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El Dorado is the population, cultural and business center of south central Arkansas. The city was the heart of the 1920s oil boom in the area. During World War II, it became a center of the chemical industry, which still plays a part in the economy, as do oil and timber.
- Magnolia Murals. There’s no better way to kick off a visit to a new area than to take in some local art and do it without spending a cent. Magnolia’s historic downtown is home to a few large murals that depict the lives of the city’s citizens.
- South Arkansas Arboretum. Located on Highway 82 just outside El Dorado, the South Arkansas Arboretum is the region’s preeminent destination for those who’re interested in checking out the natural wonders that the area has to offer.
- Murphy Arts District. The Murphy Arts District is El Dorado’s hippest district. It’s a great place to hang out with locals, see some interesting art and live events, and have a bite to eat, a cold one, or a gourmet cappuccino.
- John Newton House. El Dorado’s John Newton House was built in the 1840s and is the oldest original structure in town. It’s located on North Jackson Avenue and is part historical house, part museum.
Jun 16, 2023 · El Dorado is the county seat of Union County in south central Arkansas and a center for oil production and refining. Called once by boosters the “Queen City of South Arkansas” and, more recently, “Arkansas’s Original Boomtown,” the city was the heart of the 1920s oil boom in South Arkansas.
- 16.20 square miles (2020 Census)
- 33°12’41″N 092°39’39″W
- 272 feet
- 17,756 (2020 Census)
- chris g. 2 contributions. Shopped online and bought a wonderful piece. Great items in all of the booths to choose from. Vendors and owners are always very helpful and nice.
- LCMAN61. Houston, TX 564 contributions. Relaxing Place. We visited in early March so many of the plants were not in bloom. There are several trails on which to wander.
- Debbie B. Indiana 4 contributions. Fulfilling my bucket list! Wow! I’ve been attached to this place since opening weekend, when I got to attend the Brad Paisley concert!
- Charles L. Port Orchard, WA50 contributions. My Grand parents lived next door. I never got to see this place from the inside while visiting my grandparents.
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El Dorado, city, seat (1843) of Union county, southern Arkansas, U.S., 100 miles (160 km) south of Little Rock. The site was selected in 1843 by county commissioners Robert Black, John Hampton, and Green Newton, who were instructed to locate centrally the county seat.
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Categories: city in the United States, county seat and locality. Location: Township of El Dorado, Union, Timberlands, Arkansas, South, United States, North America. View on OpenStreetMap.
May 19, 2022 · El Dorado is a small city situated in Union County close to the southern boundary of the US State of Arkansas. Known as "Arkansas' Original Boomtown," the city has a rich history with the oil industry with its own oil boom during the 1920s that greatly expanded its economy, population, and reputation. El Dorado is full of southern charm and has ...
