Page Contents for Hardy, Arkansas

Statistics & Facts

Location

History & History-related items

City Attractions

Government

Chamber of Commerce.

Schools.

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Statistics & Facts

The Arkansas state capital is Little Rock.
The population of Hardy is approximately 538 (1990), 772 (2010).
The approximate number of families is 357 (1990), 386 (2010).
The amount of land area in Hardy is 5.959 sq. kilometers.
The amount of surface water is 0.546 sq kilometers.
The distance from Hardy to Washington DC is 839 miles.
The distance to the Arkansas state capital is 121 miles. (as the crow flies)
Hardy is positioned 36.32 degrees north of the equator and 91.48 degrees west of the prime meridian.
Hardy elevation is 900 feet above sea level.
Hardy average annual rainfall is 42 inches per year
Hardy average annual snowfall is 7.6 inches per year.

Location

in northeast Arkansas
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History & History Related Items

As with many of the towns begun in the 1800’s, Hardy was also born thanks to the railroad. A few settlers lived here, but no real town existed until the railroad came through. The town was founded in 1883 and was named for James A. Hardy, Jr.. He was one of the railroad sub-contractors who saved the life of his boss.

Hardy became the county seat of the Northern District of Sharp County.. Evening Shade was the seat of the Southern District. In 1967, the two districts were combined with Ash Flat becoming the new County seat.
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Attractions

The Woodland Hills area is located within the city of Hardy.

Many of Hardy’s downtown buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places and this same area has basically retained its original look. The “modern” city has grown up on the ends of town. Main Street has many quaint shops and stores along with several museums. The area also has campgrounds, motels, bed & breakfast and cabins for those wishing to linger.

The Spring River runs near Main Street and offers many opportunities for outdoor activities. Two city parks are near the river
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Hardy City Government

City of Hardy
Phone: 870-856-3811
FAX: 856-4248 Email

Hardy Chamber

Spring River Area Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 1234
Hardy, Arkansas 72542
Phone: 870-856-3210
Serving Ash Flat, Cherokee Village, Hardy, Highland, Williford and surrounding area.

Hardy Organizations

Spring River Area Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 1234
Hardy, Arkansas 72542
Phone: 870-856-3210
Serving Ash Flat, Cherokee Village, Hardy, Highland, Williford and surrounding area.

Hardy Schools

Highland School District
Home of the Rebels!
P.O. Box 419
Hardy, Arkansas 72542
Phone: 870-856-3273
Fax: 870-856-2768