their historic downtown, we kept our eyes peeled for some of these images. With over 30 murals, by various artists, we see how this [...]

By |2022-07-29T06:08:05-06:00July 29th, 2022|Arkansas, Fort Smith, Southeast|2 Comments

Dining Ecuadorian Style – Rolando’s Restaurante

We feel that being a foodie moves you beyond the standard pleasure found in dining. For us, there is anticipation for the upcoming meals. There is an air of mystery that surrounds each new visit and the prospect of new flavor discovery. When we landed in downtown Fort Smith, Arkansas, we were already aware of its vibrant food scene. One of the preselected destinations had us jumping south of the border. Dinner at Rolando's Restaurante would give us a chance to experience dining Ecuadorian style. We want to thank Experience Fort Smith and Rolando's Restaurante for hosting our visit. rest assured all opinions [...]

By |2022-07-15T06:06:31-06:00July 15th, 2022|Arkansas, Fort Smith, Southeast|0 Comments

Judge Parker’s Court – Facing The Hanging Judge

Real life is often more sensational than make believe. Being a fan of westerns, I was excited to finally visit Fort Smith, Arkansas. It was in this city that a real life legend held court during the Wild West days. While many are unaware of Judge Parker's court, it left an indelible mark on the history of the American West. Our visit to Fort Smith included a wide range of experiences, but learning more about facing "the Hanging Judge" was high on our list of must-dos. We want to thank Experience Fort Smith and the Fort Smith National Historic Site for hosting our visit. Rest [...]

By |2022-07-01T06:52:56-06:00July 1st, 2022|Arkansas, Fort Smith, Southeast|2 Comments

Bricktown Brewery – Fort Smith First Tastes

It seems to me that I'm always hungry when we arrive at a new destination. While this could be tied to the length of time spent in the car, often it is more about getting to know the culinary vibe of the city. We always hear about the importance of first impressions, but what about first tastes? Our visit to Fort Smith was focused on the downtown region, which is filled with enticing eateries. The compact nature of the area makes it easy to navigate by foot, so we ditched the car and headed off toward Bricktown Brewery for our first meal. We [...]

By |2022-05-21T05:59:51-06:00June 10th, 2022|Arkansas, Fort Smith, Southeast|2 Comments

3 History Lessons From Fort Smith Museum Of History

The story of Fort Smith begins with the Louisiana Purchase. Before this, the lands along the Arkansas River were used by nomadic Native Indians. A military post, erected in 1817, signaled the beginning of the town, which sprung up along the eastern shores of the river. The fort, and subsequent city, were named after Thomas Adams Smith, a brigadier general in the War of 1812. Since we were about to embark on the exploration of the city, we felt it was wise to get some historical context. A stop at the Fort Smith Museum of History would help. While the city is filled [...]

By |2022-05-21T05:59:15-06:00May 24th, 2022|Arkansas, Fort Smith, Southeast|0 Comments

Intergalactic Entertainment – Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

Long ago (actually the 1970s), we were introduced to a new level of movie-making. I can remember standing in line waiting to view a newly released film, named Star Wars. We had no idea what to expect, but an entire generation was introduced to intergalactic entertainment. The use of CGI helped transport us to distant planets where we cheered on the rebellion in their stand against the Galactic Empire. Over the subsequent movies, the storylines developed to incorporate many characters that we've grown to love. The franchise has continued to roll, but to be honest, we have fallen off from keeping up with [...]

By |2022-05-17T06:25:18-06:00May 17th, 2022|Florida, Orlando, Southeast|0 Comments
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