The Daisy Airgun Museum in historic downtown Rogers turned out to be a really interesting stop on…read moreour Northwest Arkansas road trip. The museum is dedicated to preserving the history of Daisy Manufacturing and its famous BB guns, with the company's story stretching back more than 140 years.
Inside, there is a surprising amount to see for a smaller museum. The displays take you through different eras of Daisy history with vintage BB guns, early models, old advertisements, photographs, catalogs, Red Ryder memorabilia, and some really unique pieces. I especially enjoyed seeing how the designs changed over the decades, along with the colorful 1920s and 1930s advertising and the impressive Daisy .50 caliber rifle exhibit.
One of the coolest parts is outside the museum--the World's Largest Daisy BB Gun. The massive 25-foot-tall sculpture was installed in 2021 and makes for a great photo stop before or after visiting the museum.
Overall, this was a fun and unexpected stop in Rogers. Even if you aren't a BB gun collector, there is plenty of American history, nostalgia, advertising, and craftsmanship to appreciate. The exhibits are well organized, there is a lot packed into the space, and it was interesting learning how Daisy became such an iconic American brand. Definitely worth checking out while exploring downtown Rogers.