Harrison (Arkansas)

Harrison is in the Ozarks region of Arkansas. It has the unfortunate distinction of being labeled as the most racist town in the United States.

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Harrison has an active, living downtown square anchored by the county courthouse and surrounded by local businesses. Old men meet on the park benches to woodcarve and shoot the breeze; young people flock to My Best Friends Closet to look for hip secondhand clothing. And, for whatever reason, far-right hate groups come out of the closet unashamedly.

But that notwithstanding, you can have a fancy dinner at Bottini's, buy your medicine at the Alexander's drugstore (they live just above it!), and shop for anything from furniture to antiques to health food.



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Many visitors and residents enjoy the Ozark Mountains and the Buffalo National River nearby. Hiking trails, canoe rentals, camping and RV areas, and the like are all located within just a few miles.

For hiking information, check out Tim and Pam Ernst's hiking guides.

Branson, Missouri, is a half hour to the north of Harrison. Whether you want to see a show, go outlet shopping, visit a theme park, or eat at a great restaurant, there are many options there.