Famous Museums in Little Rock

Let's explore the finest collection of museums in Little Rock:

1. William J. Clinton Presidential Library

   4.3 (136 Votes)
   

   Library, Museum

   President Clinton is one of the most highly celebrated personalities in Little Rock and that is evident from the Library that is named after him. This library is a storehouse of all the work done by the various Presidents of the United States as well as some other influential figures in other countries. It is here that you will get a lot of information about the various political agreements and...Read more

2. Old State House

   4.6 (54 Votes)
   

   Museum

   While the State Capitol Building of Arkansas serves as a house of the state government, the honour previously belonged to the Old State House Museum building. This building was constructed in the early 19th century when Arkansas achieved its statehood. It was constructed in the Greek Revival style of architecture to subtly put an emphasis on the democratic status of the state. After the governm...Read more

3. E S S E Purse Museum

   4.7 (219 Votes)
   

   Museum, Specialty Museum

   Every woman’s secret obsession of tons of handbags will not remain so after a visit to the Esse Purse Museum. This is a museum dedicated to purses but it underlines the evolution of women in America in the 20th century. The displays are divided into ten decades, each displaying the handbag and its contents over the course of a century. These are a part of the permanent exhibits. Temporary...Read more

4. MacArthur Museum Of Arkansas Military History

   4.5 (21 Votes)
   

   Military Museum

   The MacArthur Museum is a great way to learn about the military history of Arkansas. The state of Arkansas participated in several wars that gripped the United States in 19th and 20th centuries. Some of the famous ones are the Civil War, the two World Wars, the Korean war etc. The museum aims to pay a tribute to the warriors who fought and lost their lives in the wars. It is housed in the Tower...Read more

5. Historic Arkansas Museum

   4.6 (55 Votes)
   

   Museum

   The oldest buildings in Arkansas have been converted into the Historic Arkansas Museum. Located right in the middle of Little Rock, these buildings were formerly used as houses and shops. The Hinderliter Grog Shop, which is the oldest building in town, is also a part of this museum. Other buildings include the McVicar and the Brownlee House, the Arkansas Gazette print shop and the Plum Bayou Lo...Read more

6. Museum Of Discovery

   4.7 (68 Votes)
   

   Museum

   The Museum of Discovery is home to the latest inventions and discoveries in the field of science. Permanent displays here are based on the principles involved in maths, science, biology, astronomy, physics, palaeontology etc. Not just exhibits, the museum organises several events for children to learn about the new-age discoveries and get an on-hand experience of learning their benefits for the...Read more

7. Mosaic Templars Cultural Center

   4.8 (76 Votes)
   

   Museum

   The Mosaic Templars Cultural Center documents the history of African-Americans in Arkansas. It displays exhibits related to heritage, conducts lectures to make people aware of their work, and even has an auditorium for events. The main aim of this organisation is to collect, preserve and celebrate the history of this minority community in the state. The lectures held here are open for everyone ...Read more

8. Arkansas Arts Center

   4.7 (67 Votes)
   

   Art And Culture, Art Museum, Museum

   Little Rock’s premier institution for art is the Arkansas Arts Center. It previously was known as the Museum of Fine Arts when it was opened in 1937, but in 1960 it assumed its current name. The primary collections in the museum have always been the drawings and paintings from the beginning of the 20th century. Some of the drawings put an emphasis on the contemporary style. This style can...Read more

9. Arkansas Game And Fish Commission

   4.6
   2 Natural Resources Dr, Little Rock, AR 72205, USA
   Museum

10. Emoba

    4
    1119 S Van Buren St, # 102
    Museum