
Gravette
is a quiet friendly town, population about 2000, nestled in the northwest corner
of Arkansas. Located just 17 miles west of Bentonville at the junction of state
highways 72 and 59.

Ellis Tillman Gravett, Founder
Founded as a city in 1893 by Ellis Tillman
Gravett, it has grown from a primarily farming community to include manufacturing
and services. The Gravette School system has a large enrollment. A new high school
of contemporary design is located east of the City on Highway 72 and was dedicated
early in September 2006.