What to do

Antique Shopping
There are always hidden treasures to find in Jacksonville. Our antique stores have a wide variety of merchandise, from furniture and home décor, to knickknacks and books. For directions and hours of operation, please contact each individual store.

• B&M Flea Market – 660 W. Main Street, 501-985-1788
• Decorator’s Bazaar – 100 Municipal Drive, 501-985-9842
• J. Hudson Galleries – 512 N. 1st Street, 501-982-8407
• Jackson Square Antique Gallery – 347 S. James Street, 501-985-9778
• McIntire Rare Collectibles – 8 Crestview Plaza, 501-985-1663
• Oliver’s Antiques – 1101 Burman Drive, 501-982-0064
  

Jacksonville Museum of Military History
This museum was created to foster an appreciation for the men and women who have served our country and ensured that our freedoms are not taken for granted. This educational and informative museum highlights the important role of the military for the country as a whole and the Jacksonville area specifically. Exhibits cover all major wars and include interactive displays, memorabilia, and a research room. Adults: $3; Seniors and Military: $2; Under 18: $1; Five and under: Free
100 Veterans Circle
501-241-1943
www.jaxmilitarymuseum.org

Battle of Reed’s Bridge Marker
The marker commemorates the site where Confederate troops fought to hold off Union troops who were advancing toward Little Rock in August of 1863. The battle took place on Bayou Meto on the south side of Jacksonville at Reed’s Bridge. The Confederates, led by Brig. General John S. Marmaduke, held them back, forcing the Union to find a new route to Little Rock.
Highway 161 (South 1st Street)

Jacksonville Guitar Museum
See a collection of vintage guitars.
Open Monday – Saturday from 10 to 6.
Admission is free
1105 Burman Drive

Wing Ding Festival
This festival is an all day event made especially for families! The first Saturday of October, Dupree Park is transformed into a fun land of food, games, interactive activities, inflatable rides, and live music. Sample unique flavors or enter a team of your own during the World Championship Chicken Wing Cook-Off! Admission and parking are free.
www.jacksonville-arkansas.com

Parks

Dupree Park
The epicenter of outdoor recreation in Jacksonville. This park includes a sports complex with six softball and five baseball fields. You will also find an 18-hole Frisbee-golf course, a 10-acre lake for fishing, a 1.3 mile walking trail, a playground and an enclosed off-leash dog park and much more.
1 Dupree Park Road

Jacksonville Community Center
The heart of activity in the City, the Center offers complete work-out facilities including an indoor pool, basketball court, aerobics, two racquet ball courts, two walking tracks (indoor and outdoor), weight equipment and locker facilities. Also includes a 1,500 square foot dividable meeting room and a 5,500 square foot banquet hall with stage available for rental.
5 Municipal Drive 501-982-4171.
www.cityofjacksonville.net

Splash Zone Water Park
Summer fun starts at Splash Zone pool and water park. Jacksonville’s newest and largest aquatics center features a plunge pool with two water slides, a water tunnel, the umbrella-shaped Rain Drop and Dew Drop water showers, and the kids-only Tea Cup. Concessions available. Handicap accessible.
Open Memorial Day to Labor Day. 
201 West Martin Street
501-982-7946

More Jacksonville City Parks
The city offers a variety of parks offering activities for all ages in a safe environment.

Fireman Park
Graham Road & Boys Club Drive - Boys & Girls Club facility, pavilion, playground, three multi-purpose courts

Excell Park
Southeastern & Ray Roads - Lighted and fenced youth baseball fields, playground, open field, picnic area

Galloway Park
Galloway Circle - Basketball court, pavilion, picnic table, playground

Johnson Park
Ray Road - Pavilions, basketball court, playground, picnic tables (one covered), horseshoes, rest rooms

Paradise Park
Redmond Road - Lake with two fishing piers, asphalt launching ramp, footbridge, pavilion, horseshoes, rest rooms

Northlake Park
End of tennis court - Playground, basketball court, pavilion

Stonewall Park
Berkshire Drive - Half-mile walking/jogging trail, playground, pavilion

Stagecoach Park
Wells Fargo Trail - Covered picnic table, playground