Some people use the park for recreation, walking for exercise along the foot path or riding bikes. A yearly Memorial Day Tribute takes on a picnic atmosphere with Civil War era games and music, political addresses and a family concert by well-known musicians, like Trout Fishing in America. One of the most moving experiences at the park is the reenactment of the Battle of Prairie Grove. It only occurs on even-numbered years. The two day schedule of events includes historic home tours, guided camp tours, audio visual programs, a ladies tea and program on fashion for the Christmas season and a battle demonstration each afternoon.
Reenactors come from all over the country to take part in the event.
There is a nominal fee to enter the museum and take a guided tour of the historic homes and structures of the pioneer village. Two videos can be viewed in the park s audio visual room. One produced by the History Channel offers an overview of the Civil War and the other, written and directed by Montgomery, is specific to the Battle of Prairie Grove. The visitor s center has a gift shop and bookstore. The park also contains pavilions, a picnic area and a playground.