Interstate Orphanage

The Interstate Orphanage is a former child care facility in Arkansas comprising multiple brick buildings with white-trimmed windows typical of early institutional design. The structures show how these facilities were laid out to serve the needs of residents in the early 1900s.

The facility was established in the early 1900s when institutional care was the standard approach for children without families. The site reflects the child welfare practices that dominated American society during that era.

The institution stands as a testament to evolving approaches in child care, marking the transition from institutional care to modern family-based foster systems.

The site can be viewed from outside to see its historic brick structures and layout. For details about visiting hours and access, check with local historical organizations or the state historic preservation office.

The building contains original architectural elements that demonstrate how institutional facilities were designed to accommodate large groups of children in the past century.

Location: Arkansas

GPS coordinates: 34.49722,-93.05333

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:02