Shiloh Museum of Ozark History

Monday – Saturday • 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
118 W. Johnson Avenue, Springdale, AR

The Shiloh Museum of Ozark History is a regional history museum focusing on six counties of the Arkansas Ozarks, which includes Benton, Boone, Carroll, Madison, Newton, and Washington. The museum takes its name from the pioneer community of Shiloh, which became Springdale in the 1870s.

UPCOMING EVENTS

EXPLORE THE HISTORY OF THE ARKANSAS OZARKS

Engage

Educators

Ozark Voices

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Educators

Ozark Voices

Discover

The Shiloh Museum’s collection includes over 500,000 historic images, over 40,000 archival artifacts, and extensive vertical files.

Researchers

Online Collections

Program Requests

Donate

Help us further our mission of providing resources for finding meaning, enjoyment, and inspiration in the exploration of the Arkansas Ozarks.

Become a Member

Learn more about the benefits of becoming a member, along with the satisfaction of knowing you are helping preserve our Arkansas Ozark heritage.

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  • History is in the details! 🔎✨

#PhotoIDFriday returns, and we’re heading back to circa 1980 Fayetteville. This image shows a group of advocates, likely local teachers, demonstrating for the Equal Rights Amendment on Block Avenue.

We want to give these individuals the credit they deserve in our archives, but we need the community’s help to identify them.

Recognize someone? Let us know in the comments! 

If you share this to your Stories or your feed, please tag @ShilohMuseum so we can see your notes! Your tags and shares help us solve these historical mysteries. 🏛️📜

#FayettevilleArkansas #FayettevilleSchools #ERA #WomensHistory
  • From sheep to shirt! 🐑➡️👕

Our Fibers to Fabric program is returning to the Shiloh Museum on April 23, and we want your 1st–3rd grade students to be part of the magic.

This interactive experience lets students get hands-on with history, discovering how raw materials were processed in the early Ozarks. It’s the perfect blend of science, social studies, and tactile fun!

✨ Required: Reservation (they go fast!)

SAVE this post for your lesson planning and visit our website (link in bio) for details and to register.

#ArkansasEducators #ArkansasOzarks #OzarkHistory #HomeschoolArkansas #SpringdaleAR
  • Give a gift that lasts longer than a season. 🎁✨

A Shiloh Museum Membership is more than just a card in a wallet; it’s a key to discovering the roots of our region. From the "Little Historians" in your family to the lifelong learners, we have a membership level designed for everyone.

The Perk List: ✨ Support for local history preservation ✨ Special access and benefits ✨ A meaningful way to give back to the Ozarks

Click the link in our bio to browse membership options and start your journey with us! 🏛️⛰️

#ShilohMuseum #SpringdaleAR #OzarkHistory #ArkansasHeritage #NWAcommunity
  • History is better when it’s hands-on! 🖐️📜 Introducing: LITTLE HISTORIANS, a new monthly series for children ages 4-6.

Our debut session, Plowing and Planting, explores the grit and growth of early Ozark settlers. We’re moving beyond the history books with:

✨ Interactive storytelling
✨ Real artifact exploration
✨ Hands-on planting activities
📍 Join us in the Meeting Room
🎟️ NO registration needed
🎒 Perfect for ages 4–6 + caregivers

Make sure to SAVE this post so you don’t forget the date, and SHARE it with a fellow parent who loves a good (free!) educational outing.

#ArkansasOzarks #NorthwestArkansas #LittleHistorians #OzarkHistory #SpringdaleAR
History is in the details! 🔎✨

#PhotoIDFriday returns, and we’re heading back to circa 1980 Fayetteville. This image shows a group of advocates, likely local teachers, demonstrating for the Equal Rights Amendment on Block Avenue.

We want to give these individuals the credit they deserve in our archives, but we need the community’s help to identify them.

Recognize someone? Let us know in the comments! 

If you share this to your Stories or your feed, please tag @ShilohMuseum so we can see your notes! Your tags and shares help us solve these historical mysteries. 🏛️📜

#FayettevilleArkansas #FayettevilleSchools #ERA #WomensHistory
History is in the details! 🔎✨ #PhotoIDFriday returns, and we’re heading back to circa 1980 Fayetteville. This image shows a group of advocates, likely local teachers, demonstrating for the Equal Rights Amendment on Block Avenue. We want to give these individuals the credit they deserve in our archives, but we need the community’s help to identify them. Recognize someone? Let us know in the comments! If you share this to your Stories or your feed, please tag @ShilohMuseum so we can see your notes! Your tags and shares help us solve these historical mysteries. 🏛️📜 #FayettevilleArkansas #FayettevilleSchools #ERA #WomensHistory
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From sheep to shirt! 🐑➡️👕

Our Fibers to Fabric program is returning to the Shiloh Museum on April 23, and we want your 1st–3rd grade students to be part of the magic.

This interactive experience lets students get hands-on with history, discovering how raw materials were processed in the early Ozarks. It’s the perfect blend of science, social studies, and tactile fun!

✨ Required: Reservation (they go fast!)

SAVE this post for your lesson planning and visit our website (link in bio) for details and to register.

#ArkansasEducators #ArkansasOzarks #OzarkHistory #HomeschoolArkansas #SpringdaleAR
From sheep to shirt! 🐑➡️👕 Our Fibers to Fabric program is returning to the Shiloh Museum on April 23, and we want your 1st–3rd grade students to be part of the magic. This interactive experience lets students get hands-on with history, discovering how raw materials were processed in the early Ozarks. It’s the perfect blend of science, social studies, and tactile fun! ✨ Required: Reservation (they go fast!) SAVE this post for your lesson planning and visit our website (link in bio) for details and to register. #ArkansasEducators #ArkansasOzarks #OzarkHistory #HomeschoolArkansas #SpringdaleAR
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Give a gift that lasts longer than a season. 🎁✨

A Shiloh Museum Membership is more than just a card in a wallet; it’s a key to discovering the roots of our region. From the "Little Historians" in your family to the lifelong learners, we have a membership level designed for everyone.

The Perk List: ✨ Support for local history preservation ✨ Special access and benefits ✨ A meaningful way to give back to the Ozarks

Click the link in our bio to browse membership options and start your journey with us! 🏛️⛰️

#ShilohMuseum #SpringdaleAR #OzarkHistory #ArkansasHeritage #NWAcommunity
Give a gift that lasts longer than a season. 🎁✨ A Shiloh Museum Membership is more than just a card in a wallet; it’s a key to discovering the roots of our region. From the "Little Historians" in your family to the lifelong learners, we have a membership level designed for everyone. The Perk List: ✨ Support for local history preservation ✨ Special access and benefits ✨ A meaningful way to give back to the Ozarks Click the link in our bio to browse membership options and start your journey with us! 🏛️⛰️ #ShilohMuseum #SpringdaleAR #OzarkHistory #ArkansasHeritage #NWAcommunity
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History is better when it’s hands-on! 🖐️📜 Introducing: LITTLE HISTORIANS, a new monthly series for children ages 4-6.

Our debut session, Plowing and Planting, explores the grit and growth of early Ozark settlers. We’re moving beyond the history books with:

✨ Interactive storytelling
✨ Real artifact exploration
✨ Hands-on planting activities
📍 Join us in the Meeting Room
🎟️ NO registration needed
🎒 Perfect for ages 4–6 + caregivers

Make sure to SAVE this post so you don’t forget the date, and SHARE it with a fellow parent who loves a good (free!) educational outing.

#ArkansasOzarks #NorthwestArkansas #LittleHistorians #OzarkHistory #SpringdaleAR
History is better when it’s hands-on! 🖐️📜 Introducing: LITTLE HISTORIANS, a new monthly series for children ages 4-6. Our debut session, Plowing and Planting, explores the grit and growth of early Ozark settlers. We’re moving beyond the history books with: ✨ Interactive storytelling ✨ Real artifact exploration ✨ Hands-on planting activities 📍 Join us in the Meeting Room 🎟️ NO registration needed 🎒 Perfect for ages 4–6 + caregivers Make sure to SAVE this post so you don’t forget the date, and SHARE it with a fellow parent who loves a good (free!) educational outing. #ArkansasOzarks #NorthwestArkansas #LittleHistorians #OzarkHistory #SpringdaleAR
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