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Discovery Series – Arkansas

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Discovery Series Arkansas is a mug for the “The Natural State”, known for its forests, rivers, and deep roots in folk music and outdoor culture.

Arkansas became the 25th state on June 15, 1836, with a name derived from a French interpretation of a Quapaw Indian word meaning “land of downriver people.” The territory’s early economy relied on cotton plantations in the fertile Delta region and timber harvesting in the mountainous north. The discovery of bauxite deposits brought industrialization during World War II, while the 1957 desegregation crisis at Little Rock Central High School thrust Arkansas into the national spotlight.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Arkansas

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The Discovery Series Ornament – Arkansas is an espresso mug for the State where rolling hills, crystal-clear rivers, and Southern charm come together in the Natural State.

Arkansas became the 25th state on June 15, 1836, with a name derived from a French interpretation of a Quapaw Indian word meaning “land of downriver people.” The territory’s early economy relied on cotton plantations in the fertile Delta region and later timber harvesting in the mountainous north. Arkansas remained primarily rural and agricultural through much of its history, though the discovery of bauxite and the development of aluminum production during World War II brought industrialization.… Read more

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Been There Ornament – Arkansas

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Here’s Starbucks Been There Ornament Arkansas and this is what we can see on the front of it:
– The Wonder State – this nickname served the state of Arkansas as the official nickname from 1923 to 1947. This name was adopted by concurrent resolution of the legislature to promote Arkansas’ abundance of natural resources and to replace the nickname, the Bear State, which was so widely in use and, it was feared, gave a false impression of the state.
– Mockingbird – Arkansas State Bird since 1929.… Read more

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