Powhatan Historic State Park

1888 Courthouse at Powhatan Historic State Park

Exhibits tell the story of the commerce, politics, and lifestyles that shaped north Ark.

Powhatan jail

Powhatan Historic State Park

1888 Courthouse at Powhatan Historic State Park

What to know

The uniqueness of this park is in its preservation: all six historic buildings stand in their original 19th-century locations. Built on a hill to overlook and welcome Black River steamboat traffic, the 1888 courthouse contains exhibits interpreting the commerce and culture of Lawrence County from Reconstruction through the early 20th century and is free to the public. Guided tours by knowledgeable interpreters are available in the remaining historical structures, including a log house, school, church, and jail. Popular among families, Powhatan bridges the past to the present. Located on Hwy. 25, this park is worthy of a stop. Lake Charles and Davidsonville are within 15 miles, making it possible to visit three state parks in a day.

Group Facilities

Meeting Rooms

Courtroom

For reservations and more information, please contact the park at 870-878-6795 or [email protected].

Rental Fee: $125.00

Contact park for availability.

Methodist Church

Built in 1875, this building housed the Methodist and other Powhatan religious congregations until 2015. Today, it is available for rent by the public for various events and group activities. For reservations and more information, please contact the park at 870-878-6765 or [email protected]

Rental Fee: $125.00

Contact park for availability.

Powhatan School

Built-in 1875, this building housed the Methodist and other Powhatan religious congregations until 2015. Today, it is available for rent by the public for various events and group activities. For reservations and more information, please contact the park at 870-878-6765 or [email protected]

Daily Rate: $125.00

Contact park for availability.

4414 Hwy 25

Powhatan, AR 72458

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870-878-6765

Courthouse Museum

Wednesday-Saturday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays (except for Memorial Day, Labor Day and Fourth of July when required)

Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Passing Time in Historic Powhatan Thursday, April 16, 2020