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Review:
Fort Smith was first established in 1817, and the Fort Smith National Historic Site was created in 1861 to protect the fort's remains. There are plenty of things to see and do at the site, but a major highlight is touring the Visitor's Center, which is located inside the fort's old Courthouse building and features plenty of informative exhibits about important pieces of history like the fort's use as a military base and the Trail of Tears. Self-guided audio tours of both the buildings and the grounds are available, and ranger-led tours are sometimes offered as well.
301 Parker Ave Fort Smith, AR 72901, Phone: 479-783-3961
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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