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Family, History, Outdoors -

Rx Catering NWA • Historic Places Step back in time. Visit Arkansas' working water-powered grist mill, explore massive limestone caverns, and hike the pristine Ozark woods. Rogers Catering NWA Outdoors Tucked away in the hills east of Rogers, War Eagle Mill is a living piece of history. Rebuilt three times (including after the Civil War), it is the only working water-powered grist mill in Arkansas. Paired with the nearby War Eagle Cavern and the trails of Hobbs State Park, it makes for a perfect day trip of history and nature. The History of War Eagle Mill The first War Eagle...

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Events, Fayetteville, History -

Rx Catering NWA • Fayetteville Neighborhoods Welcome to the Hill. Your complete guide to Razorback game days, historic Senior Walk, and the must-see landmarks of the U of A campus. Game Day Catering University Website The University of Arkansas is the heartbeat of Fayetteville and the cultural anchor of Northwest Arkansas. Founded in 1871, "The Hill" offers a stunning blend of historic architecture and modern energy that draws visitors, students, and alumni from across the nation. From the electric atmosphere of Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium on football Saturdays to the quiet reverence of Senior Walk, this campus is a...

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History, Tontitown, Wine -

Rx Catering NWA • Tontitown Step back in time and taste the legacy of Italian settlers in the Ozarks. Located west of Springdale, Tontitown Winery offers award-winning wines, free daily tastings, and a museum dedicated to the area's unique history. Pairings Menu Call (479) 502-9879 Winery Essentials History: Founded by Italian immigrants led by Father Pietro Bandini in 1898 Wines: Famous for Muscadine, Concord, and fruit wines grown on-site Atmosphere: Housed in the historic "Taldo House" with a spacious outdoor patio Tastings: Free wine tastings offered 7 days a week Events: Live music on weekends and the annual Grape Festival...

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Arts & Culture, Eureka Springs, History, Weddings -

Rx Catering NWA • Eureka Springs Experience one of the finest religious spaces of modern times - E. Fay Jones' award-winning Thorncrown Chapel, nestled in the Ozark woods just outside Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Plan Your Menu Call (479) 502-9879 Chapel Quick Facts Architect: E. Fay Jones (Frank Lloyd Wright apprentice) Completed: 1980 Height: 48 feet into the Ozark sky Glass: 425 windows, over 6,000 square feet Foundation: 100+ tons of native stone and flagstone Ranking: 4th on AIA's list of top 20th century buildings Visitors: Over 7 million since 1980 Admission: Free (donations accepted) Thorncrown Chapel rises forty-eight feet into...

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Fayetteville, History, Outdoors, Weddings -

Fayetteville's Best View A century of history, art, and sunsets. Discover the historic retreat center that has evolved into Fayetteville’s cultural hilltop sanctuary. Fayetteville Catering Read History Mount Sequoyah is more than just the highest point in the city; it is the spiritual and cultural crown of Fayetteville. Founded in the 1920s as a summer retreat, this hilltop campus offers a blend of historic architecture, deep woodlands, and panoramic views that you simply cannot find anywhere else in Northwest Arkansas. Today, it serves as a vibrant non-profit center for the arts, recreation, and community gathering, inviting locals and visitors to...

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