Hot Springs is the seat of Garland County in the US state of Arkansas. It is known by many things including being the home of former president Bill Clinton. The 2007 census estimated the population in Hot Springs to be 39,064. The name 'Hot Springs' alludes to the naturally flowing spring that runs at ground at a temperature of around 147 F or 64 C. The national park found in the city is the oldest Federal Reserve in the US. The springs have also helped make Hot Springs into a popular spa destination.

The American civil war left the city with a declining bathing population and a majority of its residents fled to Texas or Louisiana. After the war, the city underwent extensive rebuilding that focused on the incorporation of bathhouses and hotels that attracted tourists from neighboring cities and states. The 1913 fire that swept through the city damaged an estimated $10,000,000 or property across 60 blocks. Known for being a Mecca of illegal gambling, which was established during the civil war, the city was torn into warring factions. The city government official quelled the local gambling scene by 1967.

Aside form former president Bill Clinton, the city is also home to other notable residents including actors Billy Bob Thronton and Alan Ladd. Decorated World War II aviators Earl T. Ricks and I.G. Brown also hailed from Hot Springs. Infamous gangsters Lucky Luciano and Owney Madden also made Hot Springs their home.

Attractions in Hot Springs include Bathhouse Row, which consists of 8 historic buildings. Two of the bathhouses remain in operation in Bathhouse Row and they are The Buckstaff and Quapaw.