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Louisiana Purchase Treaty Exhibit Opening

Come celebrate the event that made Arkansas American. During Arkansas Heritage Month in May, 2003, the Old State House Museum will exhibit the actual Louisiana Purchase Treaty signed by representatives of the French and American governments, including James Monroe. This is the most significant historical document to be shown in Arkansas since the bicentennial tour of the Constitution in 1989.

This tribute to the Louisiana Purchase Bicentennial will open with a special gala at the Old State House from 5:30-7:30 PM, Friday, May 2, 2003, which will officially kick-off Arkansas Heritage Month. The Governor and other prominent Arkansans will take part in the festivities that include free refreshments, historical re-enactors, and music by the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra. All agencies of the Department of Arkansas Heritage will participate, including the Arkansas Arts Council, Arkansas Historic Preservation Program, the Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission, the Delta Culture Center, and the Historic Arkansas Museum.

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Ms. Gerry Soltz
300 West Markham
Little Rock, AR 72201
501-324-8647
gerry@arkansasheritage.org

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