National scenic byway follows the 198-mile length of the Delta's only "highlands;" comprised of federal, state and county roads. From Piggott to Helena, the route passes by or near five state parks, a national forest, Civil War sites, the former home of Ernest Hemingway, historic homes, museums, rich agricultural areas, and the Delta Cultural Center.
Historic cemetery lies on the upsurge of Crowley's Ridge at the northern edge of town. Burial place of Helena resident Gen. Patrick Cleburne, known as "the Stonewall Jackson of the West."
Helena-West Helena, AR CemeteriesOldest public building in Phillips County;
Helena-West Helena, AR Historic LibrariesMuseum in restored depot and storefront tells the story of efforts to settle and cultivate the fertile Delta region along the Mississippi River. Interactive audio exhibits on the region'
Helena-West Helena, AR MuseumsPicnicking and fishing are available in this park that overlooks the Mississippi River; an elevated boardwalk leads to the river's edge;
Helena-West Helena, AR ParksCultural and musical tours of Mississippi River town feature an authentic gospel church service, a live performance of America's longest-running blues radio show and a visit to the Delta Cultural Center. Customized tours, with advance notice, can include historic homes, a visit to one of the Delta'
Helena-West Helena, AR ToursSix murals grace this Delta community's downtown. ...
Credit Cards Accepted: MasterCard, Visa Depicts the history of agriculture and pioneers who farmed the Grand Prairie, wat...
Tour down historic Lakeshore Drive. As you travel along, you'll see beautiful old homes, churches, Chicot County Courthouse a...
Monument marks starting point of 1815 surveys for the Louisiana Purchase. A newly renovated boardwalk and exhibits lead to th...
Historical marker on North Lakshore Drive placed at the site where Lindbergh landed his plane after conducting the first nigh...