The Eureka Springs Historical Museum is excited to announce our new TIME TRAVEL event for this year:
The 1973 Longhair Invasion!

LAST YEAR, we traveled back to 1898 for the infamous Eureka Springs Jailbreak and the ensuing “Jailbird Ball”. Our guests were treated to an unforgettable evening of period music and entertainment, mugshots, a silent auction of items from the “evidence room”, an immersive jailbreak experience, social dancing, and some of the best “prison food” ever served on this side of the Mississippi.

THIS YEAR, we’re getting into a different groove! On the evening of August 8, 2025, we’re breaking out the bell-bottoms, tie-dye, and longhair fashions as we pay tribute to the Eureka Springs of 1973 and the “Longhair Invasion” of back-to-the-land artists, musicians, and free-thinkers that turned our town into an original Ozark hippie haven.

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The Longhair Invasion – WHAT is it?

To pay tribute to this unique time in our town’s history, the Eureka Springs Historical Museum will be hosting the Longhair Invasion fundraiser in the summer of 2025. This is the second in a series of “Time Travel” themed interactive events created by the museum. The Longhair Invasion will feature 1973 music and entertainment, immersive roleplay activities, social dancing, food, and more!

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WHEN is it?

The event takes place on the evening of Friday, August 8, 2025 from 5pm to 10pm.

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WHERE is it?

The event is being hosted at the Inn of the Ozarks Convention Center, located behind the Best Western Inn of the Ozarks at 207 W. Van Buren in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, just off of Highway 62. Free parking is available on-site.

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What to WEAR?

This is a costumed event, with 1973 themed attire being encouraged for all guests. Please be creative and have fun with your costumes!

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HOW MUCH does it cost?

Tickets are $55 per person, or $75 per person if you would like to receive an official event t-shirt.

ALL TICKETS INCLUDE:
– Event Admission and Dinner
– Free parking at Convention Center
– Simulated Time Travel Experience
– Interactive Role-Playing Activities
– FolkFair Photo Exhibit by Albert Skiles
– Historic Photo Slideshow by Vernon Tucker
– Lip-Syncing Contest
– 1973 dance party with DJ Testube
– Collectible 1973 Time Travel pin

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Where to BUY TICKETS or get MORE INFO?
Visit LonghairInvasion.com

Tickets will be available for purchase online and at the Eureka Springs Historical Museum located at 95 S. Main Street in Downtown Eureka Springs. No physical tickets will be mailed. Simply show up at the event with your ID and purchase receipt.

The Longhair Invasion is a fundraiser with 100% of proceeds going towards he operation costs of the Eureka Springs Historical Museum. Please feel free to call us at 479-253-9417 with questions!

With marketing support from the Eureka Springs CAPC