Officially opened to the public in 1986, the Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources is situated in the midst of the historic sixty square mile Smackover Oil Field and one mile south of the oil rich town of Smackover.  Although the Museum represents all of Arkansas's natural resources, it is dedicated to thepioneers of south Arkansas's oil and brine industries and is funded by a special tax on the state's oil production and bromine extraction.    Officially opened to the e extraction.

 

 

 

 

 

Coming in March!

 

A beautiful Arkansas river scene greets you upon entering the Exploring the Frontier exhibition. Be sure to bring your camera and take a photograph of your children or grandchildren paddling in the Native American style canoe.

 

Imagine seeing a dinosaur alive! Ever since the first dinosaur fossil was identified almost 200 years ago, people have wondered about how these amazing animals lived, moved, and behaved. Today, paleontologists use new discoveries, new technology, and new ideas to piece together what these living, breathing dinosaurs were really like. Investigate the scientists’ new clues and discoveries as you explore the exhibition.

 

Coming to the museum for three months only!

Beginning April 23!

 

 

 

Backyard Science makes science personal and accessible to everyone. Come and discover the diversity of life and the dynamic range of scientific processes that happen every day all around you.