Trail of Tears

Butterfield Overland Mail

Civil War

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Tales of the Trail

The Long Road to National Historic Trail Status

Marilyn HeifnerHeritage Trail Partners Board of Directors 2002A regional bike and pedestrian plan for Northwest Arkansas

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Destinations on the Trail

Cane Hill

Settled by Anglo pioneers in 1827, Cane Hill is one of the earliest settlements in Washington County. The community was a witness to both Trail of Tears and Civil War activities.

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Headquarters House

Built in 1853 by Jonas and Matilda Tebbetts, Headquarters House is one of the finest examples of Greek Revival architecture in Arkansas.

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Pea Ridge National Military Park

The campaign that would culminate in the Battle of Pea Ridge began December 25, 1861 with the appointment of Brigadier General Samuel R. Curtis to command the Union Army of the Southwest.

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Pipe Springs

March 10, 1862, four Confederate soldiers who had been deserted by their main company after the March 7 Battle of Pea Ridge were making their way home to the present-day Gentry and Siloam Springs areas.

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Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park

By Don Montgomery Former park historian The Battle of Prairie Grove was the last time two

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Interactive Trail Map

Interactive Trail Map

Explore the Northwest Arkansas Heritage Trail on this interactive map, where you'll find color-coded routes following the Trail of Tears, Butterfield Overland Mail, and Civil War activities, as well as historic sites along the Heritage Trail complete with photos and links for more information.

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Butterfield Trail Driver’s Guide

Butterfield Trail Driver’s Guide

Heritage Trail Partners has developed a driver's guide to help you explore the Butterfield Overland Mail Route in Missouri and Arkansas. The guides are available for purchase here on our website.

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