Pine Bluff is conveniently located in the mid-south region of Arkansas, and serves as the major trade center for the southeast portion of the state. With a population of 57,140, Pine Bluff has it all; a historic downtown district, outdoor recreation, attractions, a diverse manufacturing base and warm, friendly people. The cultural climate of Pine Bluff is healthy and breathes diversity. The Pine Bluff Convention Center is the state's largest meeting facility. The Arts and Science Center's brand new facility features exciting theatrical performances and workshops for children and adults. Pine Bluff also boasts the only Band Museum in the country, downtown murals depicting the history of Pine Bluff, a historical museum and a railroad museum. Recreational opportunities in Pine Bluff range from water sports and some of the best bass fishing in the state on the Arkansas River to golf or tennis. As host to 30-35 bass tournaments each year, Jefferson County Regional Park has earned Pine Bluff the nickname of "Bass Capital of the World." Pine Bluff is also well-known as a baseball town, hosting many national tournaments including high school, Babe Ruth and Little League. On the horizon is a multi million dollar Nature Center at Regional Park and the Arkansas entertainers hall of fame at the Pine Bluff Convention Center both of which will draw thousands to the area each year. Pine Bluff's quality educational facilities guide children from early years to college. The Pine Bluff School District includes elementary magnet schools to meet special interests in the fields of math, science, foreign language, communications, and fine and performing arts. The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is the second oldest public institution in the state of Arkansas, and the oldest with a black heritage. The newly accredited South East Arkansas College features technical career programs as well as a 2-year college curriculum. Agriculture is a mainstay in Pine Bluff.