Mountain View, Arkansas
Set up in the 1870s, the town of Mountain View, AR is renowned for the conservation of folkways and customary music. Music is not only the essence and inspiration for the locals but also a major draw for the town’s visitors. Besides that, Mountain View boasts of several music stores, antique shops and eating joints like Tommy’s Famous Pizza and Jo Jo’s Catfish. Tourists can also experience a slice of the local traditions at the Ozark Folk Center State Park, which safeguards Ozark legacy in music, crafts, and herbs.