Press Release
May 1, 2026
Contact: David C. Reed
Fort Towson Historic Site, Oklahoma Historical Society
Office: 580-873-2634
[email protected]
okhistory.org/forttowson
Public Invited to Watch 24th Missouri Volunteer Infantry Reenacting Unit at Fort Towson Historic Site
FORT TOWSON, Okla. — On Saturday, May 16, the 24th Missouri Volunteer Infantry reenacting unit will be at the Fort Towson Historic Site. Members of the 24th Missouri will be participating in a muster at the post. They will take part in activities, such as drills, that help them with their own portrayal of history.
The public is invited to come and watch as the unit goes about its muster. When unit members are not busy with their own duties, visitors are free to ask questions. From 10 a.m. until about noon, visitors can watch the unit drill. At 1 p.m., the 24th Missouri will host a public program on 1860s military discipline. Visitors may also get a chance to see some period military cooking.
This event is free and open to the public, including entry to the museum at Fort Towson Historic Site. No registration is required.
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.
