WChs annual events
The Washington County Historical Society organizes its year around four specific events which include the Battle of Fayetteville, Arkansas Statehood Day, the Ice Cream Social, and the Annual Meeting. The details and scheduling for each of these events are provided on this page.
The Battle of Fayetteville, held on the third Saturday in April. (The date of the battle April 18, 1863.)
Statehood Day Lecture, held on the Sunday prior to the day of Arkansas statehood, June 15, 1836.
The Ice Cream Social, held the third Saturday in August.
The Annual Membership Meeting, held in October.
OUt in the County
WCHS Out in the County event will be announced at a later date. No July gathering will be held.
Past Meetings
54th Annual Ice Cream Social
Headquarters House Museum
118 E. Dickson Street
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Venue website
History Camp Session Two 2026
Headquarters House
118 E. Dickson Street
Fayetteville, AR 72701
History Camp Session One 2026
Headquarters House
118 E. Dickson Street
Fayetteville, AR 72701
