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Take a look at the military past of the Natural State at the MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History. The museum chronicles Arkansas military history from its function during the state's infancy, to its present day role. Artifacts, photographs, weapons, documents, and uniforms help to detail the state's interesting military experience.

Check the performance calendar at the Robinson Center to catch the next performance by the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra, or a Broadway performance like Chicago or Les Miserables. Artists like Robert Plant, Merle Haggard, John Legend and Norah Jones have performed at the entertainment venue; as well as comedians like Bill Cosby, Rodney Carrington and Katt Williams - you never know when your favorite performer is going to take the stage at the Robinson Center Music Hall.

Tour the Arkansas State Capitol and get a closer look at the state's history and government operations. The beautiful building is almost 100 years old and features portraits and bronze busts of past governors, murals, the official state seal, and an exquisite cupola covered in 24-karat gold, among other attractions and facets of interest. While visiting the capitol, be sure to walk the grounds around the building. The land surrounding the capitol holds various memorial statues and figures, along with flourishing gardens.