6/04/25 - 6/04/25 - Hempstead Hall Community Coffee - 9:30am-11:00am

6/07/25 - 6/07/25 - Introduction to Dutch Oven Cooking Workshop - 10am--2pm

This workshop is designed to introduce participants to the world of cooking in Dutch ovens. Participants will prepare a simple stew and bread and learn how to use and care for Dutch ovens. Register by calling the park at (870) 983-2684. Workshop fee is $15 per person.

6/07/25 - 6/07/25 - Hope Auto Car Clinic - 8:00am-12:00pm

Join us for a FREE Car Clinic designed to help you better understand your vehicle! A certified technician will walk you through what to check under the hood, how to spot potential issues, and tips for keeping your car running smoothly.

Whether you're a new driver or just want to feel more confident behind the wheel, this event is for you!

  • Open to the public
  • Snacks provided
  • Door prize giveaway

6/11/25 - 6/11/25 - First Presbyterian Church Community Coffee - 9:30am-11:00am

6/14/25 - 6/14/25 - Hope Evening Lions Club Food Pantry - 9:00am

6/14/25 - 6/14/25 - Introduction to Forging Workshop - 9am--4pm

Join the park smiths at the forge for a hands-on class covering the basic operations of blacksmithing. Participants will make simple art objects and more functional objects with the beauty that only hand forging can give iron and steel! Materials and tools are supplied. The minimum age is 16 (accompanied by an adult). Register by calling the park at (870) 983-2684. Workshop fee is $100 per person.

6/14/25 - 6/14/25 - “Hands-On” Candle Making Workshop - 10am--2pm

Join us at Historic Washington State Park’s Candle Shop and be part of a hands-on experience making candles and learning the history of candle making. Not only will you make your own creations, but you will take them home so everyone can enjoy the colors and fragrances of the candle that you create. The candle shop is one of the favorite tour sites within the park, for children and adults alike. Must be 12 years and older. Admission is $25 per person. Register by calling the park at (870) 983-2684.

6/17/25 - 6/17/25 - Ana's Grooming Ribbon Cutting - 1:00pm

Please join us at the Chamber to welcome one of our newest Chamber Members, Ana's Grooming! 

6/18/25 - 6/18/25 - Red River Credit Union Community Coffee - 9:30am-11:00am

6/25/25 - 6/25/25 - Hope Physical Thereapy - 9:30am-11:00am

6/28/25 - 6/28/25 - History through the Shadows Hike - 7pm--9pm

Spend an evening wandering through the shadows and pondering history at Historic Washington State Park. This guided evening walk allows visitors to reflect on the past, as the intricacies of history, architecture, and the way of life and death are illuminated and explained. Each site visited will feature houses that have stood since the antebellum years. Reservations are required. Register by calling the park at (870) 983-2684. Admission is $15 per person.

7/02/25 - 7/20/25 - Hope Auto Ford Community Coffee - 9:30a-11a

Please join us at Hope Auto Ford for their Community Coffee.

7/04/25 - 7/04/25 - The Reading and Signing of the Declaration of Independence - 10:30am--3:30pm

Hear the Declaration of Independence read, as was commonly done in the 19th century, at the 1874 Courthouse. Afterwards, sign your own "John Hancock" to a copy of the Declaration that you may take home. The readings will take place at 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.

7/09/25 - 7/09/25 - ROC Kids on the Go/Summer ABC Community Coffee - 9:30am-11:00am

7/19/25 - 7/19/25 - Herbal Remedies Workshop - 10am--3pm

Learn how people of the 19th century used various herbs for medicinal purposes. This hands-on workshop will include how to properly harvest and preserve different herbs. Participants will also make a remedy of their own to take home. Admission is $25 per person. Register by calling the park at (870) 983-2684.

7/30/25 - 7/30/25 - Watermelon Royalty Community Coffee - 9:30am-11:00am

8/02/25 - 8/02/25 - History through the Shadows Hike - 7pm--9pm

Spend an evening wandering through the shadows and pondering history at Historic Washington State Park. This guided evening walk allows visitors to reflect on the past, as the intricacies of history, architecture, and the way of life and death are illuminated and explained. Each site visited will feature houses that have stood since the antebellum years. Reservations are required. Register by calling the park at (870) 983-2684. Admission is $15 per person.

8/02/25 - 8/02/25 - History through the Shadows Hike - 7pm--9pm

Spend an evening wandering through the shadows and pondering history at Historic Washington State Park. This guided evening walk allows visitors to reflect on the past, as the intricacies of history, architecture, and the way of life and death are illuminated and explained. Each site visited will feature houses that have stood since the antebellum years. Reservations are required. Admission is $15 per person. Register by calling the park at (870) 983-2684.

8/04/25 - 8/04/25 - Watermelon Festival Parade - 9:30am-11:00am

8/07/25 - 8/09/25 - 49th Annual Hope Watermelon Festival -

8/30/25 - 8/30/25 - Trial by Jury Dinner - 6pm--9pm

Have you ever wondered what it was like to sit in a courtroom over 150 years ago? Now’s your chance! Join us for a unique re-enactment of a Washington, Arkansas, court case from 1856: Illness and Influence: The Battle Over Joseph Crosby's Estate. This trial captivated the people of Washington and highlighted the skill and tradition of its legal practitioners, contributing to the town’s rich legal history throughout the 19th century.The evening will begin with a meal at Williams Tavern Restaurant and then you will proceed to the trial drama. Reservations are required. Guests will be seated family-style with other guests. Admission is $35 per person. Register by calling the park at (870) 983-2684.

9/06/25 - 9/06/25 - All About Seeds - 10am--2pm

Take a deep look at the importance of how to harvest and store seeds properly. In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn harvesting, drying, and storage techniques to preserve their seeds for future use. Admission is $25 per person. Register by calling the park at (870) 983-2684.

9/12/25 - 9/12/25 - Hempstead County Economic Development Annual Luncheon - 11:30 am -1:00 pm

EDC Annual Luncheon. Free of cost. Anna Powell or Brandi Tuttle

9/13/25 - 9/13/25 - Junior Apprentice Day at the James Black Blacksmith Shop - 9am--4pm

Join the park blacksmiths and the Four State Iron Munchers blacksmithing club for our Junior Apprentice Day at Historic Washington State Park! Participants of all ages will be able to work with and learn from various smiths as they work on projects on forges set up adjacent to the James Black Shop! This is a come and go event. Admission is FREE. Register by calling the park at (870) 983-2684.

9/19/25 - 9/19/25 - Frontier Days for Homeschools - 9am--3pm

Today our interpretive staff will provide a special experience for homeschool groups. Students will experience Frontier Days as the 19th century pioneers would have experienced it. Programming will be designed to correlate with state curriculum requirements. Sign up early for this hands-on adventure! Contact the park for further details and reservations at (870) 983-2684. Admission is $5.50 per person (ages 3 and up).

9/19/25 - 9/20/25 - Frontier Days - 9am--3pm

Learn about the early settlement of the area in the 1820s and 1830s and hear about the beginning of the town of Washington. Take a tour of town and discover what some of the early settlers here brought to southwest Arkansas. For more information, contact the park at (870) 983-2684. Regular tour price for admission.

9/20/25 - 9/20/25 - Dances of the Past Workshop - 7pm--9pm

Dance experience is not required for this fun evening of dance and fellowship! Join the staff of Historic Washington State Park for an exciting class that will leave you with unforgettable memories. Throughout history, dance has been not only an art form but also a way to socialize and make new friends. Come alone or with a partner and you will leave with new friends and new knowledge of dances such as the Virginia Reel and many more. Refreshments will be served, and fun will be had by all. Casual dress or period dress as you like. Admission is $15 per individual and $25 per couple. Register by calling the park at (870) 983-2684.

9/24/25 - 9/24/25 - Leadership Hope-Hempstead County Community Coffee - 9:30am-11:00am

10/04/25 - 10/04/25 - Taste of Hope - 6:00 PM-8:30 PM

Taste of Hope Goes Main Street“Oh the Places We Will Go”With a Dr Seuss theme, attendees will be able to enjoy “all things Seuss.” This night provides an opportunity to showcase our local restaurants & eateries! The evening will be filled with games, activities, music, fund-a-project, LIVE auction, and much, much more! Join us as we celebrate downtown revitalization & historic preservation!

10/08/25 - 10/08/25 - Hope Water & Light Community Coffee - 9:30am-11:00am