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Stories from the Delta, updates from the inn, and tales of Southern hospitality

April 13, 2026·the-inn

The House That Outlasted Its Fortune: 122 Years at 317 Biscoe Street

Built in 1904 with cotton money that collapsed by 1917, the William A. Short House has survived as a funeral home, apartments, a rehabilitation center, and — since 1984 — the Edwardian Inn. Here is what historic actually means.

January 23, 2026·winter storm

Critical Winter Storm Alert: Helena Delta Faces Catastrophic Ice - Power Outages Expected

Historic ice storm approaching Helena & Arkansas Delta. Up to 1+ inch of ice accumulation forecast. Power outages likely for days. Shelter available at The Edwardian Inn.

January 15, 2026·mile-zero

Mile Zero: Helena's New Adventure Celebration Launches April 11, 2026

Adventure comes home to Helena with Mile Zero on April 11—cycling, running, paddling, and birding in a rally-style celebration of everything that makes the Delta special.

December 20, 2025·Delta Heritage Trail

Discover Arkansas' Delta Heritage Trail: Your Ultimate Cycling Adventure Basecamp

Explore Arkansas' longest rail-to-trail cycling adventure. The Edwardian Inn in Helena offers the perfect basecamp for the 84.5-mile Delta Heritage Trail journey.

December 18, 2025·website launch

A Fresh Digital Home: The Edwardian Inn Unveils Our New Website After 41 Years of Delta Hospitality

After 41 years of welcoming guests to our Helena Arkansas bed and breakfast, we're excited to share our new digital home - the foundation for serving you better.