(POCAHONTAS, Ark.) – Davidsonville Historic State Park will host a Natural Dyes Workshop on Saturday March 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join a park interpreter to learn the historic basics of using the natural resources native to Arkansas to add color to yarns and fabrics. Participants will leave with a skein of hand-dyed yarn. Space is limited and registration is required. Registration fee is $15.
To register for the workshop or for questions about events at Davidsonville Historic State Park, email Park Interpreter Bonnie Marberry atbonnie.marberry@arkansas.gov or call 870-892-4708.
Davidsonville Historic State Park
Frontier history and modern-day recreation merge at Davidsonville, once home to Arkansas’ first post office and one of the earliest courthouses. Little of Davidsonville’s existence is evident above ground; archeological excavations here are still uncovering streets, foundations, and artifacts. Fishing is a major activity here as the park borders the Black River and a fishing lake. Jon boats are available for rent. The visitor center features a replica 1820s hunter-trapper flatboat, audio tour, and a display of historic finds from archeological digs. Trails, picnic areas, and 24 campsites add to the amenities. For more information, visit ArkansasStateParks.com/Davidsonville or call the park at 870-892-4708.