Permanent Collection
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​The permanent collection contains over 50,000  objects which are used for in-house exhibits, research and loans. It primarily consists of objects from 1819, when the Arkansas Territory was formed, to the present, that tell the story of Rogers and the surrounding area. A limited number of objects outside of Benton County are included in the collection, since they represent the outside influences that shape the historical heritage of Benton County. The permanent collection's major categories are: images, archival materials, textiles, furniture and household items and art.

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Teaching Collection

The Teaching Collection consists of items which are either reproductions, duplicates of objects in the Permanent Collection or objects without historical documentation or local historical significance. Objects in this collection are used by visitors in the hands-on exhibit The Attic, and are displayed in the period stores of the First Street exhibit, or are used in in-house and outreach educational purposes, including A to Z Boxes, Discovery Boxes, programs and tours.

To see what boxes are available go to our Resources for Educators page. Email Ashley Sayers with any questions or to reserve a box. 
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Research Library

The Research Library is open by appointment only. Please call 479-621-1154 with your research request or to reserve a time to look through our offerings. It consists of magazines and newspaper articles, books, research manuscripts, maps and photocopies of historical documents and local directories, as well as Museum-generated research reports and oral histories. Objects in this collection are frequently used for public and staff research. Also includes modern prints, slides, and negatives that can be, with permission, used for programs, publicity, research and exhibits. A List of Topics guide outlines all subjects available for research in the Library.

Visitors are welcome to explore historical topics of interest in the Museum's Research Library. 

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