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.

Olivia Pamungkas

September 19, 2026

Olivia Kathryn Pamungkas, age 13, of Prairie Grove passed away Saturday September 19, 2026, in Fayetteville. She was born November 8, 2012, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, the daughter of Dendy and Leslie Wunderlin Pamungkas. She was a student at Woodland Junior High School. Olivia has always been beautiful with a kind heart; she was an … More Olivia Pamungkas

Savannah Parker

September 19, 2026

Savannah Grace Parker passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 19, 2026, leaving behind a beautiful legacy of love, laughter, faith, and light. Born on November 14, 2013, Savannah brought a remarkable joy to the world during her 12 years. Her impact could never be measured simply by … More Savannah Parker

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.