Little Italy, Arkansas


Established initially as Alta Villa by Italian immigrants in 1915, Little Italy is an unincorporated community in Pulaski and Perry counties in the U.S. state of Arkansas. The culturally rich and historically significant hamlet is located in high terrain along Arkansas Highway 300 amidst the northeastern foothills of the Ouachita Mountains bestriding Wye Mountain and Kryer Mountain. As part of a multi-decade heritage preservation effort, its residents are currently seeking status as an incorporated municipality.

Other historically Italian settlements in Arkansas

Sunnyside Plantation, Arkansas
Tontitown, Arkansas

Additional related information

Italian diaspora
Little Italy