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Shiloh Meeting Hall: A Historic Gathering Place

Explore the rich history of Northwest Arkansas at the Shiloh Meeting Hall, a landmark building in downtown Springdale.

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The Shiloh Meeting Hall, built in 1871, stands as one of the oldest buildings in Northwest Arkansas. Originally serving as a collaborative church and Masonic lodge, it has been a central gathering place for community events throughout its history. Today, it's part of the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History, offering a glimpse into the region's past.

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Local tips

  • Visit the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History to learn more about the region's past and see other historic buildings.
  • Check the Shiloh Museum's website for upcoming events and exhibits at the Shiloh Meeting Hall.
  • Explore the Razorback Regional Greenway, which is adjacent to the Shiloh Museum and offers a scenic route through Springdale.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    The Shiloh Meeting Hall is located at 121 W Huntsville Ave, adjacent to the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History in downtown Springdale. From most points in downtown, it is easily accessible by foot. Head towards the intersection of Johnson Avenue and Main Street. The Meeting Hall is one block north of the museum's main campus.

  • Public Transport

    Ozark Regional Transit (ORT) provides fixed-route bus service in Springdale. Check the ORT website or app for the nearest bus stop and schedule. From the bus stop, follow the walking directions to the Shiloh Meeting Hall. Fares are $0 through 2024 due to partnerships with the cities and the Walton Foundation.

  • Driving

    From I-49, take the Elm Springs Road exit (#73) and head east on Elm Springs Road, which turns into Huntsville Avenue. Turn right on Main Street and go three blocks; the Shiloh Museum will be on your left. The Shiloh Meeting Hall is one block north of the museum. Free street-side parking is available on Johnson Avenue and Main Street.

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The Shiloh Meeting Hall, located in downtown Springdale, Arkansas, has been a cornerstone of the community since its construction in 1871. Originally known as Shiloh Church and later the Odd Fellows Lodge, this two-story frame building was a joint effort by the Shiloh Regular Baptist Church, Liberty Missionary Baptist Church, the Methodist Episcopal Church South, and the Springdale Masonic Lodge No. 316. Reverend John Holcomb donated the land for the building, which cost $973.43 to construct, with lumber sourced from Van Winkle Mill near War Eagle. Over the years, the Shiloh Meeting Hall has hosted church services, fraternal organization meetings, and various civic gatherings. Shiloh Primitive Baptist Church was the last congregation to hold regular services there, disbanding in 1928. In 1935, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF) New Era Lodge No. 36 acquired the building and used it for local and state lodge meetings for the next seventy years. In 2006, the building was renamed Shiloh Meeting Hall to better reflect its diverse history as a community gathering place. Today, it is part of the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History, serving as a meeting place and exhibit hall. The Shiloh Museum, founded in 1968, is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the history of the Arkansas Ozarks, with exhibits, historic buildings, and a vast research library. The museum grounds also feature other historic structures, including an 1850s log cabin, an 1870s general store, and an 1880s doctor's office.

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