Fort Smith— Doorway to the West

Here Comes the Judge!  Erin and  Greg took the kids to Fort Smith Museum of History Friday!  Erin tried to think of day trips for the children to enjoy this week!  She’s pretty special♥️

Some of the Museum’s features are: the story of William O. Darby, founder and commander of Darby’s Rangers, a collection of vintage vehicles that includes the 1911 J.J. Little, Fort Smith's first fire engine, and an 1857 Napoleon Cannon used by the Union forces during the Civil War. Other exhibitions include a revised display of the 1998 exhibition "In the Shadow of the Gallows", which includes original furnishings from the court of Judge Isaac C. Parker; "On the Air", an exhibit featuring the history of radio and television broadcast in Fort Smith and the region, beginning in 1922; an impressive collection of 19th century woodworking tools; and a depiction of the well-known Goldman Hotel in downtown Fort Smith.

Judge Parker’s desk for court—Ada and Greta called for order.

 

Miss Laura’s was a house of ill-repute. 

Belle Starr’s saddle

Greg with the grands—Museum in the background