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Old Washington Historic Park

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One of Arkansas' oldest towns and it contains Historic Washington State Park on Arkansas' oldest road. Come experience history!
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Travel back to the 19th century in Historic Washington, Arkansas. Established on George Washington's birthday in 1824, the town of Washington today is one of America's premier historic villages and Historic Washington State Park is a National Register of Historic Places site. More than 30 carefully restored Arkansas landmarks and historic structures, including classic examples of Southern Greek Revival and Federal architecture, Gothic Revival, Italianate, and hand-hewn timber framing or brace-frame cottage construction, stand as a legacy to life in Washington from 1824 to 1900. Tour the public buildings and homes; see the remarkable collections of antiques, guns and knives; visit with the guides in period attire and ride the surrey on a tour of the various Arkansas historical sites in town for an unforgettable historic experience. Please take as many photos as you want and remember to share them with everyone visiting this public page. Any public photos can be chosen for use with photographer credit.

11/02/2026

Do you think you figure out the culprit? To find out for sure, book your spot for “A Holiday to Die for: A Christmastime Murder Mystery Weekend”.

Enjoy an immersive weekend of candlelight, holiday fare, and a mystery hidden among the guests. This package includes a historic meal and murder mystery experience, one night's stay at the Jailhouse Bed and Breakfast, a cozy breakfast, and Saturday morning holiday programming.

Begin your weekend on Friday evening with " A Holiday to Die for". Enjoy an elegant, three-course historic holiday meal... with a terrible twist. Elegant dinner party attire.

On Saturday morning, wake to a cozy breakfast at the Jailhouse Bed and Breakfast, followed by holiday-themed programming.

*Participants must be 21+ years old. For questions or to register, call the park at 870-983-2684.

Date: December 18-19th
$275 for two plus tax / $200 for one plus tax. Limited to 16 guests.

11/02/2026

Join us at Historic Washington State Park on Saturday, November 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a Winter Defense Tincture Workshop. Step back in time to protect your health this winter. Discover traditional 19th-century secrets to crafting your own herbal tinctures designed for respiratory support, antiviral defense and boosting immunity. Participants will leave with the knowledge and the remedies to keep their family breathing easy all season long. This cozy, hands-on workshop is tailored for all experience levels.

Reservations are required. Participants must be 21 or older, as the tinctures will be alcohol-based.

Class will break for a one-hour lunch (on your own). The cost for attendance is $40 per person. Contact the park visitor center at 870-983-2684 to register.

10/31/2026

Free outdoor interpretive activities run throughout the afternoon, with tours available and the day wrapping up with a Civil War era ball in the evening.

Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
Time: 11am - 9pm
Cost: Regular admission fee, parking fee required for battle reenactment
Spots Available: Open to the public, no registration limit
For details, call the park at 870-983-2684.

10/30/2026

*LAST CALL*

Only 3 spots available for this Introduction to Forging Workshop, so it fills up quickly every time we offer it. Call now.

Date: Saturday, October 31 - Sunday, November 1, 2026
Time: 9am - 4pm
Cost: $200 per person
Spots Available: Limited to 3 participants
Minimum age is 16, accompanied by an adult. Register by calling the park at 870-983-2684.

10/29/2026

Seats for Washington After Dark are limited and this event tends to sell out around Halloween. Call the park soon to reserve your spot.

Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
Time: 6pm - 9pm
Cost: $35 per person
Spots Available: Limited seating, reservations required
Register by calling the park at 870-983-2684.

10/29/2026

Do you think you figure out the culprit?

To find out for sure, book your spot for “A Holiday to Die for: A Christmastime Murder Mystery Weekend”.

Enjoy an immersive weekend of candlelight, holiday fare, and a mystery hidden among the guests. This package includes a historic meal and murder mystery experience, one night's stay at the Jailhouse Bed and Breakfast, a cozy breakfast, and Saturday morning holiday programming.

Begin your weekend on Friday evening with " A Holiday to Die for". Enjoy an elegant, three-course historic holiday meal... with a terrible twist. Elegant dinner party attire.

On Saturday morning, wake to a cozy breakfast at the Jailhouse Bed and Breakfast, followed by holiday-themed programming.

December 18-19

*Participants must be 21+ years old. For questions or to register, call the park at 870-983-2684.

$275 plus tax for two / $200 plus tax for one. Limited to 16 guests.

10/29/2026

We heard you! Due to popular demand, we are adding in two more special events this year!

First up is our Winter Defense Tincture Workshop on November 14 from 10-3.

Discover traditional 19th century secrets to crafting your own herbal tinctures designed for respiratory support, antiviral defense, and boosting immunity. Guests will leave with the knowledge and the remedies to keep their family breathing easy all season long.

Participants must be 21 or older as the tinctures will be alcohol-based.

The workshop is $40. Secure your spot at the hearth today by calling the park at 870-983-2684.

10/28/2026

Washington and Hempstead County raised eighteen companies for the Confederate Army during the war. Town in Conflict explores that local history in depth.

Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
Time: 11am - 9pm
Cost: Regular admission fee, parking fee required for battle reenactment
Spots Available: Open to the public, no registration limit
For details, call the park at 870-983-2684.

10/28/2026

A great gift idea or bucket list item for the maker in your life. Ages 16 and up can take part, accompanied by an adult.

Date: Saturday, October 31 - Sunday, November 1, 2026
Time: 9am - 4pm
Cost: $200 per person
Spots Available: Limited to 3 participants
Minimum age is 16, accompanied by an adult. Register by calling the park at 870-983-2684.

10/27/2026

This is a popular pick for the holiday, so reservations are a must if you want to be part of Washington After Dark.

Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
Time: 6pm - 9pm
Cost: $35 per person
Spots Available: Limited seating, reservations required
Register by calling the park at 870-983-2684.

Address

103 Franklin Street
Washington, AR
71862

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm
Saturday	8am - 5pm
Sunday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18709832684

Website

http://www.historicwashingtonstatepark.com/

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