Rogers History and Heritage

Rogers History and Heritage
Welcome to Rogers, the Doorway to Northwest Arkansas! Rogers surprises and
delights with unique heritage, excellent dining, and fun to be had by all.
Hit the Bricks in Downtown
Rogers
Tour the Daisy Airgun Museum
located in downtown Rogers. Daisy
relocated to Rogers in 1958 from
Plymouth, Michigan, and has been the
home of Daisy Outdoor products ever
since. You will receive a guided tour
into the history of the Daisy brand
viewing artifacts that date back to the
opening of the company. Learn the
surprising story of NASA’s involvement with Daisy, and even smile at
memorabilia from the movie “A Have lunch at Levi’s Gastrolounge & Low Bar in Christmas Story”, where Ralphie the heart of downtown Rogers. Levi’s features asked for an official Red Ryder, which fresh entrees such as fish tacos, artisan burgers,
was a Daisy Outdoor product.
and specialty desserts. Make sure you leave room
for their signature homemade donuts!
Step back in time for a tour the Rogers
Historical Museum. See the 19th century
replica of First Street, do some time in
the restored jail cell, and tour the middle
class Victorian Hawkins House, restored
to its early 1900’s condition. After a short stroll, revel in Rogers’ railroad history with a visit to the retired Frisco
railroad caboose located in Frisco Park.
Then explore the rest of the downtown
shops, pausing for wine and a live art
demonstration from a local Rogers’ artist.
Check into a convenient Rogers hotel,
located within walking distance from
shopping and dining. Have dinner at
area dining standouts like Crabby’s Seafood Bar & Grill, Smokin’ Joe’s Ribhouse, Napoli’s Italian Restaurant, Las Palmas, Foster’s Pint & Plate, and many others.
Taste of the Ozarks
Ride out to scenic HWY 12, beginning in historical downtown Rogers along the east
side of Beaver Lake. Enjoy the views of the lake, nature, and shorelines on the way to
your next destination.
Marvel at the only water-powered grist mill in
full operation in Arkansas – War Eagle Mill.
Explore the mill grounds, discover the old
fashioned water wheel method used to grind
corn into flour, listen to the stories of the
millers, and visit the two-story gift shop.
Lunch will be at the mill’s feature restaurant, the Bean Palace.
Visit Arkansas’s largest state park in land area, Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area.
Take an easy nature walk, barrier free and
complete with resting benches along the
way, on the Ozark Plateau Trail.
Experience firsthand the true beauty of the
Natural State while learning about the
diverse plant, animal, and geologic
systems of the Ozarks.
After a full day it is time to head over to Ozark
Beer Company for a flight of local beers and a
craft brewing lesson from the brewmaster.
Ozark features beers suited for all tastes, and
the accolades just keep pouring in for this
Rogers microbrewery. Continue the beer
themed afternoon at the newest microbrewery
in town, New Province Brewery, drinking in
the growing craft beer scene in Northwest
Arkansas.
Dine at the restaurant of your choosing in downtown Rogers before you head to the
Arkansas Public Theatre (APT) at the Victory in Historical Downtown Rogers. The Victory
Theater opened its doors in 1927, and APT has brought performing arts to downtown
Rogers for the past 30 years.
Battles and Bargains
Start the day at Pea Ridge National Military Park. On March 7-8, 1862, 26,000 soldiers
fought here to decide the fate of Missouri and the West. The 4,300 acre battlefield
honors those who fought for their beliefs. Pea Ridge was one of the most pivotal Civil
War battles and is the most intact Civil War battlefield in the United States. Begin your
tour in the visitor’s center, featuring an orientation film, museum, bookstore, and gift shop. Outdoor activities include a 7-mile self-guided tour, 28 interpretive exhibits, 9
miles of horse trails, and 7 miles of hiking trails.
Lunch is on the north side of Rogers at Catfish John’s. As they say, “Nothing fancy. Just good food!”. Enjoy catfish, hushpuppies, and all the trimmings.
The afternoon is reserved for Rogers’ special brand of retail therapy. Explore the shops at Pinnacle Hills Promenade, Northwest Arkansas’ premier shopping destination, featuring over 100 stores and 12 restaurants. Find more bargains at the Shoppes at
Pinnacle Hills, Village on the Creeks, and other shopping districts throughout the city.