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Introduction to Clarksville, Arkansas
Clarksville, Arkansas, in Johnson county, is 52 miles E of Fort Smith, Arkansas (center to center) and 149 miles E of Tulsa, Oklahoma. The city is home to some 7,719 residents.
Clarksville History
In 1836, Clarksville became the county seat of Johnson county, which was founded on November 16, 1833, and was named after Ben Johnson, a Territorial Judge. The city was named after Lorenzo N. Clarke, a large landowner in the area. Clarksville was incorporated on December 21, 1848.
Clarksville and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Clarksville
One can visit the Logan County Museum and Altus Heritage House Museum. Art lovers can spend their leisure time at the Walton Fine Arts Center. While in the city, one can visit the many Presbyterian, Baptist, and other churches such as the First Baptist Church, First Presbyterian Church, and Jamestown Assembly of God Church. Those interested in shopping can visit the Sherwood Shopping Center. The Woodward Amusement Machine Park is also worth visiting. The Clarksville City Park and Greenbrier Creek are places one can visit with family and friends.
Clarksville Transportation
The Drake Field Airport provides facility for air transportation.
Clarksville Higher Education
Arkansas Tech University, Westark College, University of Arkansas Main Campus, Northwest Arkansas Community College, and the University of Central Arkansas offer higher educational opportunities.
Clarksville strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Arkansas):
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| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. State) | Top 2% |  |
| Short Commute Times (vs. Peers) | Top 5% | |
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers) | Top 9% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 11% | |
| Low Violent Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 13% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 19% | |
Comparing Clarksville to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Arkansas (State):
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