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PEA RIDGE NATIONAL MILITARY PARK VISITOR CENTER

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April 4, 2025

Flash Flood Warning
2025-04-04T21:15:00-05:00

FFWTSA The National Weather Service in Tulsa has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Benton County in northwestern Arkansas... Northwestern Carroll County in northwestern Arkansas... Northwestern Crawford County in northwestern Arkansas... Northwestern Madison County in northwestern Arkansas... Washington County in northwestern Arkansas... East Central Cherokee County in east central Oklahoma... Northeastern Sequoyah County in east central Oklahoma... Adair County in northeastern Oklahoma... Southeastern Delaware County in northeastern Oklahoma... * Until 915 PM CDT Friday. * At 310 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen today. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Fayetteville... Springdale... Rogers... Bentonville... Siloam Springs... Berryville... Stilwell... Eureka Springs... Cedarville... Natural Dam... Bella Vista... Lowell... Farmington... Pea Ridge... Prairie Grove... Gentry... Elkins... Tontitown... Gravette... West Fork...


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The Pea Ridge National Military Park Visitor Center is a must-see attraction for history enthusiasts and nature lovers visiting Arkansas. Located in Garfield, Arkansas, the center presents a detailed account of the Battle of Pea Ridge that took place during the Civil War.

Visitors are treated to a 25-minute film, "The Battle of Pea Ridge," that sets the stage for the events that unfolded in March 1862. The center also has a museum featuring exhibits that highlight the weapons, uniforms, and other artifacts that were used during the battle.

One of the unique things that visitors can see at the center is a diorama of the battlefield. The diorama, which measures 28 feet by 32 feet, provides a comprehensive overview of the entire battlefield, allowing visitors to visualize the terrain and understand the movements of troops during the battle.

In addition to the exhibits, the visitor center offers a bookstore where visitors can purchase books, maps, and other materials related to the battle. There are also opportunities for hiking and outdoor recreation in the park, including several trails that lead to the battlefield sites.

Overall, the Pea Ridge National Military Park Visitor Center is an excellent destination to learn about the Civil War and experience the beauty of Arkansas. Visitors should plan to spend at least a few hours exploring the exhibits and hiking trails to fully appreciate the historical significance and natural beauty of the park.

       

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