The best of both worlds can be found in Little Rock, the capitol of Arkansas. With a population of about 300,000 in the metropolitan area, it is a city of culture and commerce as well as Southern hospitality. Located in central Arkansas at the foothills of the Ouachita and Boston Mountain Ranges, it is a city with beautiful lakes, parks and mountains.
Cultural activities are plentiful.
The Arkansas Arts Center, in Little Rock's MacArthur Park, embodies just what the name implies, a collection of sensations for the eyes, ears, and mind. Amateurs and professionals are mutually involved in teaching and expressing the visual arts, theater, opera and dance. The Robinson Center in downtown Little Rock attracts Broadway shows, musical events, and internationally known performers. In addition, it serves as the home of the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra. Scenic Riverfront Park along the Arkansas River is host to many outdoor concerts and festivals.