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Discover the Cowie Wine Cellars & Museum in Arkansas

Located in Paris, Arkansas, the Cowie Wine Cellars & Museum offers visitors a distinctive blend of historic preservation and modern winemaking in the Arkansas River Valley. This immersive Winery & Wine Museum Tour explores restored 19th-century wine cellars, antique winemaking artifacts, and a working winery that continues the region’s viticultural legacy. Guests tour the museum exhibits before enjoying a guided tasting of Cowie wines.
Why it’s special: Cowie uniquely combines a fully curated wine museum with active wine production, preserving Arkansas’s winemaking heritage while crafting contemporary wines.

History & Story of Cowie Wine Cellars

The stone cellars that house Cowie Wine Cellars date back to the late 1800s, originally built by early settlers who recognized the region’s grape-growing potential. The property was later restored and reopened as both a winery and a museum dedicated to Arkansas wine history. Today, Cowie celebrates traditional techniques while producing a range of modern wines under the same historic roof.

What You’ll See & Do at the Cowie Wine Cellars & Museum

Explore historic underground stone wine cellars
View antique winemaking tools and artifacts
Learn about Arkansas’s early immigrant wine traditions
Tour active fermentation and bottling areas
Enjoy a guided tasting of Cowie wines

Hands-On Elements: Guided tasting with explanations of regional varietals and historic production methods.
Photo/Video Policy: Photography allowed in museum and tasting areas; restricted in certain production spaces.
Souvenirs & Extras: Winery shop offering bottled wines, gift items, museum-themed souvenirs, and local products.

Pricing of the Cowie Wine Cellars & Museum

Adult price: $10 per adult
Includes museum admission and wine tasting. Participants must be 21+ for tastings.

Visiting information

Duration: 60–90 minutes
Age limits: All ages welcome in museum; 21+ only for tastings
Accessibility: Limited accessibility in historic cellar areas due to stairs and uneven floors
Working hours: Open Wednesday–Saturday 10:00 AM–5:00 PM; Sunday 12:00 PM–5:00 PM; Monday–Tuesday Closed.

Nearby

Mount Magazine State Park
Paris Town Square
Ozark National Forest

FAQs About Visiting the Cowie Wine Cellars & Museum

Are the wine cellars original historic structures?
Yes. The stone cellars date back to the 19th century and have been carefully restored.

Is the museum included with tasting admission?
Yes. The ticket includes access to both the wine museum and a guided tasting.

Do I need to book in advance?
Walk-ins are generally welcome, though groups should call ahead.

What types of wines are produced at Cowie?
Cowie produces a range of sweet, semi-sweet, and dry wines reflecting Arkansas’s wine heritage.

Is this suitable for visitors interested in history rather than wine?
Absolutely. The museum provides extensive historical context even for non-tasting visitors.