The “unsinkable” battleship USS Nevada, historian James Delgado and the historic tugboat Hoga go way back. 31 years ago, Delgado was a Maritime Historian of the National Park Service and Head of National Maritime Initiative in Washington, D.C. He was already a seasoned academic with experience as a historian in the United States Department of…
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National Travel & Tourism Week in North Little Rock
You may not be able to get out and enjoy all North Little Rock has to offer right now, but we can still inspire you for when it’s safe out there again for travel! This week marks National Travel and Tourism Week, which honors the spirit of travel in recognition of the industry’s strength, selflessness…
You’re Invited: Thanksgiving in North Little Rock
Maybe you have family or friends here, and you’re just in town for the holidays. Maybe you’re the host, trying to find things for the whole family to do together. Or, maybe you’re just taking advantage of a long weekend. Whatever the reason, we’re just glad you’re spending Thanksgiving weekend with us here in North…
4th of July in North Little Rock
Wondering what there is to do in North Little Rock on the 4th of July? Search no more: here’s all the fun things to do happening in our city. All American Fish Fry with Flyway Brewing (July 3) Kick off your 4th of July holiday weekend in NLR with a good ol’ fish fry! Flyway…
North Little Rock open for business
Updated 7.12.19, 2:16 p.m. North Little Rock recently experienced historic river flooding, so you may see some areas blockaded while the city cleans up. The City of North Little Rock asks that visitors please respect all barricades and road and trail closures; they are there for your protection. There is still plenty to do in…
USS Razorback celebrates 75 years
Now docked at the Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum in North Little Rock, barely rocked by the passing barges and dutifully cared for by a dedicated group of staff, volunteers and veterans, USS Razorback seems to be enjoying retired life. The longest-serving submarine in the world, USS Razorback participated in World War II, the Cold War…