Arkansas' fascinating history is on display at the Old State House Museum.

The Old State House Museum will recreate life in Arkansas during the first year of the Civil War from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday (Nov. 12) at the museum, 300 W. Markham St., Little Rock.

Admission is free.  

Life on the home front will be explored as living historians portray civilians, soldiers, and politicians dealing with the realities of secession and war. Visitors will have an opportunity to experience issues such as shortages and currency instabilities, recruiting and equipping soldiers, electing representatives and senators for the new Confederate national government in Richmond, dissent and disloyalty to the Confederate cause and more.

Children can enjoy hands-on activities and old-fashioned games.

 Scheduled events:

  • 10 a.m. Weapons and Drill Demonstration (East Lawn)
  • 10:30 p.m. Concert and Tableaux by the Patriotic Ladies of Little Rock (Front Steps)
  • 11:30 a.m. Confederate Congressional Election (Front Steps)
  • Noon Weapons and Drill Demonstration (East Lawn)
  • 1 p.m. Issue of Equipment to enlistees in the Confederate Army (Front Steps)
  • 2 p.m. Opening of the Arkansas General Assembly and Election of Confederate Senators (1836 House)
  • 2:45 p.m. Weapons and Drill Demonstration (East Lawn)
  • 3 p.m. Concert and Tableaux by the Patriotic Ladies of Little Rock (Front Steps)
  • 4 p.m. Testimony to the Military Board of Persons Arrested as Members of the Peace Society (1836 House)

For more information call (501) 324-9685.