County Museums & Archives

Below are links to the different museums and archives in Hempstead County that preserve its rich heritage. If you have something you would like identified or wish to donate an item to be preserved for future generations in Hempstead County to see feel free to contact them.

President William Jefferson Clinton Birthplace Home National Historic Site

Preserves the birthplace home of U.S. President William Jefferson Clinton and connects his life to his birthplace home in Hope and Hempstead County.

Phone: 870-777-4455

Open Daily 9:00 a.m. -- 4:30 p.m.                                           Park is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years.

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Hope Depot Visitor Center & Museum

Housed in the Missouri Pacific Depot, the museum gives an introduction to Hope, Arkansas and its connection to famous figures such as Bill Clinton, Mike Huckabee, and Mack McLarty.

Phone: 870-722-2580

Call for Visitor Hours

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Klipsch Museum of Audio History

Preserves the history and impact of Paul Klipsch and the industry he began in Hempstead County.

Phone: 833-794-5287

Open Wednesday -- Friday 10:00 a.m. -- 2:00 p.m.               Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Years.

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Historic Washington State Park

Preserves the historic town of Washington and interprets the culture and architecture of 19th century Arkansas.

Phone: 870-983-2684

Open Daily 8:00 a.m. -- 5:00 p.m.                                           Park is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years.

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Southwest Arkansas Regional Archives

A branch of the Arkansas State Archives, the archives collects documents, records, and photos from the twelve counties that composed the original Hempstead County.

Phone: 870-983-2633

Open Tuesday -- Saturday 8:00 a.m. -- 4:30 p.m.                 Closed Arkansas State Holidays.

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Rick Evans Grandview Prairie Conservation Education Center

Owned by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, this prairie was one of the original settlements in Hempstead County.

Phone: 870-983-2790 or 2740

Open Monday -- Friday 8:00 a.m. -- 4:30 p.m.                

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