Bird Feeder Fun

Happy Pollinator Week! Come to the visitor center amphitheater to create a treat for our largest pollinators with a park interpreter. All supplies provided.

River Safari

Explore the underwater world of the Cossatot River with a park interpreter! Snorkel in search of macroinvertebrates and learn how to assess water health based on our finds. All supplies provided. Dress water ready!

River Safari

Explore the underwater world of the Cossatot River with a park interpreter! Snorkel in search of macroinvertebrates and learn how to assess water health based on our finds. All supplies provided. Dress water ready!

Kayak Tour

Float the Cossatot River with park interpreters as your guides! This 6-hour day trip will take you down the calmest section of the Cossatot River within the park. Kayak, lifejacket and shuttle provided. Enjoy scenic views with breaks to swim and eat lunch. Registration and fees required. Space is

Trial by Jury Dinner

<p>Have you ever
wondered what it was like to sit in a courtroom over 150 years ago? Now’s your
chance! Join us for a unique re-enactment of a Washington, Arkansas, court
case from 1856: <em>Illness
and Influence: The Battle Over Joseph Crosby's Estate.</em> This trial
captivated the people of Washington and</p>

Petit Jean Softball

<p>Meet the park interpreters for a fun, family game of softball – Petit&nbsp;Jean style. We have some softball&nbsp;equipment, but if you have your own bring it out and join us.<b></b></p><br>
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Dances of the Past Workshop

<p>Dance experience is not required for this fun evening of dance and fellowship! Join the staff of Historic Washington State Park for an exciting class that will leave you with unforgettable memories. Throughout history, dance has been not only an art form but also a way to socialize and make new</p>

Frontier Days for Homeschools

<p>Today our interpretive staff will provide a special
experience for homeschool groups. Students will experience Frontier Days
as the 19th century pioneers would have experienced it. Programming will
be designed to correlate with state curriculum requirements. Sign up early
for this hands-on adventure</p>

Junior Apprentice Day at the James Black Blacksmith Shop

<p>Join the park
blacksmiths and the Four State Iron Munchers blacksmithing club for our Junior Apprentice Day at Historic Washington State Park! Participants of all
ages will be able to work with and learn from various smiths as they work on projects on forges set up adjacent to the James Black Shop</p>

Frontier Days

<p>Learn about the early settlement of the area in the 1820s
and 1830s and hear about the beginning of the town of Washington. Take a tour
of town and discover what some of the early settlers here brought to southwest Arkansas. For more information, contact the park at (870) 983-2684.</p> <br><br>

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