Press Release
May 20, 2025
Contact: Calista Stephens
Fort Towson Historic Site, Oklahoma Historical Society
Office: 580-873-2634
[email protected]
okhistory.org/forttowson
Public Invited to Tour Fort Towson Historic Site at Night on June 7
FORT TOWSON, Okla. — The Fort Towson Historic Site will host a nighttime guided summer tour of the grounds on Saturday, June 7, from 8:30-9:30 p.m. Staff will lead guests through parts of the expansive property in a rare chance for visitors to be on site after dark.
Guests will follow a historian around parts of the site and learn more about the history of the post. The historian’s narration will expand beyond what can be read in the museum’s exhibits and the site’s signage. Beginning at the museum, the tour will walk to the center of the parade ground and learn about the basic timeline of Fort Towson’s history. After concluding this part of the tour, the historian will lead attendees along the main structures’ foundations, where the group will stop in front of each and hear more about the buildings that once stood there. Guests will also learn about various people who were at Fort Towson and activities that were often part of daily life. The tour will make its way to the recreated sutler store before concluding at the museum.
The fort was vital to the westward expansion of the United States from 1824 until it was closed in 1854. Today, the site is home to a visitor center, museum, reconstructed sutler store, covered picnic area and walking trail of the historic ruins.
The cost of the night tour is $10 per person. Attendees should wear appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. Bug spray is also recommended. Flashlights will be allowed while walking between stops.
For more information, call 580-873-2634 or email [email protected]. The Fort Towson Historic Site is located at 896 N. 4375 Rd. in Fort Towson.
Fort Towson Historic Site 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 okhistory.org.
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Editor’s Note: Photos of the Fort Towson Historic Site are available upon request.
