Quick take
- Keep Texarkana Beautiful began work on the Museum of Regional History courtyard, a project expected to take about two weeks, TXK Today reported Oct. 26.
- The work adds native pollinator plants, signs, irrigation and retaining walls.
- Partners include the Texarkana Museums System and landscape architect Bryan Callaway.
- Money comes from Community Development Corporation funds through the City of Texarkana, Texas, and an Arkansas Community Foundation grant. A water feature, lighting and a trash and recycling bin are planned later.
The courtyard at the Museum of Regional History in Texarkana is getting a makeover. Keep Texarkana Beautiful has started about two weeks of work there, TXK Today reported Monday.
What’s going in
- Native plants that attract pollinators
- New signs
- Irrigation
- Retaining walls
The group is working with the Texarkana Museums System and landscape architect Bryan Callaway, according to TXK Today. Later plans include a water feature, lighting and a trash and recycling bin.
Who’s paying
The project is paid for with Community Development Corporation money through the City of Texarkana, Texas, and a grant from the Arkansas Community Foundation, TXK Today reported.