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Springdale, Arkansas

Located in Washington/Benton County, Arkansas, Springdale was established in 1838. Tyson Foods is headquartered in Springdale — the world's largest poultry processor. NW Arkansas is one of the fastest-growing regions due to Walmart, Tyson, and J.B. Hunt.
Founded 1838 | Population 90,555 | Peak 90,555 (2024) | County Washington/Benton County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Springdale, Arkansas

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1838 Founded: Springdale was founded as a railroad town in Washington/Benton County.
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1907 Tyson Foods Founded: John W. Tyson starts poultry business nearby.
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2000 NW Arkansas Boom: Walmart/Tyson/J.B. Hunt corridor growth.
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2017 Crystal Bridges Trail: Arts and trail system expansion.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1838 Culture
Founded
1907 Business
Tyson Foods Founded
2000 Business
NW Arkansas Boom
2017 Culture
Crystal Bridges Trail

Did You Know?

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Tyson Foods is headquartered in Springdale — the world's largest poultry processor.
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NW Arkansas is one of the fastest-growing regions due to Walmart, Tyson, and J.B. Hunt.
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Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is nearby in Bentonville.
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Springdale is located in Washington/Benton County, Arkansas.
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Springdale was founded in 1838.

Famous People from Springdale, Arkansas

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Josh Hawley
Lawyer, Politician · Born Dec 31, 1979 · Age 46
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Yvonne Anderson
Basketball Player · Born Mar 8, 1990 · Age 35
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Bridget Hall
Model · Born Dec 12, 1977 · Age 48

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