Introduction to Greenwood, Arkansas
Greenwood, Arkansas, in Sebastian county, is 14 miles SE of Fort Smith, Arkansas (center to center) and 117 miles SE of Tulsa, Oklahoma. The city is considered part of the Fort Smith metropolitan area.
Greenwood History
Greenwood was established in 1851. It became the county seat of the newly formed Sebastian County. The city was named after Judge Alfred Burton Greenwood. It became a major business center during the American Civil War. It was officially incorporated on November 22, 1884. The Iron Mountain and Southern Railroad first entered the area in 1887. The city suffered severe damage by a Tornado in April 1968.
Greenwood and nearby Attractions
- Fort Smith Trolley Museum
- Bob Burns Museum
- Fort Smith National Historic Site
- Cherokee Landing State Park
- Mount Magazine State Park
Things To Do In Greenwood
During your stay in Greenwood you can spend your leisure time at the Town Square, which was the site of the Sebastian County Court House. The Bell Park is one of the city's finest parks offering two ball fields, picnic facilities, horseshoe pits, playground areas, and a volleyball court. Golf lovers can visit the Vache Grass County Club, which features an 18-hole golf course. One can enjoy shopping at the Towne West Shopping Center.
Greenwood Transportation
Fort Smith Regional Airport can be reached within several minutes.
Greenwood Higher Education
Westark College is nearby. The University of Arkansas-Main Campus, Arkansas Tech University, and Northeastern State University also offer facilities for higher education.
