and dairy industries came to play an important role in the town ’ s economic development . However , it was the poultry industry which ultimately helped boost the town ’ s fortunes , and by the 1950s Berryville earned the title “ Turkey Capital of the World .”
This industry has never slowed down in Northwest Arkansas . Tyson Foods , one of the city ’ s largest employers , has operated a poultry processing plant in Berryville since 1972 . They have helped create a wealth of opportunities for growers , hatcheries , employees and managers .
City leaders have taken a steady approach to guide the town into sustainable growth while protecting the town ’ s small town look and feel . Today , the city has opportunities to grow and progress while offering all citizens a safe , quality way of life .
“ If you ’ re willing to work and be consistent , I believe anyone has the opportunity to thrive here ,” Ballinger said . “ It ’ s very sustainable and empowering .”
A Tourism Destination
Berryville ’ s historic city square is still the heart of the city ’ s retail and dining
destinations . Local volunteers and area artists banded together to restore the vintage advertising signs on the sides of downtown buildings , adding an aura of timeless beauty and recapturing a quaint down-home feeling . A 2022 refurbishment of the downtown square added a picturesque fountain , beautiful new gazebo , and plantings that highlight
this historic center of the community .
The Saunders Museum , which opened in Berryville in 1956 , houses the extensive firearms collection of Col . Charles Burton “ Buck ” Saunders , a world champion at shooting pistols . On display are guns that belonged to Sam Houston , Annie Oakley , Belle Starr , and Jesse and Frank James , as well as a bowie knife and other items .
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Closed January & February . We open every March 1 for the season through November and special hours in December . Call 870-749-2298 for more information .
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