Texarkana - Arkansas - United States. Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels
Enjoy the graceful blend of two cultures when you come to Texarkana, Arkansas. It is a unique city that borders two states, Texas and Arkansas and the dividing line is a street that runs through the center of the city. Here you will find the spirit of the Old West and Southern hospitality along with natural scenic beauty. There are bed and breakfast establishments as well as hotels for your accommodations and you can dine at many nationally franchised and locally owned restaurants.
Visit the State Line Post Office and Federal Building, the only one in the country that services two states. This is a perfect photo opportunity as you straddle the state line. The Ace of Club House is an interesting place to visit, designed as it is. This building is built in the shape of the Ace of Clubs in a deck of cards. There is a legend that the money to build this house came from the winnings of a poker game, which inspired the design. The south wall of the building at 311 Main Street is the site of a mural dedicated to Scott Joplin, a Pulitzer prize winner from this city.
Learn about the Caddo Indian tribe that lived here before the coming of the white man in the many artifacts at the Texarkana Historical Museum. The Discovery Center has hands on exhibits that provide loads of fun for the whole family. If you enjoy golf, then you will want to tee of at the South Haven Golf Course with its spectacular 18 holes.
When you want to enjoy some delightful shopping, step back in time when you enter the Little Victorian House. Here you will find a historic setting for fine crystal, framed art, candles and many more exquisite items. You will surely find something charming and delicate to take back as a reminder of Texarkana.