Newton County Historical Society - Arkansas

04/11/2026

It started with a drawer of dusty files I found at the Bradley House Museum at Jasper, and ended not far from there with the placement of stones for fifteen people I began to refer to as 'The Forgotten.' It was a long project, but I was honored to be able to do it! Thank yall so much and I hope you like the article!

‘For the living know that they shall die; but the dead know not any thing, neither have they any more a reward, for the memory of them is forgotten.’-Ecclesiastes 9:5. I’ve had a …

11/22/2025

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Give the gift of Newton County history!

The Newton County Historical Society has a wonderful selection of books, past newsletters, and annual memberships that make perfect presents for friends, family, and anyone who loves our Ozark heritage. 📚❤️

When you purchase from us, you’re not just giving a gift—you’re helping preserve the stories, traditions, and history of Newton County for generations to come. Purchase online at newtoncountyar.com

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11/05/2025

Purchase your copy of Ozark Pioneers at the Bradley House Museum or online at our website: newtoncountyar.com.

11/01/2025

Fall leaves are here and so are we! The museum will be open today until 4:30 if you’re looking for a place to visit this drizzly day. This is the second to last Saturday we will be open to the public before closing for the winter.

10/13/2025

How about stepping back in time and hearing about the life in Mt. Judea, Arkansas, with the James C Hefley and Howard "Ozark Monk" Hefley books. We have them available for sale at the Bradley House Museum or online at our website newtoncountyar.com

08/20/2025

Our NEW Newton County Homestead is now ready to be mailed to all members. As a reminder, dues for each year are $20 and can be mailed to NCHS, PO Box 360, Jasper, AR 72641 or paid on our website at https://www.newtoncountyar.com/get-involved.

08/18/2025

Here are the minutes from our July meeting!
The meeting of July 29th, 2025, was called to order by Darrell at 5:40 pm. Present were Darrell, Joy, Herb, Jerry, Yalonda, Travis and Robin. Treasurers report showed $8896.50 in the account. Minutes were read and approved. Yalonda motioned and Herb seconded.
Old Business: Travis and group set marker for graves at Peach Orchard site. It went well.
Yalonda handled monthly sales tax payments - $40-$50 and filed our 990 form.
New Business: Zero-turn mower has been offered for donation by Joe Cowell.
Yalonda getting information about old roads - such as Cheatham and Jefferson, etc. for newsletter.
Two board members have mentioned the possibility of not renewing their positions at the end of the year. Discussion of possible additions.
Travis's second book is in print. Dates of book signings and author talk at the library to be announced.
August schedule: 2nd - Darrell; 16th - Yalonda.
Discussion of theme for 2026 newsletter. Possibility of Western Grove/Marshall Grove or Hasty and Yardell areas.
Discussion of mining in the county.
Meeting adjourned at 6:45 pm.

07/31/2025

We would like to invite everyone to local author Travis Holt's book signing for his new book 'Hill Stories' at the Bradley House Museum at Jasper on August 10, 2025 from 10AM-1PM. Everyone is welcome and we hope to see you there!

04/27/2025

My writeup on marking the Reed girls on Cave Mountain.

I well recall the older members of my family warning me to avoid windows during lightning storms as I was a child. I was scared of the storms, already, but to hear the warnings of lightning coming …

04/13/2025

My write up on the tragedy on Buffalo in 1929.

The water was cold and swift. Too cold. Still, throwing aside his coat, the man dove headlong into the water. He surfaced, briefly, looking all around for him, before disappearing again below the s…

03/30/2025

My write up on marking Ada Malone at the Jasper Cemetery.

“I remember once I was a kid, up helping her in the garden, when she seen this little snake crawl into an old rock wall there by the garden. She asked me to help her and we took that old rock…