THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The Pea Ridge Historical Society was organized on October 23, 2003, by a group of individuals interested in preserving and sharing the history of Pea Ridge, Arkansas.
OUR MISSION
The Pea Ridge Historical Society exists to research, preserve, and communicate the history and heritage of the city of Pea Ridge, Arkansas, its citizens, institutions, and surrounding communities, especially the areas within the Pea Ridge School District.
MEETINGS
Currently, regular meetings of the Historical Society are held on the 4th Tuesday of each month, at 6:00 in the evening. Meetings are usually held at the Pea Ridge Historical Museum, located at 1451 North Curtis Ave. Watch this webpage, the Events webpage, and the Pea Ridge Times Newspaper for news about meetings of the Society.
| Next Historical Society Meeting Monthly Meeting Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2010 6:00 p.m. at the Museum See the Events page. |
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Pea Ridge Historical Society
P.O. Box 276
Pea Ridge, AR 72751-0276
NEW AND ONGOING
We'd like to hear from you, and we welcome your responses and suggestions. To write us, see our mailing address at the bottom left, or, click prhistsoc@prark.org to send us an email.
PEA RIDGE,ARKANSAS
Pea Ridge became a city in Arkansas in 1850, with the establishment of its first Post Office. Its 150-plus years as a city have witnessed a rich variety of historical events (some of national significance), notable people, educational milestones, business and building enterprises, and evolving customs and traditions, as the people of Pea Ridge have worked and struggled to build a sturdy way of life through times marked by opportunity, hardship, and the crises of war.
SUBMITING ITEMS
We invite you to submit information and items of historical interest to the attention of the Historical Society. Records, photos, and artifacts are welcomed as donations. Or, if you wish to keep your historical items in your possession, but are willing to allow the Historical Society to make photographs or photo-copies, this too is helpful and appreciated.
MEMBERSHIP
You are invited to become a member of the Pea Ridge Historical Society. Membership dues are $10 per year. You may join in the following ways:
(1) Attend a meeting of the Historical Society and make your membership application there. Or, (2) mail your $10 check to Pea Ridge Historical Society, along with your name and mailing address. See address at left.
Click Here for a printable membership application.
 New Pea Ridge Historical Museum Opened March 2009 Organized on October 23, 2003,
Pea Ridge Historical Society is now in its sixth year. Through a lease
agreement with the City of Pea Ridge, the Pea Ridge Historical Museum is now
located in the Lodge Hall/E.H. Building at 1451 North Curtis Ave. in
downtown Pea Ridge.
The Grand Opening was held on Saturday, March 7, 2009. During the winter months the Museum is not open for regular hours, but visits can be arranged by calling 479-621-1621 or 479-586-5574. The building was constructed in 1947-48 by the Mt. Vernon Masonic Lodge. Extensive renovations were completed in 2008. The Historical Society wishes to thank the City of Pea Ridge for major contributions to the renovations, and also the volunteers who have given time and labor. |