Participants should meet at the 1874 Courthouse before being directed to where the workshop will take place.

PRESS RELEASE

(WASHINGTON, Ark.) – Historic Washington State Park will host a “Sweets and Treats” Cooking Workshop on Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022. Participants will work together to learn about different food items from the past two centuries they can prepare for the holiday season. Explore historic recipes and cooking techniques through hands-on preparation. At the end of the workshop, participants will enjoy the fruits of their labor and eat some of the treats they prepared.

The workshop will begin at 10am and last till 1pm. Admission is $25 per person for the workshop. Registration is required.

For more information about the workshop, contact the park at [email protected] or call 870-983-2684.

Historic Washington State Park

Historic Washington State Park, located in Washington, Arkansas, is open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. except for Mondays. The park is a restoration village interpreting the historic Arkansas town in the 19th century. Daily tours are provided to over 15 historic sites and museums, such as the B.W. Edwards Weapons Museum and Blacksmith Shop. To learn more, visit HistoricWashingtonStatePark.com or call 870-983-2684. 

Arkansas State Parks

Arkansas State Parks is a division of the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism. Arkansas state parks and museums cover 54,400 acres of forest, wetlands, fish and wildlife habitat, outdoor recreation facilities, and unique historic and cultural resources. Established in 1923, Arkansas State Parks preserve special places for future generations, provide quality recreation and education opportunities, enhance the state’s economy through tourism and provide leadership in resource conservation. Connect with ASP on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and visit ArkansasStateParks.com and ArkansasStateParks.com/media to learn more.

Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism

The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism protects and promotes our state’s natural, cultural and historic assets, contributing to a thriving economy and high quality of life. It is made up of three divisions: Arkansas State Parks, Arkansas Heritage and Arkansas Tourism. Stacy Hurst serves as the cabinet secretary for the department.