National Register of Historic Places

Fort Smith National Historic Site

Fort Smith National Historic Site is a historic place in Fort Smith, Sebastian County, Arkansas, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000202.

Fort Smith, Sebastian County, ArkansasListed October 15, 1966NRIS #66000202★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Fort Smith National Historic Site?

Fort Smith National Historic Site is a National Historic Site located in Fort Smith, Arkansas, along the Arkansas River. The first fort at this site was established by the United States in 1817, before this area was established as part of Indian Territory. It was later replaced and the second fort was operated by the US until 1871. This site was designated as a National Historic Landmark in 1961.

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Listing details

Name
Fort Smith National Historic Site
City
Fort Smith
County
Sebastian County
Listed on the National Register
October 15, 1966
NRIS reference number
66000202
Resource type
district
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
35.38898, -94.43139
When was Fort Smith National Historic Site listed on the National Register?

Fort Smith National Historic Site was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.

Where is Fort Smith National Historic Site located?

Fort Smith National Historic Site is located in Fort Smith, Sebastian County, Arkansas at approximately 35.38898, -94.43139. See the map above.

Is Fort Smith National Historic Site a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Fort Smith National Historic Site is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.