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Delta Cultural Center Depot: A Journey Through Arkansas Delta History

Explore the Arkansas Delta's heritage at the Delta Cultural Center Depot, a gateway to history, culture, and music in Helena.

Housed in a beautifully restored 1912 Union Pacific Railroad Depot, the Delta Cultural Center Depot in Helena, Arkansas, serves as a portal to the rich history and culture of the Arkansas Delta. Through exhibits, artifacts, and stories, visitors explore the region's diverse heritage, from prehistoric times to the Civil War and beyond.

A brief summary to Delta Cultural Center Depot

  • 95 Missouri St, Helena, Helena, Arkansas, 72342, US
  • Tuesday 9 am-5 pm
  • Wednesday 9 am-5 pm
  • Thursday 9 am-5 pm
  • Friday 9 am-5 pm
  • Saturday 9 am-5 pm

Local tips

  • Allow ample time to explore both floors of the Depot, as each offers distinct exhibits and historical perspectives.
  • Visit the nearby Delta Cultural Center Visitors Center to experience the "Delta Sounds" music exhibit and learn about the region's musical heritage.
  • Check the Delta Cultural Center's website or call ahead for information on special events, programs, and temporary exhibits.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From the Delta Cultural Center Visitors Center at 141 Cherry Street, the Depot is located one block south at 95 Missouri Street. Simply walk south on Cherry Street, then turn left onto Missouri Street. The Depot will be on your right.

  • Driving

    From Cherry Street in downtown Helena, turn west onto Missouri Street. The Delta Cultural Center Depot is located at 95 Missouri Street, on the right-hand side. Free public parking is available.

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The Delta Cultural Center Depot, located in Helena-West Helena, Arkansas, is dedicated to preserving, interpreting, and presenting the cultural heritage of a 27-county region in the Arkansas Delta. Opened in 1990, the center aims to promote tourism and educate visitors about the area's unique history. The Depot itself is a restored 1912 Union Pacific Railroad station, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Inside, exhibits like "Heritage of Determination" narrate the Delta's story from prehistoric times through early settlement, agriculture, and the impact of the Mississippi River. A highlight is the multimedia, searchable "scrapbook" of Delta memories. The second floor focuses on the Civil War in the Arkansas Delta, including the Battle of Helena. The Delta Cultural Center encompasses several sites, including a Visitors Center, which features the "Delta Sounds" music exhibit dedicated to the blues, gospel, country, and rockabilly music of the Arkansas Delta. The Moore-Hornor House, Cherry Street Pavilion, Miller Hotel building, and Temple Beth El are also part of the center. Visiting the Delta Cultural Center Depot offers a comprehensive look into the history, culture, and music that define the Arkansas Delta. It's a chance to connect with the stories of the people, land, and events that have shaped this unique region.

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