Little Rock Central High School has been a public school since opening in 1927.
Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site
National Historic Site · AR
In 1957, Little Rock Central High School was the epicenter of confrontation and a catalyst for change as the fundamental test for the United States to enforce African American civil rights following Brown v. Board of Education. Learn how the sacrifice and struggle endured by the Little Rock Nine have provided opportunities and opened doors for those seeking education around the world.
Park report
Hours Exceptions
NoteThanksgiving Day; Christmas Day; New Year's Day
Current Alerts
How this is rated
Good: no active alerts or closuresNo active alerts
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available6 activities
Park Name
InfoLittle Rock Central High School National Historic Site
Designation
InfoNational Historic Site
State(s)
InfoAR
Phone
Info(501) 374-1957
chsc_info@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoThe Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site Visitor Center is currently open Tuesday through Saturday (10 am CST/CDT to 4 pm CST/CDT). The Magnolia Mobil Service Station & Little Rock Central High School are closed to the public and not available for public use. The commemorative garden is open daily for public visitation and use from 7 am CST/CDT until sunset. Guests may visit the NHS daily; we recommend the NPS App for digital content on days when the visitor center is closed.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoArchitecture and Building, Military
Weather Info
InfoArkansas weather can change quickly. While the state is in a moderate temperate zone, it does experience strong thunderstorms, tornadoes and flash floods. In winter, "snow" events tend to quickly turn
Getting There
InfoFrom I-630, take Exit 2B (Dr. Martin Luther King Drive). Go south (away from the Arkansas State Capitol) to W. Daisy L. Gatson Bates Drive. Turn right (head west) and continue 0.5 miles. The Visitor C
Location
Info34.7369° N, -92.2999° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website