The Royal Theatre is excited to announce the 5th Annual Royal Haunted House. People from all over have visited this historic and haunted theater for the screams, thrills, and some people in tears. Read all the details below This attraction, sponsored by Arvest Bank, was rated the #1 Haunt in 2021, 2022, and 2023 on […]
Learn about 7 historic Saline County buildings at Gann Museum’s exhibit beginning June 13th
The Gann Museum of Saline County will open a new exhibit on Thursday, June 13, 2024. “Building History” features seven historic buildings in Benton, Bryant, and Bauxite. The Saline County Courthouse is one of them. The other six buildings serve completely different functions. SCROLL DOWN 👇 TO READ MORE The exhibit includes: • Saline County […]
Gann Museum in Downtown Benton closed temporarily; Meanwhile, see online offerings
The Gann Museum will be closed temporarily for maintenances issues, according to a spokesperson for the Saline County Library. The Museum operates under the Library’s umbrella and budget. Until it reopens, the public can browse the digital collections at www.GannMuseum.com. SCHOOL DOWN 👇 TO READ ABOUT THE MUSEUM & SEE THE PHOTO GALLERY The Museum […]
Welcome back to an old haunt -The 3rd Annual Royal Haunted House begins Oct 20th
It’s time to get your hair raised on Market Street, and I’m not talking about a haircut. The Royal Theatre will once again become the 3rd Annual Royal Haunted House in October. Find this attraction at 111 S. Market St. in Benton, Arkansas, sponsored by ARVEST Bank. The Royal Haunted House was rated the #1 Haunt […]
Benton PD Investigating Burglary at Market Street Businesses
You may have noticed caution tape and police presence Thursday morning at a business in downtown Benton on Market Street. According to the Benton Police Department, they are investigating a burglary at Roberson & Associates Insurance as well as Jim Stillwell Insurance next door. More information as it becomes available.
Gann Museum Set to Open Again in Downtown Benton on March 21
The Gann Museum in downtown Benton is scheduled to reopen after nearly a year of being closed. It’s slated to reopen on Tuesday, March 21. The structure itself, circa 1893, has a great history – the only known building to be made out of bauxite blocks, it used to be the office of Dr. Dewell Gann, Sr. […]