Old Washington
Confederate Capital
State: Arkansas
County: Hempstead County
Founded: 1824
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: Confederate capital
Old Washington became Arkansas's Confederate capital when Union forces captured Little Rock in 1863. James Black, the legendary blacksmith who made Jim Bowie's knife, worked here. The town is preserved as a state park with 1800s buildings.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 2-3 hours
Quick Facts
- Confederate capital
- Bowie knife creator
- State park
Location
Address: Old Washington State Park, AR
Coordinates: 33.7667, -93.6833