Wilson, Arkansas

The Australian Wine Dinner by Joseph Elliott and Steven Ouellette was one for the storybooks. Wish you were here. #wilsonarkansas #hospitality #wine #winespectator #smalltowns

Congratulations to Leo Antonovic for earning Leader of the Month. Wilson is known for its' pristine beauty. Leo is the architect of the beauty. Wish you were here.

We love Own Every Moment Celebrations! The only reason Wilson is leading the next generation of guest experience are the people who show up every day in our village and make an impact! Miss Tasha Brown, Miss Taylor, Miss Hannah, Mr Ian Dewar-Canosa and Mr Alex are amazing and continue to inspire, delight our record number of guests all while earning the highest Medallia scores in the luxury market. Wish you were here!

Walking is great for anyone, but especially business travelers visiting us. Even just a half mile a day from The Louis Hotel can significantly benefit your health. Disconnect. It encourages mindfulness. And it doesn't hurt when Mother Nature shows off as she routinely does in Wilson.

Croquet is known for its charm and strategic play. The Wilson court is located under 80 year old trees making it the pristine location for gatherings, and casual play. See you on the court!

The future arrived at The Louis today! So great to see the bus from Envirotech Vehicles, Inc. This beauty is purpose-built. Entirely electric. Zero-emissions and even zero-emissions drive train.

We are thrilled to announce Joseph Elliott has joined the team in Wilson as Executive Chef.  As Executive Chef for Wilson, Chef Elliott brings with him over 20 years of experience and a rich culinary knowledge inspired by a regional seed-to-table philosophy. Chef Joe also served in the US Army based in Finleyville, Pennsylvania. Chef Joe joins Wilson after displaying his legendary work ethic at historic properties including, Sea Island Company, Barnsley Resort, Oglebay and most recently the historic William Penn in Pittsburgh, an Omni Hotels & Resorts property. "From a very young age, I was intrigued by food having spent much of my young life in Mount Airy, North Carolina. I knew I always wanted to find my forever job, and today I achieved that by joining the team in Wilson, Arkansas.  My mom had me spend a lot of time in the Carolinas. We would eat poke salad, and each year after winter ended, the upland cress greens that my Grandaddy and I would pick, chicken & dumplings were a staple along with hot water corn bread & buttermilk and on holidays a sip or two of corn whiskey. My style of cooking is truly seasonal, regional & fresh with sustainability & heritage breeds in mind as I was raised by a southern mother. Food was a way to show love.  From the smells of meat sauce frying in my great grandma’s cast iron skillet. To the loud whistle of the pressure cooker filled with green beans & side meat. These were the sounds and tastes that have given my inspiration and passion to pass on my family traditions to each guest I have had the pleasure to cook. I am humbled, honored and excited to take the reins in Wilson." He studied Culinary Arts, graduating Cum Laude, at the Pennsylvania Institute of Culinary Arts and began his career in 1997 at Nemacolin in Farmington, Pennsylvania. He went on to hold positions at the Cloister at Sea Island in Georgia, The Founders Inn and Spa in Virginia, and The Lodge of Four Seasons in Missouri. Chef Elliott was instrumental in the revamping of The Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel’s restaurant and bar, and was a chef for the prestigious G20 summit, cooking for delegates from France, Germany and Turkey.

Our most cherished day each month is celebrating the team that is sculpting hospitality at the highest levels! We celebrated under the pecan tree, and it was simply gorgeous. We are so thankful and privileged to have such dedicated individuals driving innovation, inspiring each other, delighting guests, earning the highest Medallia scores in luxury hospitality all while upholding values and ethics.  Wish you were here!  Maurie Edwards - Leader of the Month, Front of House Brady McAdoo - Leader of the Month, Heart of House Paisley Ward - Associate of the Month, Front of House Ron England - Associate of the Month, Heart of House

Wilson has many masterpieces, but perhaps none more special than the sunsets which naturally pause our busy lives. Sometimes all you really need is a sunset, a good drink, and great friends. We wish you were here. #hospitality #tourism #travel #leadership #smalltowns #ruralcommunities

We love Filson in Wilson. Not because it rhymes, but because they have been around almost as long as we have. Filson started as a dry goods store. They outfitted the 1897 Alaskan Gold Rush with clothing and gear. Years ago, a similar store was housed in a historic building in the town square of Wilson which was becoming the agricultural empire of the world. Recently, that 100-year-old building was restored and renovated to create the luxury hotel, The Louis. In Washington, Filson renovated the historic Star Manufacturing building to become their world headquarters and two years later, their flagship retail store. If your father is mining for gold or if he just refuses to stay indoors, why not stop at White's Mercantile this Father's Day and grab Dad a gift from Filson. Because just like Wilson, it's built to last.