1. Home
  2. / Fort Smith
  3. / What is the primary purpose of the Fort Smith National Historic Site?

What is the primary purpose of the Fort Smith National Historic Site?

  • Commemorating Civil War battles

  • Preserving a historic courthouse

  • Honoring local Native American tribes

  • Preserving a frontier military post

Answer

The Fort Smith National Historic Site preserves the remains of two frontier forts and the historic Federal Court for the Western District of Arkansas. The site tells the story of Fort Smith's role in the settlement of the western frontier and its law enforcement history.
Discovering Fort Smith, Arkansas: Unlock the Secrets of this Historic City!

Discovering Fort Smith, Arkansas: Unlock the Secrets of this Historic City!

Take the Fort Smith Quiz
Subscribe newsletter

Subscribe Now!

Learn something
new everyday

Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox