Parkin Archeological State Park

Arkansas State Park · Cross County

Entrance feeFree
CountyCross
CampingDay use only
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About Parkin Archeological State Park

A National Historic Landmark preserving a 17-acre Mississippian village occupied from A.D. 1000 to 1550, where archeologists have found evidence that Hernando de Soto may have visited in 1541. Self-guided visits and the museum are free.

Things to do

Amenities & facilities

Facility rentals

Pavilions and meeting rooms you can reserve for groups and events.

Entrance fee

Free entry

Hours

Museum:

Wednesday-Saturday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sunday 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

Closed Mondays and Tuesdays (except for Memorial Day, Labor Day and Fourth of July when required)

Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Picnic Area / Playground / Restrooms:

Open daily all year

8 a.m. until one hour after sunset

Hours as published by Arkansas State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

Contact

Phone870-755-2500

Address60 State Hwy 184, Parkin, AR 72373

Upcoming events at Parkin Archeological State Park

Event details and registration are on the Arkansas State Parks calendar.

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