Oklahoma History Center Open July 4th

Contact: Michael Dean
(405) 522-5241

Oklahoma City, OK
June 25, 2009
For Immediate Release

Celebrate the independence of our nation by bringing the family to the Oklahoma History Center July 4th and learn about our state while we celebrate our nation's birthday. The Oklahoma History Center is located at 2401 N. Laird Avenue, just east of the State Capitol on N. E. 23rd Street. The Center will be open July 4th from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The Oklahoma History Center is hosting a special exhibit entitled "Another Hot Oklahoma Night: A Rock & Roll Exhibit." The exhibit explores the Rock and Roll artists, radio stations, personalities, venues, and fans that have called Oklahoma home. Beyond the facts of each story, the exhibit shows how growing up in Oklahoma affected the music. These stories are displayed in an innovative style to encourage visitor participation and ensure our visitors will take away a new perspective on the history of Rock and Roll in Oklahoma.

The Oklahoma History Center is open Monday thru Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sundays from Noon to 5:00 p.m. Admission to the Oklahoma History Center is: Adults - $5, seniors (age 62 +) $4, students - $3, children five and under are admitted free. The History Center features a special family rate of $15 per family. Annual memberships are also available.