42nd Annual Southwestern Regional Rendezvous to be held at Prairie D’Ane Battlefield

The Southwest Regional Rendezvous brings Early American enthusiasts together to live as it was from 1700-1840. Image courtesy Southwestern Regional Rendezvous

PRESCOTT — Step into the past at the 42nd Annual Southwestern Regional Rendezvous, returning to Prescott, Arkansas for a week of authentic living history. On March 14, 15, and 21, visitors will encounter authentic mountain‑man encampments, historic demonstrations, traders, food vendors, and more, bringing Early American life into vivid focus. Hosted by the Nevada County Depot and Museum.

Public visiting hours are 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. on March 14, 15, and 21, with admission $5 for adults while children 12 and under attend free. Parking provided at no charge. The Rendezvous takes place at Prairie D’Ane Battlefield, 2243 Highway 19 North, Prescott, Arkansas, with food vendors and period merchandise available on site.

What is a Rendezvous? Historically, Rendezvous were Colonial and Early American -era trade meetings between companies and fur trappers to buy and sell beaver and otter pelts. Another purpose was to provide much-needed socializing and entertainment for the often-isolated trappers. The Southwestern Regional Rendezvous is held each year in one of its member states–New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Arkansas–to celebrate this era in American history. Visitors can see authentic crafts and pioneer skills and discover what daily life in Early America was really like. History, hospitality, and hands‑on discovery await!

For more information, call 870-887-5821, email TheDepotMuseum@gmail.com, or visit the Nevada County Depot Museum’s Facebook page.

The Nevada County Depot Museum is a 501(c)3 non-profit humanities organization dedicated to preserving and sharing regional history. The Depot Museum manages Prairie D’Ane Battlefield as a historic and natural site open for visitors year-round. For more information on this or upcoming events, call 870-887-5821, email TheDepotMuseum@gmail.com, find us on Facebook, or visit TheDepotMuseum.org/Events.