Arkansas Boys State

🌟 Inspiring Leaders Since 1940

Arkansas Boys State is a one-of-a-kind, week-long summer experience that transforms high school juniors into the next generation of leaders. Sponsored by the American Legion, this immersive civics program has shaped trailblazers like President Bill Clinton, Governor Mike Huckabee, and U.S. Senators Tom Cotton and John Boozman.

🏛️ Learn Leadership by Doing

• Run for office, draft legislation, and solve real-world challenges.
• Build relationships with peers from across the state.
• Gain firsthand experience in civic responsibility and leadership.

🔑 Why It Matters

Arkansas ranks last in voter participation, but we believe in the power of engaged citizens to create a brighter future. Arkansas Boys State equips young men with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to lead — because “Democracy Depends on Me.”