As one of the largest attractions in Arkansas, the William J. Clinton Presidential Center is situated on the banks of the Arkansas River in a beautiful landscaped public park: 1200 President Clinton Avenue, Little Rock, Arkansas 72201, telephone: 501-374-4242

The Center is a permanent home to the largest presidential archive in American history that features an interactive exhibit, complete with a full scale replica of the oval office and cabinet room.

Library Hours:

Monday - Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day

Visitors can tour the library for free on President's Day, the Fourth of July and the President's birthday (Saturday, August 18th). Parking is free.

Café 42

Serves lunch Tuesday - Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The café 42 features Starbucks coffee, sandwiches and pastries. Brunch is served Sunday 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Clinton Museum Store

There is a free trolley service to shuttle visitors between the library and the museum store every ten minutes during regular store hours. The Museum Store is located at 610 President Clinton Avenue, Little Rock, Arkansas 72201, telephone: 501-748-0400

Museum Store Hours:

Monday - Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Sunday 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day

Tour Information

The Clinton Presidential Center features 20,000 square feet of exhibit space, a great hall, a café, and much more. It has been structured for self-guided tours without the need for a reservation. Volunteers are available throughout the Library to answer questions during your visit. An hour-long audio tour given by President Clinton is available for a nominal fee.

Guided tours for groups of 20 or more are available by reservation. For more information call 501-748-0419 or visit them online.

A 110-foot timeline contextualizes the eight years of the Clinton Administration along with alcoves running the length of the timeline that directs attention to the foreign and domestic efforts of the Clinton-Gore team.

Visitors will find a full-scale replica of the Oval Office on the second floor, which is the only full-scale replica in any presidential museum.

Host Your Event

The Clinton Presidential Center features over 10,000 square feet of event space, which is perfect for private dinners, after-hours cocktail receptions, educational lectures and more.

Great Hall

The Great Hall is the largest venue at the Clinton Presidential Center. It offers sweeping views of the Little Rock skyline.

Café 42

Nestled on top of the Arkansas River is perfect for business meetings or intimate sunset dinners outside on the terrace.

Garden View Room

This is the most intimate space at the Clinton Presidential Center. These spaces are perfect for business meetings or sit down dinners.

Scholars Garden

This is a beautifully landscaped garden offering peace and serenity.

For more information call the Office of Events and Marketing at 501-370-8000.

Source: The Clinton Presidential Center Online

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