Murfreesboro, AR

About Murfreesboro

• • Jazz pianist and composer Art Tatum, known for his virtuosity, was born in Murfreesboro.
• • Diamond mining, as a recreational activity, is a unique cultural element strongly tied to the area.
• • Diamonds discovered in the area put Murfreesboro on the map, leading to tourism.
• • The Crater of Diamonds State Park is the only diamond mine in the world open to the public.
• • A devastating fire in 1916 destroyed much of the town's business district.
• • Named after Colonel Hardy Murfree, a Revolutionary War hero, it was established in 1824.
• • With about 1,500 people, it's a small town, much smaller than its namesake in Tennessee.
• • At 430 feet above sea level, the terrain is gently rolling, great for diamond hunting.
• • Tourism, especially related to the diamond mine, is a major economic driver.
• • Experiencing Murfreesboro feels like stepping back in time to a simpler way of life.
• • The Dallas Cowboys, though a drive away, remain a popular team in the region.
• • Murfreesboro High School's football team has a strong local rivalry with neighboring schools.

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