Diamond State Park celebrating 50th anniversary this Friday and Saturday
The Crater of Diamonds State Park will celebrate its 50th anniversary of being a part of the Arkansas state parks system, with events planned for Friday and Saturday.
At 4 p.m. tomorrow, retired Executive Director of Parks and Tourism Richard Davies and retired Park Superintendent Jim Cannon will speak on the early days of the park. Immediately following, the park will unveil a new wayside exhibit on the 8.52-carat Esperanza Diamond, discovered at the park in June 2015. Attendees may bring chairs or blankets to sit on during these activities.
On Saturday, April 23, the park will host its 26th Annual Prospector’s Treasure Hunt for painted bottles and rocks hidden throughout the diamond search area, redeemable for a variety of prizes from area businesses. Park staff will also host fun games during the day for visitors of all ages to play. There are 10 diamond finders who will be part of the events on Saturday, from 10 a.m. to two p.m.
All event activities are free with the purchase of admission to the diamond search area.
