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Northeast Arkansas Children's Museum land-use agreement

Jonesboro

Description

The city would let the museum use the city-owned building and land at 215 W. Monroe for a regional children's museum, with demolition restrictions and a full reversion clause if financing isn't secured by January 1, 2030.

Impact summary

A children's museum downtown could be a major family attraction and revitalization driver, with the city protected if the project falls through.

Applicant

Name
Northeast Arkansas Children's Museum
Address
215 W. Monroe Avenue, Jonesboro, AR 72401See this on the map

At a glance

Hearings
1
Public comments
0
Total mentions
1

Recorded in the meeting · City Council

Approved10–0, unanimous

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 15, 2026.

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