The best things in life are free – at least we think so. This includes some of our best museums in Arkansas! That’s right; there are several spectacular museums that don’t charge a dime for admission. (Of course, donations are accepted and appreciated.) Arkansas is full of free things to do that bring visitors from all over the nation. Read on to learn about 6 free museums in Arkansas that belong on your list.

1. Museum of Native American History, Bentonville

The Museum of Native American History (MONAH) was opened in 2006 by David Bogle, a registered member of the Cherokee Nation. A hit right from the start, it quickly outgrew its original space and moved to its current location in 2008. Today, it houses more than 10,000 of the "finest Native American artifacts."

2. Fordyce Bathhouse, Hot Springs

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3. Historic Arkansas Museum, Little Rock

A must-visit for all residents, the Historic Arkansas Museum boasts an entire city block of state history! In addition to the oldest building in Little Rock and an 1850s farmstead, the museum includes galleries of Arkansas-made art as well as exhibits on history, ranging from indigenous Arkansans to contemporary artists. Admission to the galleries is free, while grounds tours vary by age, so be sure to check the website for more information.

4. MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History, Little Rock

Located in the historic Tower Building of the Little Rock Arsenal, the MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History houses a wealth of info on the state’s military heritage, from its territorial period to the present day. Bringing Arkansas' military history to life, the exhibits feature photos, weapons, documents, uniforms, and other military items.

5. Mark Martin Museum, Batesville

If you like to live life in the fast lane, you’ll love this automobile museum, which is dedicated to racing legend and Batesville native, Mark Martin. Visitors will learn all about Martin and his career via interactive videos, exhibits, and displays, which include eight of Martin’s race cars, actual race notebooks, newspaper clippings, trophies, and more. Die-hard race fans will want to make it a point to visit the gift shop, which carries genuine autographed merchandise.

6. Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, Smackover

The next best thing to going back in time is a visit to the Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources, which aims to tell the story of the 1920s oil boom. Inside the museum, there’s a reproduction of a boomtown – complete with an old jail and café. Outside, visitors can see working oil field equipment as well as a replica of a 112-foot derrick and a central power station. Learn more about this

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So, did you know about these free museums in Arkansas? Ever visited any of them? Did we miss your favorite free museum? Whatever it is, tell us!

These aren’t the only must-visit museums in Arkansas. Here's an article featuring a quirky Arkansas museum that many residents don’t know about.

https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/arkansas/purse-museum-ar/

Also, if you love history, check out this tour to learn about one of Arkansas’ most historic small towns.