You can find one of the oldest surviving structures of Little Rock and the National Historic Landmark in the historic Arsenal Building. Constructed during 1840 so that the frontier state will be protected from the attack of the Native Americans, this has witnessed fundamental exchanges in between the Confederate and Federal forces during Civil War. Later on, this became General Douglas MacArthur’s birthplace. Through programming and exhibits, this museum makes sure that the “old soldier never die”. In its place, their service and sacrifice were preserved for the coming generations.

What to Know

The MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History was built so that the military heritage of the state will be interpreted from the territorial period until the present.

The exhibits here feature photographs, artifacts, uniforms, weapons, documents, and other items of the military that vividly depict the military history of Arkansas at abroad and home.

Museum Hours

Sunday               1:00pm – 5:00pm

Monday               Closed

Tuesday              10:00am – 5:00pm

Wednesday         10:00am – 5:00pm

Thursday             10:00am – 5:00pm

Friday                  10:00am – 5:00pm

Saturday              10:00am – 5:00pm

*The museum is closed on Mondays and all holidays. (Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day)

*Admission is FREE and donations are appreciated.

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