Press Release
April 17, 2024
Contact: Jennifer Lynch
Pioneer Woman Museum and Statue, Oklahoma Historical Society
Office: 580-765-6108
jennifer.lynch@history.ok.gov
www.pioneerwomanmuseum.com
“Dirt Tells the Story of Our History” Talk Planned at Pioneer Woman Museum
PONCA CITY, Okla. — The Pioneer Woman Museum and Statue will host Christina Rich-Splawn for an event on Saturday, April 27, from 3-4 p.m. titled “Dirt Tells the Story of Our History.”
Rich-Splawn will talk about her passion for archaeology and history. She will also display some artifacts and discuss archaeological digs that she has attended. There will also be a discussion about the importance of maintaining, interpreting and honoring our prehistoric and historic sites. The event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.
The Pioneer Woman Museum is located at 701 Monument Rd. in Ponca City. For more information, please call 580-765-6108 or visit their website, www.pioneerwomanmuseum.com.
The Pioneer Woman Museum and Statue is a division of the Oklahoma Historical Society. The mission of the Oklahoma Historical Society is to collect, preserve and share the history and culture of the state of Oklahoma and its people. Founded in 1893 by members of the Territorial Press Association, the OHS maintains museums, historic sites and affiliates across the state. Through its research archives, exhibits, educational programs and publications the OHS chronicles the rich history of Oklahoma. For more information about the OHS, please visit www.okhistory.org.
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Editor’s Note: Photos of the Pioneer Woman Museum and Statue are available upon request.
