Bentonville

Bentonville is a city in Benton County in northwest Arkansas with rolling streets and modern neighborhoods. Downtown combines historic buildings with newer shops and restaurants along wide sidewalks.

The settlement was originally called Osage and became officially incorporated as a city on April 3, 1873. It grew into a trading center for surrounding farms and communities across the region.

Crystal Bridges Museum displays American art spanning five centuries within a park that includes walking trails. The gallery connects modern architecture with the landscape and draws visitors from across the country.

The regional airport sits north of town and several parks offer walking trails and bike routes for visitors. The street network connects different parts of town and allows easy orientation by car or bicycle.

Sam Walton's original store from the 1950s still stands downtown and shows the beginnings of the later retail chain. The small shop now houses a museum with old shelves and cash registers from the founding era.

Location: Benton County

Elevation above the sea: 395 m

Website: https://bentonvillear.com

GPS coordinates: 36.36667,-94.21333

Latest update: December 12, 2025 20:38