Only about 70 miles separate the cities of Jonesboro Arkansas and Memphis Tennessee, so you might look to include a visit to both cities when visiting the Mississippi River Delta Area. The city of Jonesboro Arkansas, which is home to around 116,000 people, is the fifth most populous city in the Natural State, and it is also home to the Arkansas State University. When looking for things to do in Jonesboro, visiting the Arkansas State University Museum is definitely recommended. While engaging in Jonesboro travel, you can also head to one of the area state parks or look to enjoy the city's shops and restaurants. Don't forget to check out the Jonesboro events calendar when planning your visit. The Forum Civic Center and Theatre is known for its quality performing arts productions.

One of the top attractions in Jonesboro is the Arkansas State Museum, which many believe to be among the top museums in the country's Mid-South region. Not only is the natural history of Arkansas and the Delta Area highlighted at this excellent museum, but so too is the cultural history of the region. The Arkansas State Museum is open Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and between the hours of 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. On Mondays it takes a break and it is also closed on university holidays. Arkansas State University offers more than just a great museum, and if you are interested in adding some Jonesboro events to your itinerary, it offers many of them throughout the academic year. The school's Fowler Performing Arts Center boasts a large concert hall, a more intimate drama theater, and an art gallery. The Arkansas State University sporting events are among the other Jonesboro events that you might consider including in your Jonesboro travel plans. College towns get an extra cultural boost from their schools, and it's no different in Jonesboro Arkansas.

When you're not enjoying the Arkansas State University attractions in Jonesboro, hitting the local shops and heading to one of the city's spas for a bit of pampering are among the possible things to do. The Mall at Turtle Creek boasts more than 100 stores, not to mention an array of restaurants, and it's a great place to shop until you drop. The restaurants at the malls in Jonesboro aren't the best places to enjoy some authentic regional fare, and you're encouraged to explore the dining scene while in town. This part of the country is known for its BBQ. Enjoying some good food, visiting a few shops, getting a massage, and checking out the Arkansas State University Museum are just some of the things that urban-based Jonesboro travel has to offer. When looking to include some outdoor recreation in your Jonesboro travel plans, Crowley's Ridge State Park and Lake Frierson State Park are both just a short drive away.

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Forested hills characterize much of Crowley's Ridge State Park, and there is a moderate hiking trail here that is ideal for relaxing nature walks. You can also rent boats and canoes at the park and do a little boating or fishing. Staying in one of the more standard Jonesboro hotels might be the preferred way to go for some, but if you're interested in renting a cabin, Crowley's Ridge State Park offers four fully-equipped ones and five simpler ones. You can also choose to do some camping here, as the park boasts a small campground. Lake Frierson State Park also offers campsites, and you can rent various watercrafts here as well. Visiting Lake Frierson State Park when the dogwood trees are blooming in the spring is always a treat.

Whether you are spending a lot of time in Jonesboro or you are just resting while en route to other regional destinations, taking some time out to enjoy some of the things that the city has to offer is recommended. There are enough attractions here to keep you busy for at least a few days, and if you can include one of the Jonesboro events on your agenda, then all the better. The area state parks are known to put on some interesting events, so you can also look to them in addition to seeing what the city's performing arts venues and to the local sports teams have going on.