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Official web site. Includes profile, history of the community, FAQ, list of elected officials and departments, council agenda and minutes, events calendar, and points of interest.
Nestled in the north-central region of Arkansas, Batesville is a quaint and charming city touting a rich history dating back to the 1800s. As the second oldest city in the state, Batesville offers visitors a delightful glimpse into the past as well as a wealth of modern attractions and experiences. Situated along the scenic White River, the ...
Batesville is a vibrant college town with a unique history. It’s the Christmas Capital of Arkansas™, the dirt-racing capital of the South, home to NASCAR legend Mark Martin, and the home of our state-of-the-art 112,000 sq. ft. Community Center & Aquatics Parks.
Jan 29, 2024 · Geographically, Batesville was destined to exist. It stands at the point where waters of the White River exit from the sedimentary stone of the Ozarks. River traffic was forced to stop at the shoals to offload cargo, regardless of the direction of travel. Warehouses, supply stores, and buyers of furs and produce naturally congregated there.
Jamestown Crag. Jamestown Crag, just south of Batesville, is one the largest, most exposed areas of Atoka sandstone in the region, making it the best sport climbing rock in northeast Arkansas. With more than 100 bolted routes, Jamestown has chicken head holds, nice gritty texture and styles of climbing that are typical for Arkansas.
May 11, 2022 · Batesville is Arkansas's oldest city, with roots that can be traced back to the early 19th century. In 1808, the Osage Nation indigenous people ceded the area where Batesville is now to the United States in a treaty. Within a few years, a small town called Poke Creek was founded by John Reed, ...
Adventure Here. Batesville is a vibrant college town with a unique history. It’s the Christmas Capital of Arkansas™, the dirt-racing capital of the South, home to NASCAR legend Mark Martin, and the home of our state-of-the-art 112,000 sq. ft. Community Center & Aquatics Parks. The area is known for its outdoor activities such as hiking ...
