07/16/2026
I hope to see you this weekend at Chaffee Crossing! Rain or shine - I’ll be ready to make your custom magnets, bottle can openers, keychains and button pins!
🤔 Interested in learning more about Cuban American history at Fort Chaffee?
Join us Saturday, July 18, at the Chaffee Crossing Food & Artisan Market, presented by Choctaw Casino & Resort–Pocola, for a unique opportunity to explore an important chapter of Fort Chaffee's history.
Visit a special exhibit from the Chaffee Barbershop & Military Museum at the market, featuring artwork created by Cuban refugees while they were housed at Fort Chaffee, and learn more about their experiences. You'll also have the opportunity to meet representatives from Arkansas United, the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Oral History Team, the Arkansas Folklife Festival, and Discover Fort Smith, all of whom are working to preserve and share the stories of those connected to Fort Chaffee.
Stop by to explore the exhibit, connect with these organizations, learn about upcoming oral history opportunities, and discover how you can help preserve these important stories for future generations.
🌟 While you're here, enjoy Western Arkansas' premier market featuring farmers, artisans, food vendors, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities, including a FREE water bounce house for the kiddos from Bullfrog Bouncers LLC!
📅 Saturday, July 18
⏰ 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 7300 Ellis Street, Fort Smith, AR
Special thanks to our sponsors Choctaw Casinos & Resorts-Choctaw Casinos & Resorts, Chaffee Crossing, AT&T, Harps Food Stores, and Bin-Tec!