Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for September 8, and notable births and deaths of native Arkansans born on this date. Information is drawn from state archives, historical societies, contemporary newspapers and other media archives, and legal records. Historical Arkansas events and birthdays occurring on September 8. ChatGPH has collected this data.
1865 – Fort Smith Council opens (post–Civil War Indian diplomacy). U.S. officials met with leaders of multiple Native nations at Fort Smith on September 8, 1865, launching negotiations that shaped Reconstruction-era Indian policy in Indian Territory adjoining Arkansas.
1965 – East Camden incorporated (Ouachita County). The City of East Camden was officially incorporated on September 8, 1965 — a Cold War–era community closely tied to defense manufacturing near Highland Industrial Park…