The 45,SF project in Bentonville is aimed at children and families, emphasizing interactive art and science exhibits, including a climbable canopy structure, a "tinkering studio" for young inventors and an acre of outdoor space.
Travel through the Boston Mountains on vintage rail cars, trestles over ft. Specials, such as the Christmas Train event, are offered throughout the year. Private charters and group discounts are available. One of the most scenic drives in the nation, Scenic 7 runs from the Louisiana border to Bull Shoals Lake near the Missouri state line, passing through both the Ouachita and Ozark Mountains.
Numerous resorts, attractions and scenic overlooks are found along its route. Car and Driver magazine named a portion of Scenic 7 Byway as one of the top 10 driving experiences in the United States. The center was built on former Fort Chaffee land in Fort Smith next to Wells Lake, a popular spot for fishing and picnics. It includes a gift shop, classroom, multipurpose room, and a wildlife workshop. There is a wheelchair-accessible trail with wayside exhibit signs highlighting the environment and history of the lake and surrounding property.
A gallon aquarium contains fish and turtles from the Arkansas River. In the Arkansas River Valley rich soil gives life to vineyards. In and around the town of Altus , Wiederkehr Village wineries offer free tours, wine tastings and special events. Visitors to the area can also learn more about the region's coal mining history at the Altus Heritage House Museum at N.
Franklin A glittering gem of northwest Arkansas, the lake's 28, acres of clear water attract thousands of water sports lovers, fishermen and birdwatchers.
