Miss Laura's Brothel Museum

Women's History in Prostitution in the 1940s
2025-03-26 13:30 - 14:30 UTC | Miss Laura’s Brothel Museum, 2 N B St, Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
The 1940s was a groundbreaking era for women, marked by resilience, transformation, and newfound independence. As war reshaped the world, women stepped into roles they had never held before, proving their strength and forever changing society. Beyond their contributions to the workforce and war effort, this decade also saw dramatic shifts in fashion, beauty, and undergarments—ushering in iconic looks that still influence style today. We’ll also dive into the lives of some of the most influential madams of the time, uncovering their impact on history. Get ready to explore a decade of bold changes, fierce determination, and lasting legacies!

Women's History in Prostitution in the 1930s
2025-03-22 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-19 13:30 - 14:00 | Miss Laura’s Brothel Museum, 2 N B St, Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
Don’t miss the next installment of our Women’s History Month series! This week, we’re diving into the fascinating world of Depression-era prostitution. The 1930s brought a dramatic shift in women’s roles, fashion, makeup, and culture—join us as we uncover the untold stories of survival and transformation during this turbulent time!

Women's History Month: 6 Influential Women in Fort Smith History
2025-03-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Miss Laura’s Brothel Museum, 2 N B St, Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
You’re in for a real treat on this one! Cody Faber from the Fort Smith National Historic Site is back at Miss Laura’s to talk all about 6 of the most influential women in Fort Smith’s origin story. You’ll be shocked to learn that none of them were prostitutes! This event is free to the public

Women's History in Prostitution in the 1920s
2025-03-12 13:30 - 14:00 | Miss Laura’s Brothel Museum, 2 N B St, Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
Step back in time with us at the museum as we explore the fascinating world of women’s history through the lens of 1920s prostitution. Discover the stories of influential madams, the fashion trends that defined the era, the beauty secrets of the past, and even the daring undergarments that made a statement—scandalous, we know. This event is free to the public.

Women's Property Rights: Then and Now
2025-03-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Miss Laura’s Brothel Museum, 2 N B St, Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
Join us at Miss Laura’s on International Women’s Day as Danyell Barker with Re/Max Executives Real Estate gives us this brief history of women’s property ownership rights and a first time homeowners workshop.

Women's History in Prostitution from 1900-1910s
2025-03-05 13:30 - 14:00 | Miss Laura’s Brothel Museum, 2 N B St, Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
Join Us at the Museum for a Fascinating Discussion on Women’s History in Prostitution (1900–1910s)!
Step back in time as we explore the lives of the madams who shaped the red-light districts of the early 20th century. Discover the fashion, makeup, and even the scandalous undergarments of the era!
From the glamorous to the notorious, we’ll delve into the world of women who made history in unexpected ways. Don’t miss this intriguing and eye-opening presentation

Prostitution in the Progressive Era
2025-03-01 14:00 - 15:00 | Miss Laura’s Brothel Museum, 2 N B St, Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
Join us on March 1st at 2 PM as we kick off Women’s History Month in the only way we know how…talking about prostitution in the progressive era. Starting around 1897 big social reforms were taking place and it affected vice in some critical ways. Emma and Juliana will cover all of that and more. We’ll see you there!

An Evening in Storyville
2025-02-08 17:00 - 19:30 | Miss Laura’s Brothel Museum, 2 N B St, Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
Miss Laura’s and members of the UAFS Jazz Catz present A Night in Storyville. Come for an hour set with members of the Jazz Catz and a presentation about Storyville, one of the largest red light districts in the US. This event is free

Healing and Hope: Surviving Human Trafficking
2025-01-27 13:30 - 14:30 | AR
Join us this January for a 4 part round table discussion presented in partnership with The Crisis Intervention Center and The Monarch 61 Project. We will cover everything from the history of human trafficking laws to the aftercare.

In our final round table we’ll explore the profound aftermath of human trafficking and discuss the aftercare and resources available within our community

Recognizing and Responding to Human Trafficking
2025-01-25 14:00 - 15:00 | AR
Join us this January for a 4 part round table discussion presented in partnership with The Crisis Intervention Center and The Monarch 61 Project. We will cover everything from the history of human trafficking laws to the aftercare.

Part 3 is a doosey. We will discuss prevention, detection, online trafficking, grooming tactics, and how traffickers evade law enforcement. We will also discuss tactics and methods used by traffickers, including recruitment, transportation, and exploitation. We’re looking forward to a great community discussion.

Human Trafficking in the 21st Century
2025-01-22 13:30 - 14:30 | AR
Join us this January for a 4 part round table discussion presented in partnership with The Crisis Intervention Center and The Monarch 61 Project. We will cover everything from the history of human trafficking laws to the aftercare.

Part 2 we will talk more about what human trafficking is like today, its ongoing prevalence and impact in today’s world. We look forward to your questions, so come prepared.

Evolution of Human Trafficking Laws
2025-01-16 13:30 - 14:30 | AR
Join us this January for a 4 part round table discussion presented in partnership with The Crisis Intervention Center and The Monarch 61 Project. We will cover everything from the history of human trafficking laws to the aftercare.

Part 1 will explore the history of human trafficking laws and the reasons behind their creation. Bring your questions for an in-depth discussion.

Not So Silent Night Christmas Soiree
2024-12-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Miss Laura’s Brothel Museum, 2 N B St, Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
Join us at the Brothel Museum on December 12th at 6 PM for our inaugural Christmas Soiree. We’ll start the evening with social hour and singing Christmas Carols with music played by famed pianist Eduardo Guzman. Light refreshments and snacks will be available. We will be giving a presentation centered on Edgar Degas and his famous ballerina paintings. Bridget Duncan from the Fort Smith Regional Art Museum will give us some history on Edgar Degas. Just wait, you’ll never guess what the connection is!! Tickets are only $35. Only 30 tickets will be available and can be purchased online or in person. Click here to purchase tickets online or come by Miss Laura’s from 10-4 Mon-Sat. Come adorned in your best Christmas attire and spend the evening with us. MUST BE 21 TO ATTEND!

Paint & Sip-Radium Girls Edition
2024-10-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Miss Laura’s Brothel Museum, 2 N B St, Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States

100 Years of Criminalization on The Row
2024-10-11 17:45 - 18:30 | Miss Laura’s Brothel Museum, 2 N B St, Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
Sit and visit with us while we discuss the criminalization of prostitution in Fort Smith and how it affected life on Commercial Row in 1924. This day marks the 100 year anniversary of the City Ordinances passing. We’ll have a unique guest that will allow us to talk about then vs now. We will also broadcast on Facebook and Instagram Live. We’ll see you there.

Miss Laura's Fall Festival & Oktoberfest Event
2024-10-05 | Miss Laura’s Brothel Museum, 2 N B St, Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
The trolley will bring you right to our front door!! Make Miss Laura’s a stop on your free trolley ride, courtesy of the City of Fort Smith, and learn a little about the more unique side of Fort Smith’s history!
We will be showing a video every 30 minutes and have tours to follow. Our tour guides will be dressed in attire reflective of the early years of operation at Miss Laura’s.
A visit our new gift shop will get you 10% off of all Fort Smith logoed items. Can’t make it on the 5th? That’s ok we’ll have this special going the whole month of October 2024.See you there.
For a full schedule of events with our partners please visit the Fall Festival website at https://fortsmithfallfest.com/

Women in the Workforce - Roundtable Discussion
2024-09-07 14:00 - 15:00 | Miss Laura’s Brothel Museum, 2 N B St, Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
