Rohwer, Arkansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Rohwer, Arkansas
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Rohwer War Relocation Center on the flat Delta horizon
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 Rohwer, Arkansas
Location in Arkansas
Rohwer, Arkansas
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Arkansas |
| County | Desha |
| Township | Richland |
| Elevation | 45 m (148 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
71666
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| GNIS feature ID | 58514 |
Rohwer, Arkansas is a small, unincorporated community located in Desha County, Arkansas, United States. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that are not part of an official town or city government. You can find Rohwer right on Arkansas Highway 1.
History of Rohwer
Rohwer has a very important place in American history, especially during World War II. It was once the site of a Japanese American internment camp. During the war, many people of Japanese descent living in the United States were forced to leave their homes and live in these camps.
The camp at Rohwer was designed by an architect named Edward F. Neild. It first opened in March 1942. Today, the site is known as the Rohwer War Relocation Center, and it serves as a memorial to the people who lived there.
Climate in Rohwer
The weather in Rohwer is usually warm and humid in the summer. Winters are generally mild, meaning they are not too cold. According to a system that classifies climates around the world, Rohwer has a humid subtropical climate. This type of climate is often called "Cfa" on climate maps.
Education for Students
Students living in Rohwer attend schools that are part of the McGehee School District.
Before 2004, Rohwer was served by the Delta Special School District. This district had two schools: Delta Elementary School and Delta High School. However, in 2004, a law in Arkansas required smaller school districts to join with larger ones. The Delta Special district merged with the McGehee district on July 1, 2004.
After the merger, the McGehee district continued to operate the Delta Elementary and Delta High schools for a while. By October 2005, the Delta campus only served elementary students. By October 2006, the Delta campus was no longer used as a school.
Notable People from Rohwer
Some famous people have connections to Rohwer:
- Ruth Asawa: She was a well-known sculptor who lived at the Rohwer War Relocation Center when she was a child.
- Sheilla Lampkin: She was born in Rohwer and later became a state legislator in Arkansas, helping to make laws for the state.
- George Takei: He is a famous actor, known for his role in Star Trek. He also lived at the Rohwer War Relocation Center as a child.
