Press Release
February 18, 2026
Contact: Jessica Brogdon
Oklahoma Historical Society
Office: 405-522-0780
[email protected]
okhistory.org/awardsbanquet
Lawmakers From Tulsa and Bristow to Receive Guardian of History Award From Oklahoma Historical Society
OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma Sen. Dana Prieto from Tulsa and Rep. Kyle Hilbert from Bristow will receive the Guardian of History award from the Oklahoma Historical Society at the annual awards banquet on Thursday, March 19, at 6 p.m. at the Oklahoma History Center in Oklahoma City.
The award recognizes elected officials who provide outstanding support for the OHS’ mission to collect, preserve and share Oklahoma’s unique and fascinating history. Recipients of the award recognize the critical role the OHS plays as a state agency and are vocal proponents of its continued success. Sen. Prieto and Rep. Hilbert will both receive a plaque of recognition.
Tickets can be purchased online. Guests are asked to RSVP by Monday, March 9. Steven W. Taylor, former chief justice of the Oklahoma Supreme Court, will be the keynote speaker. OHS Board Member T. S. Akers will serve as emcee for the event. For more information or to inquire about sponsorship opportunities, please contact State Historian Matthew Pearce at [email protected].
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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