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Hot Springs National Park
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June 30, 2009
Ranger Fun Run Planned
Hot Springs National Park is hosting a Ranger Fun Run on July 11, 2009 beginning at 8 a.m. on West Mountain.

April 29, 2009
Outdoor Expo Planned for May 9
On Saturday, May 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., public lands agency representatives from the Garland County area will be at Hot Springs National Park in the Lamar Bathhouse with displays, maps and information about family outdoor recreation. Smokey Bear will be on hand and agency personnel will also present programs hourly 10:30-2:30.

April 20, 2009
Jazzercise, Living History program on Junior Ranger Day
A Jazzercise work-out and special living history programs are scheduled for Junior Ranger Day April 25 as Hot Springs National Park concludes National Park Week, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

April 15, 2009
Tea Party Held at Park
Approximately 150 people gathered at the Arlington Lawn for a "Tea Party" April 15.

February 12, 2009
Spring Nature Walks Begin in March
A National Park Service ranger will lead a series of eight Sunday afternoon hikes along park trails. All hikes will begin at 2 p.m., weather permitting.

January 26, 2009
Hot Springs National Park Telephone System Down for Maintenance
The Hot Springs National Park telephone system will be off-line for three hours on Wednesday, January 28, 2009 from 5 to 8 p.m. CST for software upgrades.

Artist Lou Hoover is painting outside, standing using a small easel, with a maroon umbrella for shade, on a green grassy hillside
Lou Hoover, AIR June 2005
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Black and white photo of the Government Free Bathhouse with a ranger walking on the sidewalk in front.  

Did You Know?
The Public Health Service operated a venereal disease clinic in the Government Free Bathhouse (1922-1948) in Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas. It was one of the first facilities in the United States to use penicillin. In 1948, the clinic transferred to the nearby Camp Garraday Transient Camp.

Last Updated: May 29, 2007 at 17:28 EST