Railroads That Once Ran in Northwest Arkansas

Tom Duggan to Speak at Hobbs State Park on Railroads that once Ran in Northwest Arkansas

Tom Duggan, retired international banker and Northwest Arkansas railroad historian, will address the public at Hobbs State Park regarding some 25 railroads that used to operate in this area.  His program is an overview of the fascinating railroad history in six Northwest Arkansas counties. The primary lines covered will be the Frisco and the Kansas City & Memphis Railway that once operated on what is now Hobbs State Park – Conservation Area.

Duggan has served as editor of the Benton County Historical Society’s quarterly “Pioneer”, and as well as editor of the Monthly newsletter published by the National Railway Historical Society chapter in Springdale. 

Where:  Hobbs State Park visitor center located on Hwy 12 just east of the Hwy12/War Eagle Road intersection
When:  Saturday November 8, 2014     2:00 p.m.

This program is a continuation of the Friends of Hobbs Speaker Series.  For more information call:  479-789-5000