Inside the Clinton House Museum: Preserving Fayetteville’s Legacy and Inspiring Community in Northwest Arkansas
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Intro
This chapter highlights the Clinton House Museum in Fayetteville, focusing on its historical significance as the first home of Bill and Hillary Clinton. It emphasizes the museum's role in the community and stresses the importance of local support in maintaining its operations amid dwindling city funding.
About the Show:
"It’s a home for everybody’s story."
– Joshua Youngblood
In this episode of I Am Northwest Arkansas®, host Randy Wilburn takes listeners inside the Clinton House Museum, one of Fayetteville’s most historic homes and a true treasure of Northwest Arkansas. Joined by Joshua Youngblood (Board President) and Bailee King (Museum Director), Randy explores why this house—once home to Bill and Hillary Clinton—is much more than just a presidential landmark. The Clinton House Museum helps preserve Fayetteville’s long tradition of public service, welcomes guests from around the globe, and provides a space for community programs and school visits.
But with city funding gone and the museum now relying on private donations, the future of the Clinton House Museum is in the hands of the community. Whether you’re a local who’s driven by countless times or a visitor looking to learn more about the area’s rich history, this episode highlights why making a stop at the Clinton House Museum is a must!
Key Takeaways:
- More Than a Presidential Home: The Clinton House Museum shares stories of Bill and Hillary Clinton’s early years, their marriage, and Fayetteville’s vibrant history from the 1920s to today.
- Open and Accessible: The museum is FREE to visit, Wednesday through Sunday, 10am to 4pm. Families, students, and history lovers can explore the house, gardens, and rotating exhibits.
- Community-Funded Future: With city funding gone, the museum operates on a super-lean budget and depends heavily on donations, memberships, and event rentals to stay open.
- Cultural Hub: The Clinton House is “a home for everybody’s story”—hosting school field trips, community programs, art/photo exhibits like Andrew Kilgore’s iconic 1970s Fayetteville photography, weddings, and special events.
- Inspiration for All: The museum offers a chance to see how two regular people from Arkansas went on to shape the world, inspiring visitors, especially young people, that big dreams can start right here in Northwest Arkansas.
- Connected to Local Life: Located near Fayetteville Public Library and Fayetteville High School, the museum partners with local organizations and welcomes collaborations for group visits and community outreach.
All this and more on this episode of the I Am Northwest Arkansas® podcast.
Important Links and Mentions on the Show*
- Clinton House Museum: Website | clintonhousemuseum.org
- Instagram: @clintonhousemuseum
- Facebook: Clinton House Museum
- Museum Address: 930 W Clinton Dr, Fayetteville, AR (Free parking all around the house)
- Current hours: Wednesday–Sunday, 10am–4pm
- Event Space & Rentals: The Clinton House is available for weddings, readings, meetings, and community events.
- Special Exhibit: Andrew Kilgore’s photos of “funky 1970s Fayetteville”—on display now!
- Fayetteville Public Library: partnering for upcoming events and possible field trips
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