Camden, County seat in Ouachita County, Arkansas, United States
Located on elevated bluffs at 62 meters above sea level, Camden extends along the banks of the Ouachita River in south-central Arkansas.
Originally established as a Spanish military post at Écore à Fabri in 1782, Camden became incorporated on December 11, 1844 and developed as a major river port.
The McCollum-Chidester House, now home to the Ouachita County Historical Society, displays period furnishings and documents from the early settlement periods.
The Camden Fairview School District serves local students through multiple educational facilities, while the downtown area contains administrative offices and commercial establishments.
During World War II, Camden operated a pilot training field and later established the International Paper Company mill, marking its industrial transformation.
Location: Ouachita County
Inception: December 11, 1844
Elevation above the sea: 62 m
Website: http://camden.ar.gov
GPS coordinates: 33.57083,-92.83500
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:52
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