Fayetteville History

Documenting the funky past of Fayetteville, Arkansas

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.

Approaching a Bicentennial

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.

Earl Templeton

October 10, 2026

George Earl Templeton III, age 66, passed away October 10, 2026. Earl was born October 16, 1959, in Fayetteville to George Earl Templeton Jr. and Bobbie Nell (Moore) Templeton. He was a lifelong member of Central United Methodist Church in Fayetteville. He was preceded in death by his parents and one great niece, Lottie. Earl … More Earl Templeton

Today in History – Oct. 5

October 5, 2026

Uncas wins Jockey Club’s first race; contralto Augusta Lenska performs; and comedian Pat Paulsen gives U of A students the many reasons they should elect him president. … More Today in History – Oct. 5

The Kennedy Center

August 9, 2026

With the UA Fine Arts Center as an early trial, Fayetteville native Edward Durell Stone designed the Kennedy Center, a project pushed forward by Sen. J. William Fulbright. … More The Kennedy Center

George's Majestic

Frou Gallagher, a long-time Fayetteville chronicler and videographer, created a documentary film about George's Majestic Lounge, the longest-operating pub in Fayetteville.