INCLUDED WITH YOUR VOYAGE
Helena, Arkansas
HOP-ON HOP-OFF TOUR Remember! Your vacation, your choices. Visit as many or few of the included attractions in Helena listed below at no cost. Wherever you go, you're sure to witness the real-time revitalization of this historic river town.
THE HELENA MUSEUM
In 1929, a new museum was completed to showcase a collection of donated historic artifacts. The Helena Museum has the distinction of being the oldest purpose-built museum in the state of Arkansas and features an impressive collection of memorabilia and artifacts.
PILLOW-THOMPSON HOUSE
Built in 1896 by Jerome B. Pillow, the historic Pillow-Thompson House has been beautifully restored to offer visitors a look at one of the finest examples of Queen Anne architecture in the South.
FORT CURTIS
The original Fort Curtis was built soon after Union forces occupied Helena in 1862 and served in the Union defense during the Battle of Helena in July, 1863. This replica, named after the Union General in command Samuel R. Curtis, allows visitors to experience an earthen fort, including the massive 24-pounder guns. Exhibit panels and costumed interpreters portray the story of the original fort, its unique construction and role the fort played in Civil War era Helena.
ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH
Built between 1934-1935, St. Mary’s Catholic Church is considered one of the finest examples of an early Christian church west of the Mississippi River. It was designed by three famous artists, Charles Eames, Charles Quest and Emil Frei. Admire the unique features, which all contribute to a genuine medieval atmosphere.
DELTA CULTURAL CENTER DEPOT
The Depot features the exhibit “A Heritage of Determination” which depicts the history of the Delta from its earliest inhabitants through settlement and subsequent Mississippi River floods. Upstairs there is an exhibit called “Civil War in the Delta” which explains the Battle of Helena.
DELTA CULTURAL CENTER
Home to “King Biscuit Time,” the longest running Blues radio broadcast in the world, the Delta Cultural Center tells the story of Helena, its people and what makes the Arkansas Delta region unique.
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