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With a population of 198,541 as of 2020, Little Rock is the capital and most populous city in the U.S. state of Arkansas. It is the county seat of Pulaski County and is located on the south bank of the Arkansas River.

History

The area was first explored by French from Louisiana in 1722. It was named La Petite Roche (The Little Rock) by explorer Jean-Baptiste Bénard de la Harpe. The first permanent settlement was established in 1820 by William Lewis. Little Rock was incorporated as a town in 1831 and as a city in 1835.

During the late 1800s, Little Rock became a strategic western city on the frontier. By the turn of the century, it was the capital of the only southern state along the Mississippi River.

In 1957, a key event in the city's history took place - the Little Rock Nine crisis. This was when nine African American students were stopped from entering Little Rock Central High School in compliance with the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling that segregated public schools were unconstitutional. The crisis and its aftermath was a defining moment in the civil rights movement.

To learn more about the history of Little Rock, visit the Little Rock City Clerk's Office or the Encyclopedia of Arkansas.

Economy

Some of the major industries and employers in Little Rock include:

• State government - As the state capital, government administration is a major employer.
• Health care - Major health systems include Baptist Health and CHI St. Vincent.
• Finance - Little Rock is home to major banks like Bank OZK and Arvest Bank.
• Technology - Tech companies with a presence include DXC Technology, Acxiom, and Lexmark.
• Retail - Major retail employers are Walmart, Dillard's, Kroger, and Gap Inc.
• Education - The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and the University of Arkansas at Little Rock employ thousands.

For more on the city's economy, visit the Little Rock Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Attractions and Landmarks

As the capital city, Little Rock offers many historic and cultural attractions. Some popular sites include:

• The Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site - Site of the 1957 desegregation crisis. 34°44'27.0"N 92°16'58.0"W
• The Riverfront Park - Extends along the south bank of the Arkansas River. 34°44'38.2"N 92°16'59.5"W
• The William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Museum - Located in a 27-acre riverfront park. 34°44'47.5"N 92°16'12.0"W
• The Heifer International Headquarters - Nonprofit focused on ending poverty and hunger globally. 1 World Avenue, Little Rock, AR 72202. (501) 907-8800
• The Little Rock Zoo - Home to over 725 animals. 1 Zoo Dr, Little Rock, AR 72205. (501) 661-7200
• The Arkansas Arts Center - Museum with fine arts, studio arts, theater, and art classes. 9th and Commerce streets. (501) 372-4000
• The Arkansas State Capitol - Seat of state government, active state capitol building and National Historic Landmark. 500 Woodlane Ave. (501) 682-5080

Public Transportation

The main public transportation system in Little Rock is the Central Arkansas Transit Authority (CATA). CATA operates almost 30 bus routes in Pulaski, Saline, Lonoke, and Faulkner counties. There are also trolley lines covering major downtown Little Rock attractions.

To learn more, visit the Rock Region Metro website or call 501-375-6717.

Sports Teams

Little Rock has minor league and college sports teams that locals are passionate about, including:

• Arkansas Travelers - Minor league baseball team (Double-A affiliate of the Seattle Mariners). Website
• Little Rock Rangers - Minor league soccer team (USL League Two). Website
• Arkansas Razorbacks - University of Arkansas sports teams in Fayetteville. Website
• Little Rock Trojans - University of Arkansas at Little Rock sports teams. Website

Local Government

Visit the Pulaski County website.

School Districts

• Little Rock School District - Website | Phone: (501) 447-1000
• Pulaski County Special School District - Website | Phone: (501) 234-2000
• North Little Rock School District - Website | Phone: (501) 771-8000

Additional Local Resources

• Little Rock Public Library - Website | Multiple locations
• Little Rock Parks & Recreation - Website | Phone: (501) 371-4770
• Little Rock Police Department - Website | Phone: (501) 371-4800
• Local news and information - LittleRock.com
• Visitor and tourism information - Little Rock Visitors Bureau
• Local jobs and employment - Little Rock Regional Chamber of Commerce

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