Replicas of two ships used by explorer Christopher Columbus, which led
to the European colonization of the Americas, are to visit Arkansas in
Fort Smith where the boats will be docked for seven days.
The replicas of Niña and Pinta are traveling together around the U.S.
to help people learn more about the voyage in 1492 that led to the
discovery of what was called the New World.
A schedule for the ships shows that in the coming months they will
travel down the Mississippi River, then up the Arkansas River with two
stops in the state for visitors.
Friday, Oct. 20- Sunday, Oct. 29 — Little Rock, Julius Breckling
Riverfront Park
Wednesday, Nov. 1- Tuesday, Nov. 7 — Fort Smith, 4831 Riverfront Drive
The replicas are then expected to travel into Oklahoma to various locations.
