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May 2022
Section 106: Archaeological Documentation in Oklahoma virtual workshop
The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) will host a Section 106 virtual workshop series from May 9 to May 12. All sessions will take place from 10 a.m. to noon. Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides that Federal agencies must consider the effect of their undertakings on archeological and historic properties listed in or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. The Section 106 workshop series is designed for preservation professionals, government agency representatives, and concerned…
Find out more »Section 106: Tribal Consultation virtual workshop
The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) will host a Section 106 virtual workshop series from May 9 to May 12. All sessions will take place from 10 a.m. to noon. Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act provides that Federal agencies must consider the effect of their undertakings on archeological and historic properties listed in or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. The Section 106 workshop series is designed for preservation professionals, government agency representatives, and concerned…
Find out more »Quilting workshop with Martha Ray
Visit the Sod House Museum southeast of Aline for a quilting workshop on Saturday. The workshop will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. with instructor Martha Ray, and the cost is $5 per person. For more information, please contact Director Renee Trindle at 580-463-2441 or sodhouse@history.ok.gov.
Find out more »Second Saturday Demo: Herb Gardening
Fort Towson Historic Site will host the next program in its Second Saturday Demo series to teach about the practice of growing an herb garden on Saturday, May 14, from 1 to 3 p.m. This program will be led by master gardeners Jean Maninger and Billie Paskin. Fort Towson had three main gardens from 1824 to 1854: the hospital garden, the officers’ garden, and the company garden. Growing herbs and fresh vegetables at the fort provided soldiers with important vitamins and…
Find out more »Working with the National Register of Historic Places workshop
The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) will host a two-session workshop series on May 16 and 17. Both sessions will take place from 10 a.m. to noon.
The National Register of Historic Places is the foundation of the SHPO's programs, and a basic understanding of the register is essential for those involved in historic preservation at all levels of government and in the private sector. The workshop provides detailed information about the National Register criteria, what listing means, the rights of property owners in the nomination process, tips for preparing successful nominations, and much more.
Find out more »Working with the National Register of Historic Places workshop
The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) will host a two-session workshop series on May 16 and 17. Both sessions will take place from 10 a.m. to noon.
The National Register of Historic Places is the foundation of the SHPO's programs, and a basic understanding of the register is essential for those involved in historic preservation at all levels of government and in the private sector. The workshop provides detailed information about the National Register criteria, what listing means, the rights of property owners in the nomination process, tips for preparing successful nominations, and much more.
Find out more »Tax Credits for Certified Rehabilitation of Historic Structures virtual workshop
The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) will host a virtual three-session Tax Credit workshop series from May 18 to May 20. All sessions will take place from 10 a.m. to noon.
Participants will learn about the federal and state investment tax credits for certified rehabilitation of a certified historic structure.
Tax Credits for Certified Rehabilitation of Historic Structures virtual workshop
The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) will host a virtual three-session Tax Credit workshop series from May 18 to May 20. All sessions will take place from 10 a.m. to noon.
Participants will learn about the federal and state investment tax credits for certified rehabilitation of a certified historic structure.
Tax Credits for Certified Rehabilitation of Historic Structures virtual workshop
The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) will host a virtual three-session Tax Credit workshop series from May 18 to May 20. All sessions will take place from 10 a.m. to noon.
Participants will learn about the federal and state investment tax credits for certified rehabilitation of a certified historic structure.
Volunteer Training Day
The Henry and Anna Overholser Mansion, in partnership with Preservation Oklahoma, will host a volunteer training day on Saturday, May 21, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Have you ever wanted to give tours of a historic house museum? Maybe giving tours is not your cup of tea, but helping with maintaining the splendor of a historic home is more your speed. Or perhaps you would prefer to volunteer for events. This program will cover a number of options…
Find out more »Make and Take Workshop: Haymaker’s Punch
Join us for History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip on Saturday, May 21 for a special Make & Take Workshop! We are making switchel, or "haymaker's punch" in the historic Humphrey Heritage Village. By the 19th century, switchel was a popular drink among farmers. The beverage was often drank during hot, summer days while working out in the fields so laborers would stay hydrated and refreshed while they worked. Tickets are $20 per person and availability is limited. So, sign…
Find out more »June 2022
Quilting workshop with Martha Ray
Visit the Sod House Museum southeast of Aline for a quilting workshop on Saturday. The workshop will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. with instructor Martha Ray, and the cost is $5 per person. For more information, please contact Director Renee Trindle at 580-463-2441 or sodhouse@history.ok.gov.
Find out more »Barn Quilt workshop **class is full**
Join us at the Chisholm Trail Museum on Saturday, June 11 for our Barn Quilt workshop. Barn quilts are not made of fabric, but are instead square-shaped boards painted to resemble a quilt block. The colorful wooden patterns are placed on the exteriors of structures and have evolved into a rural development initiative to boost tourism in communities all across the United States. Oklahoma State University Extension Educator Lindy Hoel will lead this workshop, where each participant will complete their…
Find out more »“Shut the Door! Barns in Oklahoma: Use of Stone and Bank Barns in Oklahoma” webinar
The State Historic Preservation Office is hosting a webinar series entitled "Shut the Door! Barns in Oklahoma" featuring presenters who specialize in barn history, construction, and restoration. On Tuesday, June 28, the topic will be "Use of Stone and Bank Barns in Oklahoma." These presentations will be held on the last Tuesday of every other month, beginning at 6 p.m. The webinars will be limited to the first 100 registrants. August 30 - "Signs of Ethnicity and Adaption in Oklahoma…
Find out more »July 2022
Market Basket workshop with Linda Lou Alexander *canceled*
The Market Basket workshop previously scheduled for July 9 at Fort Towson Historic Site has been canceled.
Find out more »Quilting workshop with Martha Ray
Visit the Sod House Museum southeast of Aline for a quilting workshop on Saturday. The workshop will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. with instructor Martha Ray, and the cost is $5 per person. For more information, please contact Director Renee Trindle at 580-463-2441 or sodhouse@history.ok.gov.
Find out more »Oklahoma Summer Social Studies Conference
The Oklahoma Summer Social Studies Conference will be held in person on Tuesday, July 26, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the Oklahoma History Center. "The Oklahoma Summer Social Studies Coalition is a partnership of organizations working together to provide relevant educator training and resources to prepare students for success in today’s world." There will be a wide variety of conference sessions available at this event, along with multiple vendors and resources to help teachers prepare for the next school year!…
Find out more »National History Day Boot Camp – in person and virtual
The Oklahoma History Center will host a National History Day Boot Camp on Thursday, July 28, from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. This workshop will show middle and high school teachers how to bring project-based learning and critical thinking skills into their classrooms through the adaptable curriculum of the National History Day program for students grades 6–12. The workshop cost is $10 for Oklahoma Historical Society members and $15 for non-members. The class will take place in the Musser Learning…
Find out more »August 2022
Quilting workshop with Martha Ray
Visit the Sod House Museum southeast of Aline for a quilting workshop on Saturday. The workshop will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. with instructor Martha Ray, and the cost is $5 per person. For more information, please contact Director Renee Trindle at 580-463-2441 or sodhouse@history.ok.gov.
Find out more »Mushroom Growing workshop
On Saturday, August 13, the Fort Towson Historic Site will host a free mushroom-growing workshop from 1 to 3 p.m. Participants will be learning how the safely grow, harvest, and enjoy mushrooms at home. The class will be led by Midnight Mushroom Company owner Michael Schatte of Burleson, Texas. He will be teaching methods for safely growing, storing, and enjoying Oyster and Lion’s Mane variety mushrooms at home with basic tools. Mushroom growing kits will be available for purchase or…
Find out more »“Shut the Door! Barns in Oklahoma: Signs of Ethnicity and Adaptation in Oklahoma Barns” webinar
The State Historic Preservation Office is hosting a webinar series entitled "Shut the Door! Barns in Oklahoma" featuring presenters who specialize in barn history, construction, and restoration. On Tuesday, August 30, the topic will be "Signs of Ethnicity and Adaptation in Oklahoma Barns." These presentations will be held on the last Tuesday of every other month, beginning at 6 p.m. The webinars will be limited to the first 100 registrants. October 25 - "Oklahoma's Special Purpose Barns and Farm Structures"…
Find out more »September 2022
Quilting workshop with Martha Ray
Visit the Sod House Museum southeast of Aline for a quilting workshop on Saturday. The workshop will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. with instructor Martha Ray, and the cost is $5 per person. For more information, please contact Director Renee Trindle at 580-463-2441 or sodhouse@history.ok.gov.
Find out more »October 2022
OkNHD Library Day
Join us for our annual OkNHD Library Day at the Oklahoma History Center on Thursday, October 6, 2022. Students will research in the library and attend workshops for help with their projects. OkNHD Library Day is free for teachers, students, and chaperones! The fee for this program is included with the cost of admission. Registration opens on August 25 and closes on September 29.
Find out more »Quilting workshop with Martha Ray
Visit the Sod House Museum southeast of Aline for a quilting workshop on Saturday. The workshop will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. with instructor Martha Ray, and the cost is $5 per person. For more information, please contact Director Renee Trindle at 580-463-2441 or sodhouse@history.ok.gov.
Find out more »Make and Take: Ammo Crate
Participants will have the opportunity to build their own Civil War–style wooden ammo crate on Saturday, October 15, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Honey Springs Battlefield. In this outdoor class, led by instructor Jake Krumwiede, participants will walk through the easy steps of piecing together a sturdy storage crate from pre-cut panels using light construction techniques. To register for this class or to get more information, contact Honey Springs Battlefield at honeysprings@history.ok.gov or adam.lynn@history.ok.gov, or call 918-617-7125. The workshop…
Find out more »“Introduction to the Basics of Survival” workshop
On Saturday, October 22, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Fort Towson Historic Site will host “Introduction to the Basics of Survival,” a workshop facilitated by Todd Branda. Todd Branda, a veteran and McCurtain County medical transport pilot, will lead the class. He will provide valuable information about applying first aid, locating water, reading a compass, navigating toward safety, building shelters, starting fires, and signaling for help. Branda’s perspective and training make him an ideal candidate to teach others how…
Find out more »“Shut the Door! Barns in Oklahoma: Oklahoma’s Special Purpose Barns and Farm Structures” webinar
The State Historic Preservation Office is hosting a webinar series entitled "Shut the Door! Barns in Oklahoma" featuring presenters who specialize in barn history, construction, and restoration. On Tuesday, October 25, the topic will be "Oklahoma's Special Purpose Barns and Farm Structures." These presentations will be held on the last Tuesday of every other month, beginning at 6 p.m. The webinars will be limited to the first 100 registrants. December 27 - "The Significance of Barns in the Oklahoma Cultural…
Find out more »Cemetery Symbols: Carved in Stone
Join the Oklahoma History Center to explore the meaning behind historic gravestones on Saturday, October 29, from 1 to 3 p.m. Gravestones and cemeteries are rich in a language of symbols whose meaning changes over time. This in-person class for ages 16 and up will provide the skills necessary to investigate the past through tombstones. This program will take place in the Musser Learning Lab at the Oklahoma History Center. Registration closes on October 20.
Find out more »November 2022
Cast-Iron Cooking class
The Chisholm Trail Museum in Kingfisher will host a Cast-Iron Cooking class on Saturday, November 5, from noon to 4 p.m. In this casual, fun class, students will learn to care for and cook in cast-iron cookware. Participants will create a Dutch oven delight and participate in a group meal. The class will explore historical and modern recipes while learning backyard cooking skills. This class is restricted to children ages 10 and older with an adult. The cost for the…
Find out more »Quilting workshop with Martha Ray
Visit the Sod House Museum southeast of Aline for a quilting workshop on Saturday. The workshop will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. with instructor Martha Ray, and the cost is $5 per person. For more information, please contact Director Renee Trindle at 580-463-2441 or sodhouse@history.ok.gov.
Find out more »Secrets of the OHS Research Library
Dive into the past with Laura Martin, Deputy Director of Research at the Oklahoma Historical Society, as she shares the vast historical and genealogical collections of the OHS's John and Eleanor Kirkpatrick Research Library in this exclusive behind-the-scenes tour. You may be an archaeologist or an architectural historian, a student or researcher, a genealogist, or just someone interested in learning about your ancestors or the state of Oklahoma—the OHS Research Library has the tools you need! From allotment records to…
Find out more »Civil War-era Sewing Kit workshop
On Saturday, November 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fort Towson Historic Site will hold a Civil War-era sewing kit make-and-take workshop. Using historic reproduction fabrics, a seamstress will guide participants in hand-sewing techniques to create a fabric sewing kit like those from the 1800s. Kits of this kind were common in 19th-century households and were made with scraps of fabric to suit the needs of the user, resulting in a wide variety of patterns and constructions. During the…
Find out more »December 2022
Quilting workshop with Martha Ray
Visit the Sod House Museum southeast of Aline for a quilting workshop on Saturday. The workshop will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. with instructor Martha Ray, and the cost is $5 per person. For more information, please contact Director Renee Trindle at 580-463-2441 or sodhouse@history.ok.gov.
Find out more »“Shut the Door! Barns in Oklahoma: The Significance of Barns in the Oklahoma Cultural Landscape” webinar
The State Historic Preservation Office is hosting a webinar series entitled “Shut the Door! Barns in Oklahoma,” featuring presenters who specialize in barn history, construction, and restoration. On Tuesday, December 27, the topic will be “The Significance of Barns in the Oklahoma Cultural Landscape.” This December webinar will be the last of the 2022 series. These presentations will be held on the last Tuesday of every other month, beginning at 6 p.m. The webinars will be limited to the first…
Find out more »January 2023
Wood Window Rescue online workshop
Preservation Oklahoma, Inc. is offering an online Wood Window Rescue online workshop in 2023 with instructors Ty McBride and Morgan Reinhart. The Wood Window Rescue Workshop will educate homeowners on how to restore most double-hung windows and solve common wood window problems. This workshop is designed for all skill types to work and learn at their own pace in the comfort and safety of their own home with videos, a PDF checklist, worksheets, and guides using an intuitive online learning…
Find out more »Quilting Workshop
The Quilting Workshop meets on the second Saturday of each month from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Sod House Museum for $5 per person. Learn to create appliqué designs, traditional block patterns, original designs, crazy quilts, landscape designs, and paper piecing. New members of any skill level are always encouraged to attend! Share in the happy exchange of shared skills, fun, camaraderie, door prizes, refreshments, discussions, quilt patterns, and old-fashioned bed turnings at the next quilting workshop. Proceeds directly…
Find out more »“Researching Legal Documents” presentation by Dr. Le’Shawn Turner
On Saturday, January 14, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., Dr. Le'Shawn Turner, the reference librarian for the Oklahoma City University School of Law, will guide non-lawyers on the process of researching legal sources effectively. This class will be beneficial to college students, genealogists, and people with specific research interests. OHS Archival Collections Manager Mallory Covington will also share the various legal materials of the Eleanor and John Kirkpatrick Research Center in the Oklahoma History Center, where the class will take…
Find out more »Modern Wall Hangings workshop
On Saturday, January 14, from 1 to 4 p.m., learn the art of weaving while creating a modern piece of wall art to take home! The hands-on program for ages 12 and up will teach about various types of fibers, basic techniques, and historic practices of weaving. The cost of the make-and-take modern wall-hanging workshop will be $40 for members and $50 for nonmembers. All materials are included in the class cost. Registration is required and is limited to 15…
Find out more »Docent Training Class
On Tuesday, January 17, at 9 a.m., The Will Rogers Memorial Museum (WRMM) will host a training class to provide instruction on becoming a WRMM Docent! This 6-week course is 3 hours in length from 9 a.m. to noon starting on January 17 and ending on February 24. Participants will be given topic assignments, field trips, and opportunities to shadow/observe current volunteers. After graduating from the course, participants will become an official Will Rogers "Roper." Ropers teach and oversee educational…
Find out more »Museum OKademy volunteer training class and lecture
The Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center (CSRHC) will host a six-session Museum OKademy course in 2023 to train volunteers and provide lectures on history. The classes will be held from 9 to 11 a.m., beginning on Saturday, January 21, and concluding on Saturday, April 1. The six-part lecture/workshop series, Museum OKademy, will be led by CSRHC Director Jake Krumwiede, CSRHC Director of Education Neal Matherne, and other CSRHC staff. These classes are aimed at both prospective volunteers and other adult…
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