Hanging Out in Hot Springs

We spent Monday and Tuesday in Hot Springs.  The hot waters from the spring are believed to have healing powers.  The bath houses were very popular in the early 1900's   There are seven of the original bath houses on Central avenue.  Mother chose the Buckstaff for their authentic bath experience (Nancy and Marlin opted out!)  It is a quirky town with some unique shops and folks!  I enjoyed the historical aspects of the town.  Here's a glimpse of Hot Springs . .

Inside the Fordyce Bath House which has been fully restored by the National Park Service.



Actual tubs used for bathing.

Carolyn had a bath spa and massage at the Buckstaff Bath which has been in operation since 1912

Dad caught a few z's while Mom bathed!

Water is 140 degrees - you can see the vapors

Row of bath houses in Hot Springs

Looking down on the Arlington Hotel - had dinner there on Tuesday

Lake Hamilton

This is the Hot Springs.  We got tickled watching a group of tourists with wash clothes dipping them in the water and washing their faces, arms, and legs.  Every store sells "jugs" that you can fill at different spots with water.