March 12, 2023 Quarterly Meeting
March 2023 Quarterly Meeting
The March 2023 Quarterly meeting for the Benton County Historical Society was a huge success! For those that missed it, Larry Horton presented the history of Hiwasse at the Hiwasse Mercantile on Sunday March 12, 2023 to a great crowd. The event was hosted by Chris and Amanda Flynt, Owners of the Hiwasse Mercantile.
Hiwasse Mercantile
Venue for the Benton County Historical Society
March 12, 2023 Quarterly Meeting
Chris and Amanda Flynt
Owners of the Hiwasse Mercantile
Larry Horton, Presenter
"The History of Hiwasse"
Quarterly Meetings
March 12, 2023 Quarterly Meeting Reminder
Don't forget to put our March 12, 2023 Quarterly Meeting on your calendar!
The meeting will be held at the newly renovated Hiwasse Mercantile in Hiwasse. Chris and Amanda Flynt have restored the Mercantile.
Larry Horton will speak on "The History of Hiwasse". Larry is an author, realtor, EMT and native of Benton County. His family roots go deep in Hiwasse. The meeting will begin at 2:30 Sunday, March 12, 2023.
Refreshments will be served.
Quarterly Meetings
December 11 Quarterly Meeting - Huge Success!
Our December 11, 2022 Quarterly Meeting was a huge success!
Rick Parker did a wonderful job presenting the information regarding the Goingsnake Massacre. The audience was very pleased with his presentation and we wanted to thank Rick for his efforts.
Thanks to all that attended and we hope to have another Quarterly meeting on March 12, 2023 at 2:30, location and presenter to be announced later.
The Goingsnake Massacre refers to the eleven victims of a fatal shootout on April 15, 1872. The United States Marshalls and The Cherokee Nation have differing accounts of what contributed to the shootout in the court. Parker has researched and written the catalog for the Goingsnake Massacre and expects to publish in conjunction with the United States Marshall’s Museum.
October 15, 2022
BCHS Historic Home Tour
The BCHS Historic Home Tour scheduled for Saturday, October 15, 2022 from 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM was a tremendous success!
The Benton County Historical Society wishes to thank the following "Autumn Glory In Bentonville" Home Tour Sponsors:
The Bentonville History Museum
Signature Bank
Adventure Subaru - Fayetteville
Bentonville Real Estate - Larry Horton
Autumn Glory in Bentonville Home Tour featured four outstanding Bentonville homes that the owners have graciously loaned us for the day.
1) The Jackson House - when Henry Starr held up the Peoples Bank in Bentonville in 1893, Mr. Jackson was an assistant cashier. The Henry Starr gang used him as a shield for escape - he was injured in the process. This historic home was built in 1902 by Jackson and is on the National Register of Historic Places.
2) The Bohan Cottage - this lovely victorian cottage's renovation was featured on national television. The window boxes filled with plantings and the welcoming porch welcome the visitor in.
3) The Roseborough House C1900 - this Victorian home's renovation was also featured on national television. The lovely porch and Carpenter Gothic cable ends set the tone for a truly elegant presentation.
4) This home was the original Museum of Native American History and has been remodeled into a wonderful classic home. One outstanding feature is "The Bunkroom". The ceiling in the attic room showcases wood taken from a barn that was being torn down in Oklahoma. There are games, TV, and individual bunk spaces for the grandchildren.
September 16, 2023
BCHS Historic Home Tour - Purchase Tickets Now!
$20.00
The BCHS Historic Home Tour is scheduled to run from 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM and you can visit any of the homes in any order you please. Tickets are available for purchase and can be purchased here or at the BCHS office. Tickets are $20 in advance and $30 the day of the event. Free admission for children under 12. You don't want to miss this tour.
Autumn Glory in Bentonville Home Tour will feature four outstanding Bentonville home that the owners have graciously loaned us for the day. More information coming soon.
Purchase your tickets today!
June 11, 2023 Quarterly Meeting
June 2023 Quarterly Meeting
Damon Hudson explaining the differences between models.
June 2023 Quarterly Meeting
The June 2023 Quarterly meeting for the Benton County Historical Society was a huge success! For those that missed it, Damon Hudson presented the history of the Sawyer’s "View Masters" on Sunday June 11, 2023 to a great crowd.
Damon Hudson, Presenter
Damon Hudson explaining the differences between models.
June 2023 Quarterly Meeting
The view master was first introduced at the New York World's Fair (1939-1940.) Made by Sawyer's Photo Services, the device showed stereoscopic three-dimensional pictures. Originally intended as an educational device for adults, the view master soon become a popular children's toy.
Damon Hudson explaining the differences between models.
Damon Hudson explaining the differences between models.
Damon Hudson explaining the differences between models.
"The History of The View Master"
The View-Master has a long history, dating back to the late 1930's in Portland, Oregon, USA. It was initially conceived by William Gruber and Harold Graves.
Graves, who was president of Sawyers Photographic Services saw the potential of Gruber's camera rig he has developed for taking stereo photographs. The pair formed a partnership and the View-Master was born in 1938.
November 3, 2024 - Coal Gap School
Music at Coal Gap School on Slate Gap Road
The Glade Community Historical Society is happy to share some music with you.
You are invited to attend our next event that we are sponsoring at the Coal Gap School Building located on Slate Gap Road in Garfield, AR. The Coal Gap School building is located approximately fifteen miles east of Rogers at 20659 Slate Gap Road, Garfield, AR 72732.
Please attend one session or every session on Sunday, November 3, at 2 pm and December 1, at 2 pm.
Musicians who will perform for us are Mike Gray, Tim Kippert, Ken and Val Bell, Ken Mounce, John Rainone and Linda Dart. Other musicians are welcome!
JOIN US SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Spring is Here!
The Tulips have bloomed!
Spring is here and the tulips have bloomed at the James H Berry Park. Please click on the link below to learn more about the James H Berry Park.
Photo by Doug Mineart
BCHS Bible Repair Workshop - August 21 - Call Now to Sign Up
Contact our Office to Register (479) 273-3561
Our last workshop was a tremendous success so you don't want to miss this opportunity. This class will give you the knowledge and materials to repair that treasured family Bible. Don't hesitate, call us today!
Holiday Hours
Offices closed for Christmas and New Year's
Holiday Closures
The offices of the Benton County Historical Society and the James H Berry Park will be closed Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, December 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday.
We wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and the happiest and healthiest of New Year's.
Thank you for serving and supporting the work of the Benton County Historical Society!
Winter Hours for James H Berry Park
"Effective October 1, the James H. Berry Park will begin observing Winter hours. The park will be open from 8 a.m until 4 p.m., seven days a week".
Appomattox: The Last 48 Hours
Thursday, May 8, 2026
Come join us at the Cooper Elementary School at 2 Blowing Springs Road in Bella Vista for a very interesting program by two outstanding individuals recalling the discussion between General Ulysses S Grant and Robert E Lee. This program is free to the public and donations are accepted.
Start time is 7:00 PM so come early to get your seat.
For Further Information
Call us at 479-855-2335 if you would like more information about this program.
Sponsored by;
This program is sponsored by The Bella Vista Civil War Roundtable and the Bella Vista Historical Society.
Bi-Annual Meetings
Sunday, June 21, 2026 Ice Cream Social Reminder
Don't forget to put our June 21, 2026 Ice Cream Social on your calendar!
The meeting will be held at the Benton County Historical Society offices located at 306 N.W. 2nd St. in Bentonville (under the water tower).
This will be a fun, relaxed gathering celebrating our friendships and sharing stories of history in our community. Come one - Come all, we look forward to seeing you.
Attendance is free to the public and the meeting begins at 2:00 PM and ends around 4:00 PM.
Refreshments will be served.
September 12, 2026
Annual BCHS Historic Home Tour
The BCHS Historic Home Tour is scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 2026 from 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM and tickets can be purchased at the BCHS office. Tickets are $30 in advance and $40 the day of the event. Free admission for children under 12. We will have 4 historic Bentonville homes for our tour. You don't want to miss this tour!
Thursday - October 22, 2026
Annual Bean Supper - Purchase Tickets Now!
$15.00
Come and join us for our Annual Bean Supper with Cornbread and mouth watering pies for dessert!
Plan to come early because we ran out last year!!
The Bean Supper starts at 4:00 PM and continues until 7:00 PM at the Benton County Historical Society Office at 306 NW 2nd St. in Bentonville, AR.
Tickets are $15/adult or $10/child and can be purchased at the BCHS office. Call us today at 479-273-3561 to reserve your tickets!