On June 11th, Jacksonport State Park will be presenting “Justice In Jacksonport: A 19th Century Murder Trial.” This trial is based on actual events that occurred in Newport, and were tried at the Jackson County courthouse in Jacksonport in the late fall of 1886. The trial will be conducted in the same courtroom where it was originally held and the cast of characters will be chosen from our audience!
After enjoying a Southern Style Supper, audience members will take part in a living history drama, playing the roles of defendant, witnesses, lawyers, and jurors to determine the fate of A. B. Chambers. Did he do it? Or is he completely innocent? Only the members of the jury will decide.
MENU: Smothered Chicken * Creamy Rice Casserole * Seasoned Green Beans * Biscuits & Cornbread served with delicious Honey Butter * Dessert: Dutch Oven Fruit Crisp
Please call 870-523-2143 to make your reservation soon. Space is limited and the registration deadline is 3 p.m., June 9th. Come out to Jacksonport State Park to have a wonderful time and meet new friends.
When: June 11, 2016, 6 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Meeting Place: Visitor Information Center
Admission: $20 per person
Participants: Minimum of 25, maximum of 40
This building is fully accessible to those with disabilities.
For more information, please contact the park staff at Jacksonport State Park, 205 Avenue Street, Newport, AR, 72112, telephone: (870) 523-2143 or email: Jacksonport@arkansas.com.
