State-approved ghost hunting Our creepiness rating 💀💀💀💀💀
The museum hosted a $45 "Ghost Hunting 101" fundraiser led by Arkansas Ghost Catchers on Oct. 17, 2026. The Arkansas Times notes it is not judging whether ghosts are real. Source: Arkansas Times, 2026.
Facts below are drawn from the linked sources.
Real history
Construction began in 1833 (Old State House Museum). It served as the capitol from 1842 until 1912 and hosted the secession convention (Wikipedia). In 1837 House Speaker John Wilson killed Rep. Joseph J. Anthony (Arkansas Times, 2026).
Ghost stories
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Then and now
Public access
Open to the public Open Tuesday–Saturday 9–5 and Sunday 1–5; admission is free (Old State House Museum). Last checked: Nov 1, 2026.
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