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Paris Area Chamber of Commerce 301 West Walnut, Paris, Arkansas 72855 (479) 963-2244 Paid in part by the
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presents the 9th Annual Mt. Magazine International Butterfly Festival June 24th, 25th, and 26th, 2005 Arkansas' newest state park of 2,200 acres offers cooler summertime temperatures due to the elevation of 2,753 feet above sea level. These cooler temperatures are a nature lover's paradise, as well as nature's paradise. The altitude, geography and climate combine to create unique habitats for rare plants, animals and the Diana Fritillary butterfly. Lured by the many species of enchanting butterflies found on Mt Magazine, enthusiasts gathered from around the world to participate in the first annual Mt. Magazine International Butterfly Festival in 1997. Since that time, the festival has continued to grow, and thousands of people from 45 states and half a dozen countries have attended the festival. Mt. Magazine has an extraordinary richness of butterfly species. Of the Arkansas total of 127 resident species, at least 91 occur on the mountain's plateau-like summit. Virtually all Arkansas resident butterflies are represented in good numbers. The nation's "showcase butterfly," the Diana Fritillary (seen only occasionally in other parts of the U.S.), consistently reproduces on the mountain. Mt. Magazine is one of the country's biological "hot spots," a living butterfly "Eden." Mt. Magazine is also the site of Arkansas' newest state park. It is part of the "Tri-Peaks State Parks Destination" along with two nearby sister parks located at Mount Nebo and Petit Jean Mountain. The festival officially begins Friday evening, June 25th with a partner appreciation street dance. The festivities will include a butterfly costume contest for children, street dance, concessions and a special VIP area for the partners. Other festival activities include a walk-thru Butterfly Conservatory, horticultural and butterfly seminars, nature walks with interpreters and more! We hope to see you there.
Second Annual Art Show All Mediums Accepted Show Dates are Thursday June 23th through Saturday June 25th. For more information, contact the Paris Area Chamber of Commerce (479) 963-2244 or at 301 West Walnut, Paris, Arkansas 72855. Or e-mail us at parischamber@centurytel.net
8th Annual Mt. Magazine International Butterfly Festival This contest was designed to highlight and exhibit the work of amateur photographers. Click here for more information, rules and entry forms. For more information, contact the Paris Area Chamber of Commerce (479) 963-2244 or at 301 West Walnut, Paris, Arkansas 72855. Or e-mail us at parischamber@centurytel.net
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