Local Attractions

POINTS OF INTEREST

Chalk Bluff Battlefield Park: The town of Chalk Bluff, now long gone, was the site of several skirmishes during the Civil War, the most significant of which was the May 1-2, 1863 action as General John S. Marmaduke retreated from an unsuccessful raid into Missouri. The battle and the town’s history are interpreted though markers placed along a walking trail. The park offers trails, rest rooms, handicapped access and is listed on National Register. The park is located about 15 minutes north of Piggott at St. Francis, and offers picnic areas, restrooms, handicapped access and paved heritage trails. Chalk Bluff Battlefield Park, County Road 368, St. Francis, AR 72454. Hours: 8 a.m. — 5 p.m. daily. (870)598-2667

Heritage Park: Heritage Park is an outdoor park complete with a stocked fishing lake, three pavilions, picnic grounds, amphitheather, walk trails, two playgrounds, and a fishing dock. Heritage Park Road, Piggott.

Matilda & Karl Pfeiffer Museum & Study Center: This early 1930s home is located on 11 acres of natural gardens. The museum houses a gem and mineral collection from around the world, Native American artifacts, and an extensive library. Scenes from “A Face in the Crowd,” the 1957 movie, were filmed on site. 1071 Heritage Park Drive, Piggott, Arkansas 72454. Hours: Tuesday – Friday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. (870)598-3228

Pumpkin Hollow: About 15 minutes north of Piggott in St. Francis, Pumpkin Hollow is a leading provider of family friendly farm fun. Pumpkin Hollow features a gourd trellis, pumpkins, gourds, farm animals, hay slides, pony, train, and hay rides, cornfield mazes, pig scrambles, and other special events. 671 County Road 336, Piggott, AR 72454, Open: May – November. (870)598-3568

Tourist Information Center: Piggott T-shirts and historic walkway bricks. 100 E. Main, Piggott, AR 72454. Hours: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (870)598-3167

RESTAURANTS/CARRY OUT

Casey’s Carry Out Pizza, Pizza and sub sandwiches. 292 E. Main Street, Piggott, AR, 72454. Hours: Sunday – Saturday 6 a.m. — 10 p.m. (870)598-0257

China King, Authentic Chinese menu and buffet. 186 S. 2nd Ave., Piggott, AR 72454. Hours: Sunday – Saturday 11 a.m. — 9:30 p.m. (870)598-5588

Circle K Convenience Store – Food & gas, 1108 E Main Street, Piggott, AR 72454.  Hours:  24-7. (870)598-0336

Country Mart/Quick Mart—Food & gas, 1020 E. Main Street, Piggott, AR 72454. Hours: Sunday – Saturday 6 a.m. — 10 p.m. (870)598-3418

Front Street Pizza, Please call for current hours of operation. (870) 598-3000

Hardees, 950 E. Main Street, Piggott, AR 72454. Hours: Monday – Friday, 6 a.m. – 9 p.m., Saturday, 6 a.m. – 10 p.m., Sunday, 6 a.m. – 9 p.m. (870)598-2024

Hen House Cafe, Home-cooked menu with lunch specials, serve 60. 260 W Court St, Piggott, AR 72454. Hours: Monday – Wednesday and Saturday 5:30 a.m. – 2 p.m., Thursday – Friday 5:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., Sunday – closed. (870)634-6578

Hog Wild BBQ, Breakfast, lunch menu of home-cooked foods and desserts; Bbq and catering, 1259 E. Main Street, Piggott, AR 72454, Hours: Monday – Saturday 6 a.m. – 7 p.m. (870)697-2776

Los Compadres Mexican Restaurant, Authentic Mexican cuisine, serve 25. 648 E Main St, Piggott, AR 72454, Hours: Sunday -Thursday & Saturday 11 a.m. – 9 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. – 10 p.m., (870)598-0224

Madpies Tea Room and Shoppes, Lunch menu with sandwiches, soups, daily special, and dessert, 127 S 3rd Street, Piggott, AR 72454, Hours: Monday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., (870)324-1804

Piggott City Market, Community gathering place offering specialty coffees, baked goods, dry cleaning services, and local products and art. 147 S. 3rd. Ave., Piggott, AR, 72454. Hours: Monday – Friday 6:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Sunday – closed.  (870)324-4440

Piggott Diner, Catfish, burgers, full menu of home-cooked foods and desserts, serve 200. 226 W. Court St., Piggott, AR, 72454. Hours: Sunday 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Monday – Saturday 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. (870)598-5130

LODGING

The Inn at Piggott, Bed and breakfast in the former Piggott State Bank building, suites with private bath and internet connection, wheel chair accessible room available. 193 W. Main Street, Piggott, AR, 72454.(870)598-8888

Open Roads Motel, 148 Independence, Piggott, AR 72454. (870)598-5941

Rose Dale Farm Bed & Breakfast, Eighteen acres of pastoral fields surround this 1917 restored bungalow located just down the road from the Hemingway-Pfeiffer Museum. Fully stocked kitchen with complimentary snacks and drinks, queen beds, cable TV, WIFI and complete privacy. 1577 East Main Street, Piggott, AR 72454. (870)634-7100

LOCAL BUSINESSES

Brick House Fitness Club, Physical fitness facility, offering specialty classes.  155 N. 3rd St., Piggott, AR 72454.  Call for hours. (870)598-7257

Diamond C Designs, Featuring custom, handmade, and consignment clothing.  Also offers alterations, mending, and embroidery. 162 South 2nd St., Piggott, AR 72454. Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (870)324-1140

East Main Car Wash.  580 East Main St., Piggott, AR 72454.  Hours: 24-7

Evans Fine Jewelry & Pawn Shop, Jewelry, collectables, buy and sell old coins and guns. 127 W. Main Street, Piggott, AR 72454. Hours: Monday – Saturday 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (870)598-1101

Fred’s Store, 120 S. Thornton Street, Piggott, AR, 72454. Hours: Sunday noon – 6 p.m., Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. (870)598-2188

Front Porch Flea Market, 390 S. Front Street, Piggott, AR 72454. Hours: Tuesday – Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturdays 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Closed Sundays and Mondays. (870)598-7734.

Holcomb’s Pharmacy and Gifts, 231 W. Main Street, Piggott, AR, 72454. Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (870)598-3183

Inga’s Custom Framing, Custom framing since 1982. Features a variety of original art, antique prints and old Piggott photographs. 1417 East Main Street, Piggott, Arkansas 72454. Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. (870)598-3405

Jones Furniture Co, Family-owned business for 30 years with a large variety of furniture and accessories in stock. 285 W. Main Street, Piggott, AR, 72454. Hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. – noon. (870)598-2861

Madpie’s Flea Market & Tea Room, Flea Market and Tea Room. 118 West Court Street, Piggott, Arkansas, 72454. Find us on Facebook! Hours: Monday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (870) 324-0568

Merle Norman – Piggott Florist, Featuring Merle Norman—Fresh & silk flowers, fragrances, gifts, and Merle Norman cosmetics. We are family owned and operated. We are committed to offering only the finest floral arrangements and gifts, backed by service that is friendly and prompt. Because all of our customers are important, our professional staff is dedicated to making your experience a pleasant one. That is why we always go the extra mile to make your floral gift perfect. 221 W. Main Street, Piggott, AR, 72454. Hours: Monday -Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. – noon, (870)598-2203, (800)448-5726

The Nest, Unique and exciting shopping opportunity in downtown Piggott. 126 S. 2nd Street, Piggott, AR 72454. Hours: Monday – Friday 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. (870)324-4211

Redmon Monuments & Signs, Featuring monuments, signs, granite etching, chalk drawings, personalized license plates and shirts. 364 S. Thornton Avenue, Piggott, AR 72454. Hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (870)598-2331

The Rusty Lantern, Featuring antiques, collectibles, and other vintage items.  137 South 3rd, Piggott, AR 72454.  Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (870)598-4930

Southern Traditions Event Hall, Rental venue for parties and other special occasions.  209 West Main St., Piggott, AR 72454 (870)324-3188

Treasure Chest, Featuring decorator gifts, oil diffuser lamps, Dept 56, Aromatique, Old World Christmas ornaments, Jim Shore hand-carved Santas & snowmen, Lee Middleton dolls. 239 W. Main Street, Piggott, AR, 72454. Hours: Monday – Friday 9:30 a.m. – 5:15 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (870)598-2385

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