The Osage and the Quapaw nations traveled the region now known as Northwest Arkansas for generations, including the land upon which Fayetteville was eventually founded. During a brief period, early Cherokee migrants lived in the region as well.
Fayetteville, founded in 1828, will celebrate its first 200 years during the course of 2028. Join in by learning more about the city’s past and thinking about ways to improve upon the city we have today.
Madalyn Murrary O’Hair spoke on the University of Arkansas campus on this day. … More Today in History – March 24
1965 The Smothers Brothers performed their comedy and music act before a crowd of 2,400 at the University of Arkansas on this date.
Mari “Meg” Smith, age 63, of Fayetteville passed away passed away Saturday March 21, 2026. She was born August 7, 1962 in Foster City, California to Robert Peterson and Mary Cox Walshin. She was preceded by her parents, and her son, Nikolas. She is survived by her husband, Anthony Lombardo; two daughters, Autumn Ernest and … More Meg Smith
Frou Gallagher, a long-time Fayetteville chronicler and videographer, created a documentary film about George's Majestic Lounge, the longest-operating pub in Fayetteville.