DELTA CULTURAL CENTER

HELENA, AR

The Delta Cultural Center in Helena, Arkansas is an educational and cultural center dedicated to preserving the history and culture of the Arkansas Delta region. The Center is located in the historic downtown area adjacent to the Mississippi River and is housed in the beautifully restored King Cotton Hotel. It is just a few blocks away from the site of the Battle of Helena during the Civil War.

The Center offers a variety of exhibits and programs that focus on the unique culture and history of the area. Visitors can explore the Delta Music Museum and the Delta Exhibition Hall which feature artifacts, photographs, and multimedia presentations about the Delta. Exhibits examine the region’s African American heritage, its economic development, and the music of the blues and gospel.

The Center also offers educational programs and events for all ages. For children, there is a “Delta Discovery” program where they can learn about the Delta’s natural environment and its wildlife. For adults, the Center offers lectures, workshops, and seminars on topics such as African American history, Delta music, and local cuisine.

In addition to the exhibits and programs, the Delta Cultural Center also houses a gift shop and cafe. The gift shop offers a selection of books, music, and souvenirs related to the Delta region. The cafe serves a variety of traditional Delta dishes, including fried catfish, hushpuppies, and fried okra.

The Delta Cultural Center is a great place to learn more about the history, culture, and traditions of the Arkansas Delta. It is sure to provide visitors with an engaging and educational experience.

DELTA CULTURAL CENTER is a Uncategorized or General Museum in HELENA AR. US MID #8400500039

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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• telephone: 8703384350

DELTA CULTURAL CENTER
95 MISSOURI STREET
HELENA
AR
72342

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