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.
Among the notable events on this day in Fayetteville’s history, Will Rogers spoke at Schmidt’s Barn on the U of A campus. … More Today in History – Feb. 22
Margaret Swan Rodman passed away Thursday, February 19, 2026. She was born on April 4, 1936, in Marked Tree, Ark. Her parents, Marvin Swan and Allie Mae Anders Swan preceded her in death. Margaret lived a great life and her greatest legacy is her four children. She had a deep appreciation of learning and was … More Margaret Swan Rodman
Linda Annette Osburn, 73, of Fayetteville, passed away Friday, February 6, 2026, in Fayetteville. She was born January 15, 1953, in Fayetteville to Jay Lawson Osburn Sr. and Dorothy Mae Smith. She was a graduate of Fayetteville High School. Linda attended Center Street Church of Christ and retired from Black Hills Energy. Linda is survived … More Linda Osburn
Frou Gallagher, a long-time Fayetteville chronicler and videographer, created a documentary film about George's Majestic Lounge, the longest-operating pub in Fayetteville.