About 89,000 people.

Fort Smith sits on the border with Oklahoma and has a rich Old West history. It started as a frontier army fort and grew into a proud, hardworking city.
You can visit the Fort Smith National Historic Site to learn about frontier days, ride the vintage trolley, or explore the U.S. Marshals Museum.
Fort Smith National Historic Site tells stories of frontier marshals, judges, and pioneers from long ago.
The Arkansas River runs along the city, with parks, trails, and events that bring families together outdoors.