The Arkansas River Historical Society is dedicated to the preservation of the history of the Arkansas River. The society operates a museum, which has exhibits on the history of the Arkansas River and McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System, regional benefits of the waterway, steamboat lore, cargo shipped on the waterway, and archeology. The society also operates the Jon R. Stewart Park, which includes the M/V Charlie Border towboat, and the Oklahoma Maritime Education Center.

The society offers exhibits, presentations in the education center, and guided tours of the museum. The website offers a photo gallery of the river, a history of the Arkansas River, and visitor information regarding the museum and park.