Arkansas Post First Legislature Marker

Historical marker at Arkansas Post National Memorial, recognizing the first Arkansas legislature, convened July 28, 1819.

Metal sign leaning to the right with words at the top saying "Arkansas County Arkansas Post First Arkansas Legislature"

Courtesy of the Butler Center for Arkansas Studies, Central Arkansas Library System

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Time Period

Louisiana Purchase through Early Statehood (1803 - 1860)

Category

Cemeteries and Memorials / Government and Politics / Historic Preservation / State

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