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Unusual Attractions in Arkansas

Eureka Springs, Arkansas

Thorncrown Chapel

This futuristically sylvan church is a glass-enclosed marvel of modern architecture.

Murfreesboro, Arkansas

Crater of Diamonds State Park

The only diamond mine in the world where you can keep what you find.

Gurdon, Arkansas

The Gurdon Light

A mysterious light floating in the trees of Gurdon, Arkansas may be a piezoelectric effect.

Eureka Springs, Arkansas

The 1886 Crescent Hotel and Spa

Haunted hotel, built on natural springs, once served as a hospital for a quack doctor promising cancer cures.

Yellville, Arkansas

Rush Ghost Town

The final remnant of the Arkansas zinc industry is this historically protected ghost town.

Eureka Springs, Arkansas

Quigley's Castle

The Ozarks' strangest dwelling.

Marble Falls Township, Arkansas

Dogpatch USA

A hillbilly theme park that proved so unpopular the land wouldn't even sell on eBay after it closed.

Hot Springs, Arkansas

Maxwell Blade’s Odditorium and Curiosities Museum

An ever-growing collection of rare and strange objects owned by local Arkansas illusionist Maxwell Blade.

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Unique Food & Drink in Arkansas

Potato Doughnuts

The first American doughnut chain used spuds.

Arkansas Black Apple

This dark, rare fruit lasts a very long time.

Snow Cream

Ice cream made with fresh snow is a beloved Southern tradition.

Southern Butter Rolls

The sweet, spiraled pastries were once a staple on cold days in the American South.

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