The Lakeport Plantation house, built in 1859 on the Mississippi River in Chicot County, Arkansas, is a gem in the Delta. Having escaped extensive remodeling in the 20th Century, Lakeport retains many of its original architectural features. Preserved and restored by Arkansas State University, the National Register, Greek Revival home is one of Arkansas’s premiere historic structures. Today, the plantation’s stories of slavery, sharecropping, and the Johnson family are told in the house and grounds through guided tours and our AASLH award-winning exhibits.

A lot of folks know about Taylor’s Grocery in Mississippi — a rather famous grocery store that’s now a marvelous catfish restaurant. Did you know there’s a Taylor’s just outside of Dumas? Both are locations where groceries were once sold that now house great restaurants.

At 20 miles long, Lake Chicot is the largest natural lake in Arkansas and the largest oxbow lake in North America. Its beautiful waters are a favorite with anglers throughout the year. Located near the Mississippi River, the park is situated in one of the largest flyways in the country making it a perfect place for birdwatching. Park programs include lake and levee tours. Enjoy one of the 14 cabins or 85 campsites for your overnight stay. The park’s pavilions are perfect for larger group meetings and reunions. Also available in the park are, a park store (boat rentals by reservation only at this time), and a seasonal swimming pool (cabin guests have free entry, otherwise, there is an admission charge to the pool).

he Belmont 1857 now offers guided tours!

Tours are by appointment only between 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.

for individuals or groups of any size. Make your appointment by calling 501.650.2296

or emailing us at info@thebelmont1857.com.

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Tours are $12 per person, but many visitors graciously provide an extra donation

to help us continue the restoration of this vital piece of Mississippi history.

Please allow approximately 1 hour for a guided tour.

You may drive through the iron gates and park in the front circle drive at the Mansion

where you will be greeted by our owner and Belmont expert, Bradley Hauser. He will tell you about the house, the grounds, the history of Belmont and its inhabitants, and will answer any questions you may have. You will see the entire mansion and you are welcome to take a leisurely stroll around the entire grounds.

About Doe's

Doe's Eat Place was established in 1941 by Dominick "Doe" Signa and his wife Mamie. Doe's Father moved to Greenville in 1903 and opened a grocery store in the building that now serves as the restaurant. The family lived in a house behind the store. The grocery which the Signa Family called Papa's Store did well until the 1927 flood. After that, Big Doe Signa went into bootlegging to help the family get back on its feet. After several years he sold his 40 barrel still for $300.00 and a Model T Ford. Around 1941 Mamie received a partial recipe for hot tamales. She improved the recipe and began selling them. That was the beginning of Doe's.

The Rohwer Japanese American Relocation Center in Arkansas is largely lost to history. Between 1942 and 1945, more than 8,000 Japanese Americans were interned at Rohwer—a 500-acre camp surrounded by barbed wire and armed guards. Although most physical remains have been wiped from the landscape, important stories remain to be shared.

We recommend visitors begin their tour at the WWII Japanese American Internment Museum in McGehee, Arkansas. Hours for the museum are Thursday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $5. Children under 12, along with college and school groups, are free.

The Delta’s Great Getaway

Make your escape to Harlow’s and you’ve arrived at the ultimate resort destination in the Delta. Where the gaming action is always on, the dining always delicious and the entertainment always exciting. And you stay in style and comfort. From an exciting night out with friends to a special weekend getaway, Harlow’s is the place where EXCITEMENT KNOWS NO BOUNDARIES!