Rogers Historical Museum
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CURRENT EXHIBITS

PERMANENT GALLERIES

These five galleries explore the history of Northwest Arkansas from the land and how it shaped our area to the pioneers who settled here, to a look at the beginning of the urbanization of Northwest Arkansas to the impact  of Beaver Dam, and a look at our more recent past.
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HAWKINS HOUSE

Step back in time on a guided tour through the Hawkins House and learn about middle class family life in early 20th century Rogers. Built in 1895, this 1,000 square-foot restored brick house is complete with period furnishings from the museum’s collection that are displayed so that it seems the Hawkins family still lives there.​
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FIRST STREET DISPLAY

Take a stroll along this small street scene that replicates several businesses–​a dry goods store, barbershop and a bank that once lined First Street in Rogers.
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THE CABOOSE

Located at the corner of First and Cherry Streets, this retired caboose from the Frisco line allows visitors to experience the railroad history of Rogers. You are welcome to climb the steps and turn the wheel, but the interior of the caboose is currently closed for maintenance.
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FROM PORTRAITS TO POLAROIDS

January 14 - July 8
A look at the evolution of photography through a selection of cameras and photographic prints from the Rogers Historical Museum collections. This exhibit gives a glimpse at everything from 19th-century daguerreotypes and formal studio portraits, to the rise of personal cameras, instant Polaroids, and the modern era of snapshot photography.



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THE ETIQUETTE OF COURTSHIP
January 14-May 20
“The Etiquette of Courtship” guided tour gives visitors a glimpse into the process of courtship in the early 1900s. From the proliferation of women’s magazines that offered advice on courtship to the delicate arts of conversation and letter writing, visitors will gain insight into the etiquette of courtship of the American  Middle Class during this period. The exhibit includes several examples of early 1900s love songs, Valentine’s cards, a wedding announcement, and a 1908 wedding dress to illustrate the progression of a courtship from introductions, to courting, to engagement.

FOR CHILDREN

GRANDMA'S ATTIC

Grandma's Attic is dedicated to educating through touch by allowing children to dress up, 'cook' on a vintage stove, use a vintage typewriter, and more.
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CHILDREN'S GALLERY

The Children’s Gallery is a fun place where kids can play and explore historic Rogers landmarks.  ​
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COMMUNIT​Y EXHIBITS

The Museum displays small exhibits at locations across Northwest Arkansas. Listed below are the exhibit names, locations and times when you can view each exhibit.
Auto-Biography  
Location: Adult Wellness Center (The Adult Wellness Center is open to members only)
Address: 2001 West Persimmon, Rogers AR
Day & Time: Monday - Friday, 8 AM to 6 PM


Photographers of Benton County 
Location: Center for Nonprofits at St. Mary's
Address: 1200 West Walnut, Rogers AR
Day & Time: Monday - Friday, 9 AM to 4 PM


BEHIND THE SCENES: What Makes a City Run?
Location: Rogers Public Library
Address: 711 S. Dixieland Road, Rogers AR
Day & Time: Monday - Thursday, 9 AM to 7 PM & Friday - Saturday, 9 AM to 5 PM

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LAND OF THE BIG RED APPLE
Location: Rogers Executive Airport
Address: Hwy 62 East, Airport Drive # 3

ONLINE EXHIBITS

Beaver Lake: Before and After
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The Bentonville School History 1841 - 1921

Buried Dreams: "Coin" Harvey & Monte Ne

Discovering the Bluff Dwellers

Early Poultry Industry of Northwest Arkansas

Elsie Mistie Sterling

From Overland Stage to Postal Truck: A History of the Mail Service in Rogers, Arkansas

Influential Women of Arkansas: From the Suffragettes to Today

Health Care in Benton County

Kruse's Gold Mine


Ladies of the Loom

​Living History Videos

Natural Resources of Northwest Arkansas

On Fields Far Away: Our Community During the Great War

Parades & Pageants: The Apple Blossom Festivals of the 1920s

Personal Computers: From the Early 1970s to the Late 1980s 

Rally Around the Flag: The Flags of the Battle of Pea Ridge
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Rebels, Federals and Bushwhackers

Reflections of the Black Experience


Remembering Rogers
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LET'S STAY IN TOUCH 

HOURS

Hailey Building Exhibit Galleries, Key Wing Education Center ​& Historic Hawkins House:
Tuesday through Saturday
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

TELEPHONE

(479) 621-1154

EMAIL

museum@rogersar.gov

ADDRESS    

Hailey Building Exhibit Galleries
313 South Second Street
Rogers, AR 72756

Key Wing Education Center & Historic Hawkins House

322 South Second Street
Rogers, AR 72756

Eversole Collections Building
300 West Poplar Street
​Rogers, AR 72756

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