Fort Southerland (also known as Fort Diamond) and Fort Lookout were both part of the formidable fortifications started by Confederate troops and improved by Federal soldiers during their 1864 occupation of Camden. Fort Sutherland is accessible to the public, is nterpreted through markers at the site, and has picnic areas. Fort Lookout is privately-owned and not accessible.
The Confederate Section of this cemetery is the final resting place for more than 200 Confederate soldiers; over 150
Camden, AR CemeteriesFort Southerland (also known as Fort Diamond) and Fort Lookout were both part of the formidable fortifications started by Confederate troops and improved by Federal soldiers during their 1864
Camden, AR FortsBuilt for Major Joseph M. Graham and his wife Mary Washington (first cousin of George Washington) in 1856, this home served as headquarters of Union General Frederick Steele during the Union occupation of Camden in 1864. Furnished in period furniture; open for tours by appointment.
Camden, AR Historic HomesDirections: Chamber Of Commerce Office Self-guided driving tour of homes; private garden tours;
Camden, AR ToursDirections: Ark. 278, which leads into town, becomes Washington Street Built for Peter McCollum in 1847, this museum features some of the original furnishings which were brought up the Mississippi by steamboat from New Orleans in 1863
Camden, AR Historic HomesThe site of fighting April 2-3, 1864 as Confederate troops tried to keep General Frederick Steele's Northern army from gainin...
An Arkansas Game and Fish Commission facility, the center features exhibits that reveal the natural history of Arkansas's Del...
Thirteen striking murals painted on downtown businesses creating an outdoor gallery that depict the history of Pine Bluff and...
Traces history from 1830 to present housed in a carefully restored Union Station depot; guided tours on request ...
Fishing: Largemouth bass are the lake\'s main drawing card, but fishing is also excellent for crappie, channel catfish, blueg...