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Helena-West Helena Arkansas

INTRODUCTION

Helena-West Helena was formed from the merger of two previously existing towns, effective January 1, 2006. Helena contributed seven generals to the Confederacy. Three of them are buried in Helena-West Helena's Confederate Cemetery. The town has a population of 12,246.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Due to the increase of violence that has plagued the city, the Helena-West Helena City Council city has imposed a 24-hour curfew which basically means that local police may stop anybody on the street and question them.

ATTRACTIONS

Interesting attractions include the Pillow-Thompson Victorian House, Oliver's Restaurant and Blues Corner.