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June 2019
Tracing Your Roots intermediate genealogy class
The Chisholm Trail Museum will offer a series of classes designed to teach genealogy skills and resources, from the basics through advanced research. Topics include beginning genealogical research, record keeping, census records, accessing newspapers, American Indian genealogical research, accessing Oklahoma Historical Society archival information, identifying tools for success, and more. The class will be led by Laura Martin, deputy director of the Oklahoma Historical Society Research Division. Registration for this class is $25 per person and $40 per pair. Please contact…
Find out more »August 2019
Traditional Trades Day
Join us at the Chisholm Trail Museum and explore several traditional trades and skills on Saturday, August 31, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Traditional trades and skills were the lifeblood of the community for decades, and craftsmen provided the items necessary for everyday life. Come explore a variety of trades and skills including woodworking, blacksmithing, fiber arts, laundry, and more. This family-friendly event is free.
Find out more »October 2019
Chuck Wagon Gathering and Dinner
Join us at the Chisholm Trail Museum for a day filled with cowboy fun on Saturday, October 5. Drop in and see a variety of working chuck wagons from across the region as they prepare some of their favorite dishes. Daytime activities include music, Dutch oven cooking demonstrations, blacksmithing, Straka longhorns, and more. Daytime activities run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The museum will close at 4 p.m. to prepare for dinner. Tickets are available in advance for the…
Find out more »November 2019
Lawn Social and Dance
This event has been rescheduled for November 2. Join the Chisholm Trail Museum for our fall lawn social and dance at Horizon Hill, the home of territorial governor A. J. Seay. This free event will be held Saturday, November 2, from 6 to 9 p.m. Lawn socials and dances were a common activity in Oklahoma Territory in the 1890s after. Activities will include lawn games, music, dancing, a cake walk, pie auction, and more. Dance instructions will be provided.
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