OHS Board of Directors Elections and Nominations

The Oklahoma Historical Society is governed by a 25-member board of directors. Thirteen are elected by the members of the Oklahoma Historical Society and twelve are appointed by the governor of Oklahoma. OHS membership elects one member from each OHS membership district and seven members at large. The governor appoints one member from each membership district, and appoints six additional members at large.

More information about the Oklahoma Historical Society Board of Directors is available in the OHS Constitution and Bylaws (PDF).

Election and Nomination Timeline

Elections are typically held in the spring. Ballots and information about nominees are mailed to current OHS members in March; ballots must be received by a specified date in April.

All board members must reside in Oklahoma and have been a member of the Oklahoma Historical Society for two years. Nominations for individuals meeting these basic criteria will be included for consideration by the Nominating Committee. The Nominating Committee shall receive nominations until October 15 of the year preceding the election year.

Online Nomination Form

You may also download the printable nomination form (PDF) and mail it to the address on the form.