1894 Gallery
Located in the historic 1894 City Market Building, the gallery focuses on the finest artists in our region. The event venue is known for having unique “floating walls” that allow for visitors and guests to interact with fine art all around. 870.330.5003 • 1894 Art Gallery
Ace of Clubs House
A living museum, the 22-sided house was built with the winnings from a poker game. Legend has it that James H. Draughon’s winning card was the ace of clubs. Architecturally unique, the Italianate Victorian home is most notable for its three octagonal wings and one rectangular wing that join to form the distinct shape of a “club”. 903.793.4831 • Ace of Clubs House
ArtSparK
A relaxing green space with revolving events and art displays for those visiting downtown. 4th Street between Texas Blvd. and Main Street. 903.792.4992 • trahc.org
Family Fun
Texarkana offers family fun and attractions for those aged 1 - 100! Some local family favorites include Cinemark Texarkana 14, GJump, Fun Country Park and Toddler Town TXK. There’s bowling at Holiday Entertainment Center and College Bowl and we have Chuck E. Cheese and Starlight Golf & Arcade located in Central Mall.
Four States Auto Museum
Celebrating cars and technology of the past. Literature, tools, books, toy models, Fillin’ Station memorabilia and oil company signs. Open weekends or scheduled tours. 870.772.AUTO
Four States Fair & Agriculture Learning Center
This is your only chance to visit the home of Miss Moo. You can find her smiling face welcoming visitors to the Agricultural Learning Center located in the Four States Fair Grounds Complex. It’s a unique place that loves all things dairy and explains the importance of dairy and agriculture to young people in fun and engaging ways. 870.773.2941 • fourstatesfair.com
Big Dam Waterpark
Located at 5501 Crossroads Parkway in Texarkana, AR, Big Dam Waterpark has fun for the entire family. The park includes water slides, a wave pool, a children’s area, a lazy river, an adult pool and a sandcastle area. 870.604.1055 • Big Dam Waterpark
Historical Homes & Churches
Texarkana is home to a wide array of historically significant architecture and landmarks. From Victorian homes to sweeping sanctuaries, Texarkana offers a cross section of architectural genres. Don’t forget to see these treasures from the inside. Many of these historic homes offer tours, house exhibits or provide bed and breakfast lodging.
P.J. Ahern House
Placed on the on the National Register of Historic Places, the Classical Revival style home was built in 1906 by P.J. Ahern and serves as museum and event venue with daily tours. 870.7797.4831 • P.J. Ahern House
Arkansas Champion Magnolia
The largest magnolia tree in Arkansas is estimated to be 185 years old. The tree, located on 4700 County Avenue, is 16 ft. 7 in. in diameter, 61 ft. tall and has an 82-foot wing span. Certified Arkansas’ largest Magnolia by the Arkansas Forestry Commission.
Monuments
Some of Texarkana’s historical monuments include include the World War I Memorial, Korea/Vietnam Memorial, Confederate Monument, James Bowie Monument, the Police Officers’ Memorial, Miller County World War I Memorial, the Salvation Army Band Bronze Sculpture and the World War II Memorial.
Museum of Regional History
Housed in the city’s oldest brick building, all new galleries with exhibits tell of the region’s history including agriculture, early industry, civil rights and World War II. See extraordinary Caddo Indian pottery and learn about the early Spanish and French explorers. Visit MORH, the museum that tells the fascinating story of the city in two states. 219 N. State Line Avenue. 903.793.4831 • Museum of Regional History
Perot Theater
A jewel of the region, bringing the best of Broadway, classical music, ballet, jazz, modern dance and more to Texarkana. First opened in 1924 as the Saenger Theatre, Emil Weil’s Italian Renaissance design is an architectural marvel. Through the generosity of native son H. Ross Perot, his sister Bette Perot, and area residents, the beautiful old theatre was saved and restored into one of the nation’s major performing arts centers. Throughout the year, the Perot Theatre Series brings national and international productions to the region and tours are available year-round. 903.792.4992 • Perot Theatre
Rose Hill Cemetery
One of the oldest and historical cemeteries in Texarkana. Founded as “city cemetery” in 1874 on 100 South Lelia Street. About 70 Confederate soldiers and 3 known Union soldiers are interred here along with many prominent local citizens.
Scott Joplin
Experience the life and genius of native son, Scott Joplin, while visiting the interactive musical exhibit dedicated to Joplin located at the MORH. Walk in Joplin’s footsteps at the historic Orr Schoolhouse. A colorful display of the life and accomplishments of the Pulitzer Prize winning composer and area native is located at 3rd and Main Streets at the Scott Joplin mural. Commissioned by the TRAHC in 2015, the Arthur Pletcher mural depicts scenes from Joplin’s life. The “King of Ragtime Composers” born 1868 in Linden, Texas, was raised in Texarkana. Scott Joplin Mural
Silvermoon on Broad
Developed from four buildings in downtown Texarkana, this beautiful space homes the art-deco, 1885 Parlor, outdoor Singer Courtyard, Great Hall meeting space as well as the Silvermoon Theatre which features productions from our youngest local celebrities from the Children’s Theatre. 903.792.0562 • silvermoononbroad.com
Texarkana Regional Arts Center
The beautifully renovated Regional Arts Center began life in 1909 as a United States District Courthouse. The old courtroom is now a grand hall with a 26-foot-high ceiling. National touring art exhibitions grace gallery walls 12 months a year, and the halls ring out when the rolls are playing on the unique reproducing player piano. The Center also features “For Arts Sake” Gift Shop filled with unique gifts. Not to be missed. 903.792.8681 • TRAC
Union Station
Union Station sits diagonally on the Arkansas-Texas state line at 101 Front Street. During the day of rail travel, more than 20 passenger trains stopped here each day. The building is the current home to Amtrak. Drive by and see this historic treasure today.