BUFFALO ISLAND MUSEUM

MONETTE, AR

The Buffalo Island Museum in Monette, Arkansas is a unique museum dedicated to preserving the history and culture of the region. Founded in 1988, the museum is housed in a two-story building that was formerly a grocery store. The museum proudly displays a wealth of artifacts, photographs, and memorabilia that tell the story of Buffalo Island, the rural area of Northeast Arkansas that is home to Monette.

The museum's permanent exhibits include the Buffalo Island History Room, which showcases Native American artifacts, farm and home implements, photographs of the area, and other historic items. Visitors can also view the Civil War Room, the Veteran's Room, and the Agriculture Room. In addition to the permanent exhibits, the museum also hosts temporary exhibits that are updated frequently.

The Buffalo Island Museum also features a library and genealogy department, which is a great resource for local history and genealogy research. The library contains books, maps, and other documents related to the area. The museum also offers educational programs and events throughout the year, such as the annual Buffalo Island Heritage Festival and the Summer Reading Program.

The Buffalo Island Museum is a great place to explore the history and culture of the area. It is open Tuesday-Friday from 9 am to 4 pm and Saturday from 10 am to 3 pm. Admission is free and the museum is wheelchair accessible.

BUFFALO ISLAND MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in MONETTE AR. US MID #8400500156

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: 8704862012

BUFFALO ISLAND MUSEUM
HIGHWAY 18
MONETTE
AR
72447

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