Logan County Museum

The Logan County Museum, located in Paris, Arkansas, is a significant historical structure and the repository of artifacts documenting the county’s heritage. The brick building, constructed in 1903, was the fourth jail to serve (North) Logan County and was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1993. The Logan County Museum strives to collect, preserve, interpret, and exhibit the history and cultural impact of Logan County, Arkansas for future generations. The LCM is maintained by the Logan County Museum Association, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that is funded through grants and donations.

Exhibits

The Logan County Museum houses artifacts related to the history of Logan County, Arkansas, including the Coal Mining, Arkansas Last Legal Hanging, the Smith Doctor's, Military History, School Days, and the Orphan Train.

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