Clinton, Arkansas Facts for Kids

Clinton is a city in Arkansas, United States. It is the main town, or county seat, of Van Buren County, Arkansas. In 2020, about 2,509 people lived there. This makes it the biggest city in Van Buren County.

History of Clinton
Geography of Clinton
People of Clinton
Fun Things to Do in Clinton
Schools in Clinton
Getting Around Clinton
Famous Folks from Clinton
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History of Clinton

The city of Clinton was named after DeWitt Clinton. He was a famous governor of New York. He helped build the Erie Canal, which was a very important waterway.

On February 5, 2008, a very strong tornado hit Clinton. It was part of a big storm called the 2008 Super Tuesday tornado outbreak. The tornado caused a lot of damage to homes and businesses.

Geography of Clinton

Clinton is located in the beautiful state of Arkansas. It covers an area of about 11.6 square miles (30 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.

The city sits by the Archey Fork, which is a small river. This river flows into the Upper Little Red River. The Upper Little Red River then goes into Greers Ferry Lake. This lake is a great place for fishing and other fun water activities. Years ago, a project changed the river's path to help with floods. Recently, people worked to restore the river to a more natural state. This restoration is now part of the city's downtown park. You can enjoy trails and nature there.

People of Clinton

The number of people living in Clinton has changed over the years.

Historical population
Census	Pop.	%±
1880	166	—
1890	176	6.0%
1900	297	68.8%
1940	915	—
1950	853	−6.8%
1960	744	−12.8%
1970	1,029	38.3%
1980	1,284	24.8%
1990	2,213	72.4%
2000	2,283	3.2%
2010	2,602	14.0%
2020	2,509	−3.6%
U.S. Decennial Census 2014 Estimate

In 2020, there were 2,509 people living in Clinton. These people lived in 942 homes. The community is made up of people from different backgrounds. Most residents are White, but there are also Black, Native American, and Asian people. Many people also identify as Hispanic or Latino.

Fun Things to Do in Clinton

Clinton is known for its exciting events and historic places.

National Championship Chuckwagon Races: Every year, during Labor Day weekend, Clinton hosts these famous races. It's a huge event that brings thousands of visitors. You can watch rodeo events, enjoy live music, and see the exciting Snowy River race.
Van Buren County Courthouse: The courthouse building in Clinton is very old and important. It is listed on the state's historic registry. This means it's a special building that helps tell the story of the area.

Schools in Clinton

Students in Clinton go to public schools managed by the Clinton School District. Young people attend Clinton High School. This high school is highly rated. It is considered one of the top high schools in Arkansas.

Getting Around Clinton

If you need to travel to or from Clinton by bus, Jefferson Lines provides service to the city.

Famous Folks from Clinton

Many interesting people have come from Clinton, Arkansas.

Karen R. Baker is a judge on the Arkansas Supreme Court.
James E. Burnett was the chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board.
Bobby Burnett was a professional football player. He played for the Buffalo Bills.
Opie Cates was a band leader and radio actor.
Clifton Clowers was a farmer and a World War I veteran. He inspired a famous song called "Wolverton Mountain."
John Hargis won a gold medal in swimming at the 1996 Olympic Games. He graduated from Clinton High School.
Monica Potts is an author. Her book, "The Forgotten Girls," talks about her childhood in Clinton.
Jack Whillock was a professional baseball pitcher. He played for the Arkansas Razorbacks and in Major League Baseball.

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Tornado damage to a house in Clinton

Clinton, Arkansas facts for kids

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