Professional Development
Content (K-12) Arkansas History
Arkansas Department of Education
Annual Requirements – Arkansas History
2 hour credit
The Rogers Historical Museum
offers a choice of programs and presentations
designed to satisfy the requirements put forth
by the Arkansas Department of Education for K-12
teachers. Listed below are examples of programs
and presentational tours currently available for
Arkansas teachers. Reservations for teacher
professional development programs, presentations,
and tours can be arranged by contacting Monte
Harris at 479-621-1154.
At the Museum:
1895 Hawkins House
The Hawkins House offers a peek into the
everyday domestic 1890s lifestyle and presents
an opportunity to discuss technological and
cultural changes over the last 100 years. The
house tour also provides a review of traditional
and cultural roles within the Arkansas family
and society.
Benton County Crime Stories
Designed and created by the Rogers Historical
Museum staff, this award-winning exhibit shares
the history of local law enforcement with
various interactive features and dozens of
genuine artifacts, including a real jail cell
from the old Rogers police station.
First Street
This re-creation of the first street to be
established in downtown Rogers allows a view
through the window of three old time businesses
and features authentic period furnishings and
artifacts. This permanent exhibit includes a
barber shop, a general store and a bank.
Building Rogers
This exhibit focuses on local historic
buildings, basic building techniques and tools
used by old time and modern craftsmen.
Interactive features allow students to test
their building skills while developing an
appreciation of historic preservation.
At Other Locations:
Downtown Bentonville Walking Tour
This walking tour can be designed to reflect the
interests and time frame of the group. Several
subjects can be included such as historic
architecture of commercial buildings and homes,
Benton County Court properties, the Bentonville
square, and a hand-painted public mural
depicting Arkansas symbols. The tour suggests
stories of real people and real places that can
add valuable perspective to the classroom
experience.
Other Field Trips and Walking Tours
Frisco Springs and Lake Atalanta
Rogers Historic House District
Historic Church Window Art
Old Bentonville High School/Garfield School
Pea Ridge Battlefield/Civilian History
