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City	Monticello
State	Arkansas (AR)
County	Drew County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	33.628997
Longitude	-91.790964
Population	8,442
Density	299.3 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	71655, 71656, 71657
Area Code	870
County Seat	Monticello
School District	Monticello School District

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About Monticello, Arkansas

Monticello is a locality in Drew County, Arkansas, United States. It has a population of approximately 8,442. The population density is 299.3 people per km². Monticello is located at 33.6290°N, 91.7910°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Monticello is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 71655, 71656, 71657.

Monticello reveals itself across a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of Godfrey Creek, which traces a path through the land with a steady, unassuming purpose. It lies 43.2 miles south-southeast of Pine Bluff, AR (from Pine Bluff, AR: bearing 164°T), and is situated 15.8 miles east of Warren. The air here holds the heavy, golden warmth of a long afternoon, settling over fields that stretch toward the distant silhouette of Gravel Ridge on the horizon. Monticello benefits from the proximity of Dura Craft Lake, a mirror for the sky that sits just two miles away in the quiet basin. The terrain rises and falls in subtle, rhythmic swells, covered in the dense, verdant patterns of pine and hardwood forests. At the center of the grid, Monticello Square serves as a focal point where the light catches the leaves of native trees during the slow transition into dusk.

Industry in Monticello has long been anchored by the timber trade, a legacy carved from the surrounding woods that continue to provide both raw material and economic stability. Local commerce thrives on the steady output of wood products, alongside agricultural ventures that capitalize on the fertile earth of the region. Education functions as a vital pillar of the local economy, drawing students and researchers who contribute to the ongoing development of the area. Small businesses line the streets, reflecting a habit of self-reliance that has defined the working life of residents for generations. The rhythm of the work day matches the slow movement of the clouds, prioritizing durability and the practical application of local resources.

Cultural identity in Monticello is shaped by a tradition of hospitality and a deep-seated connection to the land that resists the frantic pace of larger metropolitan hubs. Monticello Square acts as the primary venue for seasonal gatherings, where the community congregates under the shade of mature canopies to mark the progression of the year. The town carries the influence of those who have moved through its streets, including the distinguished writer Maya Angelou, who spent formative years in the region and absorbed the vernacular and spirit of the landscape. Local life is punctuated by the presence of the university, which introduces a scholarly curiosity to the prevailing atmosphere of quiet industry. Every evening, the cooling shadows offer a moment of reflection, grounding the residents in the familiar, steady beauty of their environment.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Monticello Square (Local Park) — 0.0 mi, 004° N
Monticello Confederate Monument (Monument) — 0.6 mi, 313° NW
James T. Jordan Municipal Park (State Park) — 0.6 mi, 074° E
Mccloy Park (State Park) — 0.7 mi, 218° SW
Western Pines Park (Local Park) — 1.6 mi, 289° W
Boll Weevil Bell (Monument) — 2.8 mi, 204° SW
Weevil Walk Trail Entrance & Alumni Monument (Monument) — 2.8 mi, 204° SW
University of Arkansas at Monticello Fine Arts Center (Theatre) — 2.9 mi, 202° S
Monticello Sports Complex (Local Recreation) — 4.7 mi, 275° W
Warren Prairie 12 (Plum Creek) (State Conservation Area) — 9.6 mi, 245° SW
Seven Devils (State Conservation Area) — 10.2 mi, 106° E
Felsenthal National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 26.8 mi, 058° NE · 147k acres
Dale Bumpers White River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 34.3 mi, 039° NE · 314k acres
Saracen Cinema 8 (Cinema) — 41.4 mi, 346° N
Greenville History Museum (Museum) — 44.7 mi, 109° E
Greenville Cypress Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 45.0 mi, 112° E
Torii Hunter Baseball Complex (Stadium) — 45.1 mi, 343° N
Torii Hunter Softball Complex (Stadium) — 45.2 mi, 343° N
E.E. Bass Cultural Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 45.2 mi, 110° E
Charlie Capps WMA (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 50.5 mi, 071° E
McCollum-Chidester House Museum (Museum) — 60.7 mi, 267° W
Martin & Sue King Railroad Museum (Museum) — 61.9 mi, 082° E
St. Charles Museum (Museum) — 63.7 mi, 036° NE
Dockery Farms (Attraction) — 67.9 mi, 084° E
Kisatchie National Forest (National Forest) — 72.2 mi, 229° SW · 607k acres
Poverty Point World Heritage Site (Museum) — 72.2 mi, 162° S
Chez Fur Fiber Farm (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 75.4 mi, 310° NW
Delta National Forest (National Forest) — 77.4 mi, 134° SE · 61k acres
Brown Auditorium (Theatre) — 77.9 mi, 192° S

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