NWA Today

The January guide

Things to do in Northwest Arkansas in January

The quiet month is quieter here than most places — and that's the appeal. Trails are empty, museum galleries are warm, and the live-music rooms don't take the winter off. Watch for eagle-watching cruises on Beaver Lake while the cold holds.

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