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Just the Facts:

Capital: Little Rock
Population: 2,673,400
Governor: Mike Huckabee (R, to January 2003)
Entered the Union: June 15, 1836
As the: 25th state
Motto: Regnat Populus (The People Rule)
Nickname: The Natural State, The Land of Opportunity
Flower: Apple Blossom
Bird: Mockingbird
Song: "Arkansas"
Sports Teams: None
Origin of Name: From the Quapaw word meaning "south wind"
Major Industries: Food Products, Lumber and Wood, and Cotton
Historical Sites:
Points of Interest: Hot Springs National Park, Buffalo National River, the Ozark Mountains
Bordering States: Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Tennessee, and Mississippi.
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Encyclopedias and Almanacs

Follow these links to read articles about Arkansas from Encyclopedias and Almanacs:

Encarta Concise Encyclopedia

Columbia Encyclopedia

Information Please Almanac

Other Helpful links:

The State of Arkansas' Home Page (http://www.state.ar.us/)
Learn about Arkansas' new governor and check out the Visitors' Center for information on climate, culture, and more!

Arkansas: The Natural State (http://www.arkansas.com)
Explore this site for information on Arkansas travel, history, parks and attractions.

The Aerospace Education Center (http://www.aerospaced.org/)
In this interactive site, from one of Arkansas' most popular educational and entertainment centers, you can explore current exhibits, visit the library, and examine artifacts!

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