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Welcome to Camden, Arkansas.
Camden is a city located in Ouachita County, Arkansas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 13,154. Located on a bluff overlooking the Ouachita River, Camden is a city rich in Civil War history. The McCollum-Chidester House served as a Union headquarters when federal troops occupied the town during the Red River Campaign of 1864. Open for tours, the house still contains 1860s furnishings. About 10 miles to the northwest, the site of the Battle of Poison Springs is preserved by Poison Spring State Park, one of three state parks commemorating the campaign. Other Civil War sites in Camden include Fort Sutherland and Oakland Cemetery.
Photo by lazyboy5152000, December 2005
Artifacts related to two famous Camden products, Camark pottery and Grapette soft drinks, as well as Civil War and railroad relics, are exhibited at the Camden Visitors Center and Museum. Two major events held in the city are the spring Camden Daffodil Festival and autumn BPW Barn Sale. Other area attractions include White Oak Lake State Park; the Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources at Smackover, which recounts the story of South Arkansas's oil boom; and El Dorado's restored "oil boom" downtown.
Most of Camden's families came from Virginia, the Carolinas, Alabama, Georgia or Tennessee. During the Civil War, Camden was the site of the Fort Lookout Skirmish and the Battle of Poison Springs. There are many places in the city where you can walk down the corridors of yesterday. Much of Camden's history has been preserved, and many of the antebellum homes have been restored.
Tourists find many reasons to flock to Camden, starting with our unique festivals like the BPW Barn Sale and Daffodil Festival. Visitors also like to take advantage of the abundant wildlife and fishing opportunities found in this part of the state. No one should miss visiting the McCollum-Chidester House or the drive-by tour of the more than 20 historic homes and numerous landmarks that grace the community. Another popular attraction is a tour of seven authentically furnished log cabins, owned by Ralph and Patsy Hale. The Oakland Cemetery (Confederate Cemetery) is undergoing restoration and houses many unknown soldier’s graves from the Civil War.
Camden offers a total of four hotels and a historical bed and breakfast, giving our area a total of 226 rooms available for visiting tourists. Dining opportunities cover a wide spectrum for a variety of tastes. From drive-ins and drive-throughs to bar and grills, seafood and steakhouses, you are sure to find just what your taste buds crave. In addition to some of the best fish and steaks in the state, you’ll find plenty of ethnic dishes like authentic Chinese and Mexican here as well. All are served with friendly service and good conversation.
Camden's unique shopping opportunities roll out our big-city selections with small-town personal courtesy. Main Street Camden is continuously revitalizing the downtown area and preserving its unique qualities and heritage. Two antique malls, a bakery, bookstore, clothing stores, gift shops, sporting goods, music store, home decorating, and numerous banking options make this area convenient for many shopping needs.
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Local daily news in Camden:
Flare-plant blast puts 6 in hospital
An explosion that could be heard for miles sent six defense plant workers in south Arkansas to a hospital Monday morning, officials said.
Authorities: At Least 1 Hurt In Camden Plant Blast
Authorities say at least one person was taken to the hospital after a blast at an east Camden plant.
Cramer Hill plan moved too quickly
It was a pleasure being part of the Cramer Hill Residents Association. Residents became neighbors as far away as Waterfront South.
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Places of interest:
East Camden, AR (6.9 miles), Chidester, AR (15.8 miles), Smackover, AR (16.2 miles), Bearden, AR (18.4 miles), Stephens, AR (19.3 miles), Norphlet, AR (21.1 miles), Sparkman, AR (24.0 miles), Hampton, AR (25.5 miles).
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