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Discover Conway Locally owned businesses are at the heart of this Faulkner County college town

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Park Hill Home If you love home décor with a dose of nostalgia and European sensibility, Park Hill Home is the perfect spot to shop. From timeless tabletop accessories to seasonal décor and long-lasting scented candles, Todd Smith and Charlie Groppetti’s store is a must-visit for inviting a sense of warmth into your home. facebook.com/parkhillhome

Beer poured from a tap at WunderHaus.

Bell & Sward This menswear store founded by Zanette Bell and Erik Sward helps Southern gentlemen dress the part. From sophisticated suits and casual basics to timeless Smathers & Branson gifts, Bell & Sward has you covered whether shopping for yourself or a loved one. bellandsward.com

Brothers Honey Company Katie and Elvis Opris opened their brick-and-mortar apiary in 2017. Here, they harvest and sell honey as well as other Arkansas-made products, including syrups and candles. They also provide resources for fellow beekeepers. Follow along on Instagram (@brothershoneyco) to see when you can catch the observation hive in-store. brothershoney.co

The Conway Cottages For accommodations, book your stay at one of these shortterm luxury rentals in historic “Old Conway.” The two recently renovated cottages sleep six people each and are available for rent on VRBO.com. Their farmhouse-style décor and thoughtful touches, like fresh flowers and baked goods, will make you feel at home. facebook.com/conwaycottages

Fat Daddy’s Bar-B-Que The downtown Conway Fat Daddy’s is the third location of what has become a barbecue favorite across the Arkansas River Valley. In addition to menu must-haves such as pulled pork, brisket, and ribs, offerings also include more outsidethe-box items such as a barbecue burrito and nachos. fatdaddysbarbque.com

An on-trend look at Bell & Sward.

H3 Home Decor This home furnishings store has been a family-owned and -operated endeavor since 1931. They carry an array of traditional, transitional, and contemporary styles from wellknown brands such as Flexsteel, Hooker, Universal, and more. Need help pulling it all together? H3 offers free design services for all their customers. h3homedecor.com

PattiCakes Bakery Now with two Conway locations, you have twice the opportunity to indulge in treats both sweet and savory from owner Patti Stobaugh. Long-known for delectable cakes, cookies, and pastries, PattiCakes makes mealtimes easy, too, with options like a Grab & Go menu for quick lunches and Take & Bakes for pre-made dinner dishes. patticakesbakery.com

WunderHaus WunderHaus has become the go-to place for farm-to-table European soul food—think poutine, meatloaf, and pierogies with homemade bread and fresh salads from local farmers. The restaurant space has an outdoor dining area, which you’ll want to take advantage of as the temperatures begin to drop this fall. wunderhausconway.com