Land of My Family: Oklahoma
The Oklahoma Museum of History invites you to visit Tierra de mi Familia: Oklahoma, a new exhibit that tells the story of Latino immigration to Oklahoma from territorial times to present day. Tierra de mi Familia: Oklahoma is now on exhibit in the Inasmuch Foundation Gallery at the Oklahoma History Center.
The Martinez family, who has lived in Oklahoma City since the early 1920s, shared one of the many interesting stories for this exhibit. Fleeing Pancho Villa and the violence of the revolution in Mexico, Gregorio and Dominga Martinez made their way to Oklahoma City after a short time in Lawton. Along with personal stories, the exhibit displays artifacts that individuals brought with them to Oklahoma such as a traditional food preparation tools, musical instruments, and traditional clothing, as well as artifacts from the museum's collections.
The title of this exhibit, Tierra de mi Familia: Oklahoma, was inspired by the title of a pen and ink piece by local artist Bernie Martinez. Oklahoma has become the adopted land of many families, and as we grow toward our future, we can learn the fascinating stories that brought us here.
Spanish Language Gallery Guide
How You Can Help
Researching the history of Latinos in Oklahoma revealed that Latinos are not only underrepresented in museum exhibits, but in our archives and collections as well. Donations of artifacts and archives are essential to preserving our heritage, and sharing these stories with others in the future.
Special Thanks To:
Oklahoma Folklife Council
Hispanic Resource Center, Tulsa City-County Library
Greater Oklahoma City Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Tulsa Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
El Nacional de Oklahoma
Viva Oklahoma – OPUBCO
Nuestra Communidad
National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
Latin-American Cultural Center
Tulsa Community College Hispanic Student Association
