Old Independence Regional Museum
380 S. Ninth Street, Batesville, AR 72501
870-793-2121
The building that houses the museum was constructed by the WPA in 1936 and is on the National Register of Historic Places. It has been restored, and opened as a museum in 1998. Its interior architecture is expansive and modern. Its exhibits are interpretive and educational.
The museum is open :
Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and designated Sundays --- only for programs at 2 p.m..
- Closed: Sunday and Monday, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, M.L. King Day, President's Day, Easter, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Week, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and the Day After Christmas
| Admission is: | |||
| Adults | $5 | Military | $3 |
| Seniors 55+ | $3 | Students | $3 |
| Children 6 - 12 | $2 | Under 5 | free |
| Archival Research only | $5 |
Group rates are available for groups of ten or more with a reservation. Specialized group tours and group workshops are available with reservations but additional fees may apply. Call for more information.
School Tours: Schools are encouraged to book tours, the average length of which is one hour and fifteen minutes. Call for more information.
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Outside the museum is a Heritage Garden of native useful and medicinal plants.
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