Local history books on arkansas arcadia publishing. The books listed here are books that were not published by hearthstone legacy publications. The northwest arkansas times newspaper asked readers to submit photos for publication of a pictorial history of the region. For the historic record arkansas life remembers the. Arkansas center for the book arkansas state library arkansas.
The arkansas state archives houses approximately,000 cubic feet of state records and manuscript collections pertaining to the history of arkansas and its people. Books on arkansas history local and regional history, genealogy and pictorial histories from broughs books. The authors life as one of seventeen children of sharecroppers growing up in arkansas and her journey to the white house as the diarist to president bill clinton. Discover librarianselected research resources on arkansas history from the questia online library, including fulltext online books, academic journals, magazines, newspapers and more.
Early history examines the archaeological record that tells the story of the first inhabitants of arkansas. Arkansas yearbooks online arkansas yearbook collection. Scattering, they poked through the basements filing cabinets, bound books of newspapers from the distant past, photo archives and clip files, navigating the moguls of wellloved but longforgotten furniture, commenting on the sheer amount of stuff. Five precivil war houses, on their original block, are restored to antebellum appearances, so you can learn about life precivil war in arkansas. These are books that were published by a wide variety of publishers between the 1880s and recent years. Although it may not be detailed in every textbook, arkansas is.
Northwest arkansas memories by northwest arkansas times. It wont be long before you know every bit as much if not more than an arkansas native. Order classroom materials arkansas secretary of state. Also any books with very good details on prices 1864 missouri raid when it started out from northern arkansas would be appreciated. All these families left names permanently connected with the history of arkansas. Search census records 1860, 1870, 1880, 1900, 1910, 1920, 1930, 1940, 1890 veterans. This arkansas state page of our website provides direct links to major databases and historical titles and information found on arkansas genealogy and history, whether they exist on our site, or across the web. County history and genealogy books hearthstone legacy. The arkansas center for the book was established in 2000 and is an affiliate of.
These materials have been described and inventoried for ease of access. Back to school reads by arkansas childrens authors only. Ashley county, bradley county, calhoun county, chicot county, clark county, cleveland county, columbia county, dallas county, desha county, drew county, hempstead county, howard county, lafayette county, lincoln county, little river county, miller county, nevada county, ouachita county, pike county, sevier county, and union county, arkansas sold, no longer available. Home education classroom presentations ordering information. Here are 10 historical fiction novels about tween boys ages 9 to 12. Learn about the prehistory and culture of the first early inhabitants, and what lessons it. Dedicated regional history and local interest books are designed to shine intimate, uniquely detailed spotlights on arkansas history from a variety of angles.
The cals encyclopedia of arkansas is a free, authoritative source of information about the rich history, geography, and culture of arkansas. They may include county histories, town histories, other types of histories, collections of biographies, genealogies of families, collections of records for a specific area, etc. Youll also find a wide range of historical and genealogical materials from canada, england, scotland and more. American dirt by jeanine cummins extraordinary stephen king learn more. Below you will find a thematic book list for a study on arkansas. Beyond battles and leaders civil war in the west by anne j. Books and exhibit guides available for your pc, mac, and mobile device.
First and only collective history of monette high school with 198 photographs including old school building, faculty and classmates, as well as 48 mhs senior composites. Classroom presentations arkansas history civics and. Book sale finder, your guide to used book bargains at book sales held by libraries and other nonprofit organizations. Source book paperback 1977 by mary frances harrell author. The library is home to publications about arkansas, its history and people. Bales and the southern red scare, an 18 month project to arrange, describe, rehouse, and make accessible the papers of james d. Meet ghosts from arkansas and their bonechilling stories. Guided tours of the historic houses encounter actors portraying original residents, making it easy to step back in time and learn about the history of arkansas. Works with any computer, and is easy to use and read. For faster results, type a keyword or surname in the search window which can. These inventories, called finding aids, are keyword searchable. Arkansas history books on regional and local history of the united states.
In the colony of 1815 all from kentucky were the brothers, richard, john, thomas and james peel, sons of thomas peel, a virginian, and kentucky companion of daniel boone. Arkansas early history prehistory first early inhabitants of arkansas. Sponsors research trips and conferences, and publishes the quarterly journal the arkansas family historian. Northwest arkansas memories pictorial history book pediment. List of books and articles about arkansas history online. Histories and genealogies are published books or collections that contain genealogical information. Goodspeed biographical and historical memoirs of southern arkansas includes 21 south arkansas counties. Search for arkansas classmates, friends, family, and memories in one of the largest collections of online univeristy, college, military, and high school yearbook images and photos. Search arkansas historical newspaper archives online. One reason has been the limited archival resources. Discover the rich backstories of iconic arkansas towns like. The louisiana purchase in 1803, thomas jefferson and the united states purchased a large region of land from france called the louisiana purchase. The grand prairie a history of duck huntings hallowed ground. Little man victor, an 11yearold boy who stutters, takes over his best friend rats paper route while rat is visiting his grandparents.
Arkansas history a list of books and microfilm particular to arkansas history which are available through the family history library. Especially details and first hand accounts of their uniforms and arms at that period. Pages in category novels set in arkansas the following 15 pages are in this category, out of 15 total. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. The northwest arkansas times has been busy for the last 150 years, reporting on the changes, challenges, victories and setbacks this area has experienced. I wonder if the place where the tilly willy bridge used to be still has the lady in the white dress popping up every now and again. The books in this section are all printed books most are hardbound, and are not cds or dvds. Arlen jones, a retired veteran of the armed forces and a. Everyday discount prices and great customer service. Books written by authors from or living in arkansas score a books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for. History on the southwest trail by mary medearis, a country year. The land of arkansas was included in this purchase. Last week, we shared our 10 favorite historical fiction books about tween girls, but we wouldnt want to leave out the boys. These books may be found at your local public or school library.
Among them were a handful of folks from the arkansas democratgazette and kate askew. Though students are busy with math, science, english and other subjects, encourage young readers to take some time out this fall with great books by arkansas childrens authors. No matter whether youre a resident looking to learn more about your home state or a firsttimer curious about history, these books are sure to. Bales, comprising 435 linear feet of materials that document the history of american conservatism.
Georgia county history and genealogy books no titles currently available. The web site includes a useful set of links for researchers. Discover the most important events in arkansas history, and its culture and the communities throughout time. Arkansas has frequently been omitted from surveys of the south and from national history.
Click on any of the following titles for the description of the books that are currently available. Neara also serves as a resource center for historical research focusing on the unique history, culture, and heritage of the area. Understanding the history of the area where your ancestor lived can be helpful to understand what their life may have. This third edition incorporates the fruits of new research and of extensive consultations with teachers, curriculum supervisors, and students themselves. Recently, however, archives have proliferated, and a solid mass of scholarship has come from the university of arkansas press and the arkansas historical society. An essential resource for genealogists and historians. Book recommendations for post 1862 arkansas nonfiction. The area im focused on is nw arkansas, and i want to know the best books covering that area after prairie grove, 1863onwards. A pictorial history of northwest arkansas northwest arkansas times, 1993 no editor or author is noted. State and county histories, city directories, biographies, war records and much more. Slave narratives are stories of surviving slaves told in their own words and ways. Vintage books arkansas 169 followers vinbooks1958 4266 vinbooks1958s feedback score is 4266 100. Foreign affairs in political cartoons, 18981940 america and the world is an ebook designed to teach students about united states history through the analysis of political cartoons. Neara opened in 2011, founded through a partnership between the arkansas history commission and arkansas state parks, and is located within powhatan historic state park.
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