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Step inside one of Fort Smith’s most unique historical landmarks — Miss Laura’s Brothel Museum — with guest Angel Tracy, the museum’s manager and passionate historian. In this episode, Angel shares fascinating stories about the women who shaped this space, from Miss Laura and Bertha to the many who followed, revealing how this former brothel became a vital part of women’s history and Fort Smith’s cultural heritage.
Discover how the museum preserves the past while connecting it to modern issues such as human trafficking awareness, and get a sneak peek into upcoming events like the Radium Girls Paint & Sip, Christmas Nouveau Soiree, and the Women’s History Month “Coming to Current” room.
Join us for an eye-opening conversation that honors the women who helped build Fort Smith — one story at a time.
Relevant Links (from DiscoverFortSmith.com):
Miss Laura’s Visitor Center & Brothel Museum: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/miss-lauras-visitor-center
Fort Smith Museum of History: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/fort-smith-museum-of-history
Fort Smith Regional Art Museum: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/fort-smith-regional-art-museum
Bakery District (local event venue often featured): https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/bakery-district
Fort Smith National Historic Site: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/fort-smith-national-historic-site
By Discover Fort SmithStep inside one of Fort Smith’s most unique historical landmarks — Miss Laura’s Brothel Museum — with guest Angel Tracy, the museum’s manager and passionate historian. In this episode, Angel shares fascinating stories about the women who shaped this space, from Miss Laura and Bertha to the many who followed, revealing how this former brothel became a vital part of women’s history and Fort Smith’s cultural heritage.
Discover how the museum preserves the past while connecting it to modern issues such as human trafficking awareness, and get a sneak peek into upcoming events like the Radium Girls Paint & Sip, Christmas Nouveau Soiree, and the Women’s History Month “Coming to Current” room.
Join us for an eye-opening conversation that honors the women who helped build Fort Smith — one story at a time.
Relevant Links (from DiscoverFortSmith.com):
Miss Laura’s Visitor Center & Brothel Museum: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/miss-lauras-visitor-center
Fort Smith Museum of History: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/fort-smith-museum-of-history
Fort Smith Regional Art Museum: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/fort-smith-regional-art-museum
Bakery District (local event venue often featured): https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/bakery-district
Fort Smith National Historic Site: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/fort-smith-national-historic-site