Arkansas Made at the Historic Arkansas Museum

The 'Arkansas Made' collection at the Historic Arkansas Museum is a pioneering study of Arkansas's artistic heritage, transforming the cultural image of the state from a crude, backwoods pioneer territory to one rich in artistic traditions. For over four decades, the museum's research team has meticulously documented artisans, cabinet makers, silversmiths, potters, fine artists, and quilters from communities across Arkansas. The collection showcases a diverse range of Arkansas-made objects, including furniture, quilts, silver, pottery and firearms. These items reflect the skills and creativity of Arkansas artisans from the frontier period through 1870, and up to the present day. The 'Arkansas Made' research has been showcased through numerous exhibitions and publications, highlighting the museum's collection and other objects found in public and private institutions worldwide. Visitors can explore the museum's galleries to see examples of 'Arkansas Made' art and history, ranging from indigenous Arkansans to contemporary artists and artisans. The Historic Arkansas Museum itself is located on a historic city block that includes the oldest building in Little Rock, offering a glimpse into 19th-century life.