Step Inside the Chaffee Barbershop and Military Museum

Описание: Step inside one of Fort Smith’s hidden gems—the Chaffee Barbershop and Military Museum, formerly known by many as the Elvis Barbershop Museum. In this episode, Cassie takes us on a guided tour through the museum’s rich military heritage, including the iconic moment when Elvis Presley received his famous GI haircut. Explore personal stories of soldiers, the base’s World War II significance, Fort Chaffee’s refugee history from Indochina and Cuba, and the evolving role of this Arkansas landmark. Whether you’re a history buff or a fan of Elvis, there’s something for everyone to discover in this immersive and heartfelt tribute to Fort Chaffee’s legacy.

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Relevant Links:
• Fort Chaffee Barbershop Museum: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/for...
• Fort Smith Museum of History: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/for...
• Chaffee Crossing Historic District: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/cha...
• Fort Smith National Historic Site: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/for...
• Janet Huckabee Nature Center (near Chaffee): https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/jan...

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Chapters:

00:00 – Welcome to the Chaffee Museum
00:38 – Elvis Presley’s GI Haircut
01:50 – Inside the Barbershop
03:10 – Elvis Artifacts and Letters
04:40 – Fort Chaffee Military History
05:56 – WWII and Local Soldiers
07:15 – Rosie Young’s Patch Quilt
08:33 – Stories Embedded in the Walls
09:12 – Refugees at Fort Chaffee
09:55 – Fort Chaffee Today
10:33 – Gift Shop & Volunteer Opportunities
11:05 – Closing Invitation