Shiloh Museum of Ozark History


The Shiloh Museum is a good starting point for exploring the Ozarks' considerably complex history and culture. Exhibitions include six historical buildings you can poke around, and rooms full of artifacts ranging from quilts to photographs to hand-crafted toys. Located in Springdale (which began as Shiloh, hence the museum's name), 10 miles north of Fayetteville via US-71.


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