Arkansas welcomed 54.3 million visitors in 2025, setting a new all-time tourism record and generating $10.2 billion in visitor spending, according to the state’s 2025 Economic Impact Report released Thursday by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders.…
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Governor Sanders, First Gentleman Address Sold-Out 2026 Arkansas Governor’s Conference on Tourism
The 2026 Arkansas Governor’s Conference on Tourism and Outdoor Recreation kicked off Sunday evening in Little Rock, drawing a sold-out crowd of tourism professionals, outdoor recreation leaders, and economic development partners from across the state.…
Arkansas Arts Council Announces 2026 Governor’s Arts Awards Recipients
The Arkansas Arts Council, an agency of the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism, has announced the recipients of the 2026 Governor’s Arts Awards, recognizing individuals, organizations, and businesses for outstanding contributions to the…
Blanchard Springs Caverns near Mountain View to Become Arkansas’ 53rd State Park Under Governor Sanders Administration
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism Secretary Shea Lewis have officially signed a memorandum of understanding with the U.S. Forest Service, initiating the process to designate Blanchard Springs Caverns…
Trail Improvements at Queen Wilhelmina State Park Create New Mountain Biking Opportunities on Arkansas’ Second-Highest Peak
Arkansas State Parks celebrated the dedication of refreshed and enhanced trails at Queen Wilhelmina State Park, highlighting a renewed commitment to improving outdoor recreation access and elevating the visitor experience at one of Arkansas’s most…
Arkansas State Parks Honors Lifesaving Heroes at Petit Jean State Park
Arkansas State Parks hosted a special recognition ceremony today at Mather Lodge inside Petit Jean State Park, honoring four individuals whose quick, coordinated actions saved the life of a camper who went into sudden cardiac…
