National Historic Site

Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site

Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site is a National Historic Site in Arkansas. The NPS currently lists 0 active alerts, 0 campgrounds and 1 visitor center, and no entrance fee.

Arkansas National Historic Site No entrance fee

Updated · NPS Data API

The front facade of Little Rock Central High School
Little Rock Central High School · Photo: NPS Photo / B. Schwieger (via nps.gov)

About the park

“In 1957, Little Rock Central High School was the epicenter of confrontation and a catalyst for change as the fundamental test for the United States to enforce African American civil rights following Brown v. Board of Education.”

Active alerts

0

Closures

0

Campgrounds

0

Visitor centers

1

Current alerts and closures

The NPS listed no active alerts for this park in the Oct 28, 2026 snapshot. Conditions can change; check current conditions on nps.gov before you go.

Entrance fees and passes

This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.

Things to do

Inked stamps provide a visual reminder of your visit to our site.
Photo: NPS Photo

Stamp Your Park Passport

Little Rock Central High School NHS has several stamps related to the Passport to Your National Parks program. These stamps help you record your visit and preserve memories from your unique experience at this National Historic Site.

2-5 Minutes Year-round

Hands-On

Explore the Park's Visitor Center

Start your visit to Little Rock Central High School NHS at the park visitor center - featuring a detailed exhibit with interviews, news footage, and audio/video recordings of those directly involved plus a new park interpretive film, accessible restrooms and…

60 Minutes Year-round

Museum Exhibits

Walk the Footsteps of History

The Elizabeth Eckford Bus Bench, the grounds of Little Rock Central High School, and the Commemorative Garden are integral parts of the park experience and provide places to learn about and reflect on the story of the Little Rock Nine.

30 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed

Self-Guided Tours - Walking

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Activities the NPS lists for Little Rock Central High School.

Arts and CultureGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingJunior Ranger ProgramPark FilmMuseum Exhibits

Operating hours

The Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site Visitor Center is currently open Tuesday through Saturday (10 am CST/CDT to 4 pm CST/CDT).

Little Rock Central High School NHS
DayHours
MondayClosed
Tuesday10:00AM - 4:00PM
Wednesday10:00AM - 4:00PM
Thursday10:00AM - 4:00PM
Friday10:00AM - 4:00PM
Saturday10:00AM - 4:00PM
SundayClosed

Weather: Arkansas weather can change quickly. While the state is in a moderate temperate zone, it does experience strong thunderstorms, tornadoes and flash floods.

Contact and directions

Phone
(501) 374-1957
Email
[email protected]
Address
Little Rock Central High School NHS, Little Rock, AR 72202-5212
Coordinates
34.7369, -92.2999· View on OpenStreetMap

Official park page on nps.gov Directions

Visitor centers

Visitor centerStandard hoursPhonePassport stamp
Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site Visitor CenterMon Closed · Tue 10:00AM - 4:00PM · Wed 10:00AM - 4:00PM · Thu 10:00AM - 4:00PM · Fri 10:00AM - 4:00PM · Sat 10:00AM - 4:00PM · Sun Closed(501) 374-1957Yes

Campgrounds

No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.

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Sources

  • Park details, alerts, fees and passes, visitor centers and campgrounds: National Park Service Data API, snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
  • Official park page: https://www.nps.gov/chsc/index.htm
  • Data: National Park Service (NPS) Data API, U.S. Department of the Interior (developer.nps.gov). This product uses the NPS Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the National Park Service. The National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior do not endorse OpenParks. Photos are NPS images shown with their original credits; park descriptions are short excerpts credited to the NPS. Always confirm current conditions on nps.gov before you travel.