Stuttgart

Stuttgart is the county seat of Arkansas County located on the Arkansas Grand Prairie at an elevation of about 64 meters (210 feet). It serves as a central hub for the surrounding agricultural region with residential areas interspersed among farmland.

A German settler named Georg Adam Bürkle founded the settlement in 1880, naming it after his hometown Stuttgart, Germany. Early infrastructure including a post office helped the growing community become established in the region.

The World Championship Duck Calling Contest held each November brings visitors to the city to experience the local hunting traditions. The event has become central to how locals define their community and its character.

The Baptist Health Medical Center provides medical services to residents throughout the area. The flat terrain makes navigation by car or bicycle straightforward for exploring both the town and surrounding region.

The city sits along the Mississippi Flyway, a major migration route for waterfowl, making it a destination for duck hunters. This geographic advantage has given the place its reputation as the Rice and Duck Capital.

Location: Arkansas County

Inception: April 30, 1880

Founders: Georg Adam Bürkle

Elevation above the sea: 64 m

Website: https://stuttgartar.com

GPS coordinates: 34.49694,-91.55083

Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:20