Fulton County, Arkansas: History and Information

Fulton County, Arkansas

Fulton County History, Geography, Demographics, Cities and Towns, and Education

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Created in December 21, 1842, from territory taken from Izard County, and is named after William S. Fulton, the last Governor of Arkansas Territory. The county seat is Salem. Landscape of Fulton County is rugged and mountainous. The well-known Mammoth Spring, one of the largest single-outlet springs in North America, is located in the county. Many recreational activities can be found around this area. Lake Norfork and Horseshoe Bend also provide water sports. Nearly half of the land area of the county is in pastureland. Beef cattle, poultry farming, and feed production are leading agricultural activities. The Fulton County courthouse, built in 1890, was restored in 1973 and has become a landmark. The Saturday night hoedown in Fulton County has been kept alive and is a favorite of local citizens as well as tourists. In May of each year, Fulton County stages an Old Timer Sailor and Marine reunion, which unites people from all over the country. Also in May several other music festivals are held.

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North: Howell County, Mo.

Northeast: Oregon County, Mo.

Southeast: Sharp County

Southwest: Izard County

West: Baxter County

Northwest: Ozark County, Mo.

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Fulton County History, Geography, Demographics, Cities and Towns, and Education

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