Izard County

Izard County is an administrative division in north-central Arkansas with Melbourne as its county seat, spreading across rolling terrain with valleys throughout the region. The area contains several small communities and extensive agricultural lands that shape the local landscape.

The county was established on October 27, 1825, as an administrative division during the Arkansas Territory period. This creation was part of the territorial government's effort to organize settlement and governance in the expanding region.

The Mill Creek area, which became Melbourne, developed into a social hub where people gathered at local stores, churches, and community buildings by the early 1900s. These gathering places remain central to how residents connect and share community life today.

Visitors can stop by the county administration building in Melbourne to learn about local government operations and public records. The area is accessible by car, with basic facilities available in the main town and smaller communities spread throughout.

During World War II, women took charge of Melbourne's local administration while men were serving in the military. This period became known as the Petticoat Regime and remains a notable chapter in how the community kept operations running.

Location: Arkansas

Inception: October 27, 1825

Capital city: Melbourne

Shares border with: Fulton County, Stone County, Sharp County, Independence County, Baxter County

Website: http://izardcountyar.org

GPS coordinates: 36.10000,-91.90000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:44