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May 2023

Oklahoma National History Day contest

May 3, 2023
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One event on May 4, 2023 at 12 a.m.

Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive Oklahoma City, OK 73105

Oklahoma National History Day is more than an academic exercise for thousands of Oklahoma junior high and high school students; it is a tradition. On Wednesday, May 3, and Thursday, May 4, more than 200 6th- through 12th-grade students will present their exhibits, documentaries, performances, websites, and papers at the Oklahoma History Center in Oklahoma City for the opportunity to advance to the National History Day® contest held each summer in the nation's capitol. Due to the size of the…

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Oklahoma National History Day contest

May 4, 2023
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One event on May 4, 2023 at 12 a.m.

Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive Oklahoma City, OK 73105

Oklahoma National History Day is more than an academic exercise for thousands of Oklahoma junior high and high school students; it is a tradition. On Wednesday, May 3, and Thursday, May 4, more than 200 6th- through 12th-grade students will present their exhibits, documentaries, performances, websites, and papers at the Oklahoma History Center in Oklahoma City for the opportunity to advance to the National History Day® contest held each summer in the nation's capitol. Due to the size of the…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

May 6, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, 507 South 4th Street Enid, OK 73701

Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. On the first and third Saturday of each month, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the four historic territorial buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village come to life with reenactors dressed in period clothing from the late 1800s. Attendees can sit at school desks in the Turkey Creek one-room schoolhouse while lessons are…

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“Common Men in the Military” living history program

May 12, 2023, 10 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on May 13, 2023 at 10 a.m.

Fort Gibson Historic Site, 907 North Garrison Avenue Fort Gibson, OK 74434

On Friday, May 12, and Saturday, May 13, the Fort Gibson Historic Site will conduct a living history program from 10 a.m. to noon, and again from 1 to 3 p.m. all about the common men who served in the military at Fort Gibson.  Guests will gain insight into the common men who made up the military. Farmers, blacksmiths, hunters, coopers, and even carpenters made up the ranks of those posted to the outpost. Learn about the reasons common men…

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“Common Men in the Military” living history program

May 13, 2023, 10 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on May 13, 2023 at 10 a.m.

Fort Gibson Historic Site, 907 North Garrison Avenue Fort Gibson, OK 74434

On Friday, May 12, and Saturday, May 13, the Fort Gibson Historic Site will conduct a living history program from 10 a.m. to noon, and again from 1 to 3 p.m. all about the common men who served in the military at Fort Gibson.  Guests will gain insight into the common men who made up the military. Farmers, blacksmiths, hunters, coopers, and even carpenters made up the ranks of those posted to the outpost. Learn about the reasons common men…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

May 20, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, 507 South 4th Street Enid, OK 73701

Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. On the first and third Saturday of each month, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the four historic territorial buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village come to life with reenactors dressed in period clothing from the late 1800s. Attendees can sit at school desks in the Turkey Creek one-room schoolhouse while lessons are…

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June 2023

History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

June 3, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, 507 South 4th Street Enid, OK 73701

Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. On the first and third Saturday of each month, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the four historic territorial buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village come to life with reenactors dressed in period clothing from the late 1800s. Attendees can sit at school desks in the Turkey Creek one-room schoolhouse while lessons are…

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“American Aviation: Barnstorming to Mach 1” Enid Summer Chautauqua

June 13, 2023
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One event on June 14, 2023 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 15, 2023 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 16, 2023 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 12 a.m.

Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, 507 South 4th Street Enid, OK 73701

The Enid Chautauqua invites guests to step back in time with stories and anecdotes from historical figures at the FREE PROGRAMS of the 2023 Summer Chautauqua “American Aviation: Barnstorming to Mach 1” hosted by the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center (CSRHC). **Due to the weather, the Thursday, June 15 evening performance of Chautauqua will occur at the Northwestern Oklahoma State University Enid campus. The musical entertainment will still perform at 6:30 p.m., and Ilene Evans will still portray Rose Cousins…

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“American Aviation: Barnstorming to Mach 1” Enid Summer Chautauqua

June 14, 2023
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One event on June 14, 2023 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 15, 2023 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 16, 2023 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 12 a.m.

Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, 507 South 4th Street Enid, OK 73701

The Enid Chautauqua invites guests to step back in time with stories and anecdotes from historical figures at the FREE PROGRAMS of the 2023 Summer Chautauqua “American Aviation: Barnstorming to Mach 1” hosted by the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center (CSRHC). **Due to the weather, the Thursday, June 15 evening performance of Chautauqua will occur at the Northwestern Oklahoma State University Enid campus. The musical entertainment will still perform at 6:30 p.m., and Ilene Evans will still portray Rose Cousins…

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“American Aviation: Barnstorming to Mach 1” Enid Summer Chautauqua *moving to NWOSU campus due to weather*

June 15, 2023
Northwestern Oklahoma State University, Enid, 2929 E. Randolph Avenue Enid, OK 73701

**Due to the weather, the Thursday, June 15 evening performance of Chautauqua will occur at the Northwestern Oklahoma State University Enid campus located at 2929 Randolph Avenue in Enid. The musical entertainment will still perform at 6:30 p.m., and Ilene Evans will still portray Rose Cousins at 7:30 p.m.** However, there will be NO FOOD TRUCKS on campus.   The Enid Chautauqua invites guests to step back in time with stories and anecdotes from historical figures at the FREE PROGRAMS of…

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“American Aviation: Barnstorming to Mach 1” Enid Summer Chautauqua

June 16, 2023
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One event on June 14, 2023 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 15, 2023 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 16, 2023 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 12 a.m.

Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, 507 South 4th Street Enid, OK 73701

The Enid Chautauqua invites guests to step back in time with stories and anecdotes from historical figures at the FREE PROGRAMS of the 2023 Summer Chautauqua “American Aviation: Barnstorming to Mach 1” hosted by the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center (CSRHC). **Due to the weather, the Thursday, June 15 evening performance of Chautauqua will occur at the Northwestern Oklahoma State University Enid campus. The musical entertainment will still perform at 6:30 p.m., and Ilene Evans will still portray Rose Cousins…

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“American Aviation: Barnstorming to Mach 1” Enid Summer Chautauqua

June 17, 2023
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One event on June 14, 2023 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 15, 2023 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 16, 2023 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 12 a.m.

Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, 507 South 4th Street Enid, OK 73701

The Enid Chautauqua invites guests to step back in time with stories and anecdotes from historical figures at the FREE PROGRAMS of the 2023 Summer Chautauqua “American Aviation: Barnstorming to Mach 1” hosted by the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center (CSRHC). **Due to the weather, the Thursday, June 15 evening performance of Chautauqua will occur at the Northwestern Oklahoma State University Enid campus. The musical entertainment will still perform at 6:30 p.m., and Ilene Evans will still portray Rose Cousins…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

June 17, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, 507 South 4th Street Enid, OK 73701

Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. On the first and third Saturday of each month, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the four historic territorial buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village come to life with reenactors dressed in period clothing from the late 1800s. Attendees can sit at school desks in the Turkey Creek one-room schoolhouse while lessons are…

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Hands-On Historic Skills: “Chicken, Newspapers, and Pencils: Union Camp Life during the American Civil War”

June 24, 2023, 1 p.m.3 p.m.
Fort Towson Historic Site, 896 N 4375 Road, Fort Towson, OK 74735

Have you ever wondered what camp life was like for 19th-century soldiers, especially during the American Civil War?

On June 24, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., the Fort Towson Historic Site will be hosting a come-and-go program to teach visitors about the camp life experiences of Union soldiers. Visitors will get to view various reproduction items that will provide them with an understanding that military life in that era was comprised of much more than fighting, marching, and drilling.

This program is free with the price of general admission to the site.

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July 2023

History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

July 1, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, 507 South 4th Street Enid, OK 73701

Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. On the first and third Saturday of each month, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the four historic territorial buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village come to life with reenactors dressed in period clothing from the late 1800s. Attendees can sit at school desks in the Turkey Creek one-room schoolhouse while lessons are…

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Experimenting with Sun Printing class

July 8, 2023, 1 p.m.4 p.m.
Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive Oklahoma City, OK 73105

On Saturday, July 8, from 1 to 4 p.m. the Oklahoma History Center will host an Experimenting with Sun Printing class. Students will learn cyanotype processes and create their own artwork using native plants and sun printing techniques. Photographer and artist Jim Meeks will be the instructor. Meeks is the photo editor in the Oklahoma Historical Society Research Division. The class costs $30 for members of the Oklahoma Historical Society and $40 for nonmembers. All supplies are included in the…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

July 15, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, 507 South 4th Street Enid, OK 73701

Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. On the first and third Saturday of each month, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the four historic territorial buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village come to life with reenactors dressed in period clothing from the late 1800s. Attendees can sit at school desks in the Turkey Creek one-room schoolhouse while lessons are…

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Hands-On Historic Skills: Choctaw Nation’s “Growing Hope” Program

July 22, 2023, 1 p.m.3 p.m.
Fort Towson Historic Site, 896 N 4375 Road, Fort Towson, OK 74735

On the fourth Saturday of each month, the Fort Towson Historic Site welcomes visitors to take part in the Hands-On Historic Skills series of demonstrations.

Every month, guests can try their hand at using period artifacts and tools with the guidance of Fort Towson staff members and historical interpreters. Hands-on demonstrations allow individuals to experience the past by touching, using and gaining an appreciation for historical objects while in the Fort Towson setting.

Updates on monthly programs and special events can be found on the Fort Towson Historic Site’s Facebook page or at www.okhistory.org. For more information, email fttowson@history.ok.gov or call 580-873-2634. The Fort Towson Historic Site is located north of U.S. 70 near Fort Towson.

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National History Day Boot Camp

July 27, 2023, 10:30 a.m.4 p.m.
Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive Oklahoma City, OK 73105

On Thursday, July 27, from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Education staff of the Oklahoma History Center will host a workshop to 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 grades 6–12. Registration for National History Day Boot Camp is $10 for Oklahoma Historical Society members and $15 for non-members. The deadline for registration is Friday, July 14.…

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August 2023

History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

August 5, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, 507 South 4th Street Enid, OK 73701

Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. On the first and third Saturday of each month, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the four historic territorial buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village come to life with reenactors dressed in period clothing from the late 1800s. Attendees can sit at school desks in the Turkey Creek one-room schoolhouse while lessons are…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip *canceled*

August 19, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, 507 South 4th Street Enid, OK 73701

The History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip previously scheduled for August 19 has been canceled.

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September 2023

History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

September 2, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, 507 South 4th Street Enid, OK 73701

Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. On the first and third Saturday of each month, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the four historic territorial buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village come to life with reenactors dressed in period clothing from the late 1800s. Attendees can sit at school desks in the Turkey Creek one-room schoolhouse while lessons are…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

September 16, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, 507 South 4th Street Enid, OK 73701

Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. On the first and third Saturday of each month, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the four historic territorial buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village come to life with reenactors dressed in period clothing from the late 1800s. Attendees can sit at school desks in the Turkey Creek one-room schoolhouse while lessons are…

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Hands-On Historic Skills

September 23, 2023, 1 p.m.3 p.m.
Fort Towson Historic Site, 896 N 4375 Road, Fort Towson, OK 74735

On the fourth Saturday of each month, the Fort Towson Historic Site welcomes visitors to take part in the Hands-On Historic Skills series of demonstrations.

Every month, guests can try their hand at using period artifacts and tools with the guidance of Fort Towson staff members and historical interpreters. Hands-on demonstrations allow individuals to experience the past by touching, using and gaining an appreciation for historical objects while in the Fort Towson setting.

Updates on monthly programs and special events can be found on the Fort Towson Historic Site’s Facebook page or at www.okhistory.org. For more information, email fttowson@history.ok.gov or call 580-873-2634. The Fort Towson Historic Site is located north of U.S. 70 near Fort Towson.

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October 2023

Japanese Stone Craftsman seminar with stone artist Takaaki Saida *fully booked*

October 14, 2023, 3 p.m.5 p.m.
Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive Oklahoma City, OK 73105

On Saturday, October 14, from 3 to 5 p.m., a free seminar on Japanese stone crafts will be held at the Oklahoma History Center. The Japan America Society of Oklahoma, (a non-profit organization promoting Japan-US relations and culture in Oklahoma) organized the event. The seminar will include an overview of the traditions and practices in the art of stone and lantern sculpting, including the history of the Kamaoka stones and the techniques passed on by several generations since 1889. Takaaki…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

October 21, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, 507 South 4th Street Enid, OK 73701

Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. On the first and third Saturday of each month, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the four historic territorial buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village come to life with reenactors dressed in period clothing from the late 1800s. Attendees can sit at school desks in the Turkey Creek one-room schoolhouse while lessons are…

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November 2023

Battle of Honey Springs Education Day

November 3, 2023, 9 a.m.5 p.m.
Honey Springs Battlefield, 423159 E 1030 Road Checotah, OK 74426

On Friday, November 3, beginning at 9 a.m., Honey Springs Battlefield will host the Battle of Honey Springs Education Day. On this day, students from schools across the state and the general public will have the opportunity to explore numerous education stations teaching topics related to the Civil War in Indian Territory and The Battle of Honey Springs. Living historians will demonstrate various military drills, cooking techniques, and other everyday activities for soldiers. There also will be numerous sutlers selling…

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The Battle of Honey Springs Civil War Demonstrations

November 4, 2023, 10 a.m.5 p.m.
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One event on November 5, 2023 at 10 a.m.

Honey Springs Battlefield, 423159 E 1030 Road Checotah, OK 74426

Honey Springs Battlefield near Checotah will host biennial demonstrations of the Civil War Battle of Honey Springs on Saturday, November 4, and Sunday, November 5. On both days, special living history stations will open at 10 a.m., and the Battle of Honey Springs Civil War demonstrations will take place at 1 p.m. Visitors will see military drills, demonstrations, and living history programs while also getting the chance to tour Confederate, Union, and civilian camps, and explore “Sutlers’ Row,” featuring vendors selling…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

November 4, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, 507 South 4th Street Enid, OK 73701

Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. On the first and third Saturday of each month, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the four historic territorial buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village come to life with reenactors dressed in period clothing from the late 1800s. Attendees can sit at school desks in the Turkey Creek one-room schoolhouse while lessons are…

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The Battle of Honey Springs Civil War Demonstrations

November 5, 2023, 10 a.m.5 p.m.
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One event on November 5, 2023 at 10 a.m.

Honey Springs Battlefield, 423159 E 1030 Road Checotah, OK 74426

Honey Springs Battlefield near Checotah will host biennial demonstrations of the Civil War Battle of Honey Springs on Saturday, November 4, and Sunday, November 5. On both days, special living history stations will open at 10 a.m., and the Battle of Honey Springs Civil War demonstrations will take place at 1 p.m. Visitors will see military drills, demonstrations, and living history programs while also getting the chance to tour Confederate, Union, and civilian camps, and explore “Sutlers’ Row,” featuring vendors selling…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

November 18, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, 507 South 4th Street Enid, OK 73701

Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. On the first and third Saturday of each month, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the four historic territorial buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village come to life with reenactors dressed in period clothing from the late 1800s. Attendees can sit at school desks in the Turkey Creek one-room schoolhouse while lessons are…

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December 2023

History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

December 2, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, 507 South 4th Street Enid, OK 73701

Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. On the first and third Saturday of each month, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the four historic territorial buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village come to life with reenactors dressed in period clothing from the late 1800s. Attendees can sit at school desks in the Turkey Creek one-room schoolhouse while lessons are…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

December 16, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, 507 South 4th Street Enid, OK 73701

Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. On the first and third Saturday of each month, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the four historic territorial buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village come to life with reenactors dressed in period clothing from the late 1800s. Attendees can sit at school desks in the Turkey Creek one-room schoolhouse while lessons are…

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March 2024

1840s Encampment

March 8, 10 a.m.2 p.m.
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One event on March 9, 2024 at 10 a.m.

Fort Towson Historic Site, 896 N 4375 Road, Fort Towson, OK 74735

On Friday, March 8, and Saturday, March 9, the Fort Towson Historic Site will host an 1840s encampment from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day. The fort will be brought back to life with reenactors wearing historical clothing while organizing period games, demonstrating the uses of historical tools, participating in the ongoing encampment activities, and camping in period tents on the grounds. The public will experience tool demonstrations, see laundresses at work, and observe domestic skills, blacksmithing, drills, and…

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1840s Encampment

March 9, 10 a.m.2 p.m.
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One event on March 9, 2024 at 10 a.m.

Fort Towson Historic Site, 896 N 4375 Road, Fort Towson, OK 74735

On Friday, March 8, and Saturday, March 9, the Fort Towson Historic Site will host an 1840s encampment from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day. The fort will be brought back to life with reenactors wearing historical clothing while organizing period games, demonstrating the uses of historical tools, participating in the ongoing encampment activities, and camping in period tents on the grounds. The public will experience tool demonstrations, see laundresses at work, and observe domestic skills, blacksmithing, drills, and…

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Spring Break Activities

March 18, 1 p.m.3 p.m.
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One event on March 19, 2024 at 1 p.m.

One event on March 20, 2024 at 1 p.m.

One event on March 21, 2024 at 1 p.m.

One event on March 22, 2024 at 1 p.m.

Will Rogers Memorial Museum, 1720 West Will Rogers Boulevard Claremore, OK 74017

Spend afternoons during spring break at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. Events are planned every day from March 18 to 22 between 1 and 3 p.m. to keep kids learning and entertained during their school break. Each activity is based on some aspect of Will Rogers’ extraordinary life, ranging from his time as a cowboy to his love of aviation. All children under 17 are admitted free during spring break thanks to a donation by Win and Kay Ingersoll. The…

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Spring Break Activities

March 19, 1 p.m.3 p.m.
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One event on March 19, 2024 at 1 p.m.

One event on March 20, 2024 at 1 p.m.

One event on March 21, 2024 at 1 p.m.

One event on March 22, 2024 at 1 p.m.

Will Rogers Memorial Museum, 1720 West Will Rogers Boulevard Claremore, OK 74017

Spend afternoons during spring break at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. Events are planned every day from March 18 to 22 between 1 and 3 p.m. to keep kids learning and entertained during their school break. Each activity is based on some aspect of Will Rogers’ extraordinary life, ranging from his time as a cowboy to his love of aviation. All children under 17 are admitted free during spring break thanks to a donation by Win and Kay Ingersoll. The…

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Spring Break Activities

March 20, 1 p.m.3 p.m.
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One event on March 19, 2024 at 1 p.m.

One event on March 20, 2024 at 1 p.m.

One event on March 21, 2024 at 1 p.m.

One event on March 22, 2024 at 1 p.m.

Will Rogers Memorial Museum, 1720 West Will Rogers Boulevard Claremore, OK 74017

Spend afternoons during spring break at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. Events are planned every day from March 18 to 22 between 1 and 3 p.m. to keep kids learning and entertained during their school break. Each activity is based on some aspect of Will Rogers’ extraordinary life, ranging from his time as a cowboy to his love of aviation. All children under 17 are admitted free during spring break thanks to a donation by Win and Kay Ingersoll. The…

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Spring Break Activities

March 21, 1 p.m.3 p.m.
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One event on March 19, 2024 at 1 p.m.

One event on March 20, 2024 at 1 p.m.

One event on March 21, 2024 at 1 p.m.

One event on March 22, 2024 at 1 p.m.

Will Rogers Memorial Museum, 1720 West Will Rogers Boulevard Claremore, OK 74017

Spend afternoons during spring break at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. Events are planned every day from March 18 to 22 between 1 and 3 p.m. to keep kids learning and entertained during their school break. Each activity is based on some aspect of Will Rogers’ extraordinary life, ranging from his time as a cowboy to his love of aviation. All children under 17 are admitted free during spring break thanks to a donation by Win and Kay Ingersoll. The…

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Spring Break Activities

March 22, 1 p.m.3 p.m.
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One event on March 19, 2024 at 1 p.m.

One event on March 20, 2024 at 1 p.m.

One event on March 21, 2024 at 1 p.m.

One event on March 22, 2024 at 1 p.m.

Will Rogers Memorial Museum, 1720 West Will Rogers Boulevard Claremore, OK 74017

Spend afternoons during spring break at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. Events are planned every day from March 18 to 22 between 1 and 3 p.m. to keep kids learning and entertained during their school break. Each activity is based on some aspect of Will Rogers’ extraordinary life, ranging from his time as a cowboy to his love of aviation. All children under 17 are admitted free during spring break thanks to a donation by Win and Kay Ingersoll. The…

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