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March 2025
Fort Towson Living History Education Day
The Fort Towson Historic Site will host a full day of educational experiences on Thursday, March 6. The site will bring history to life with Living History Education Day—a FREE EVENT! This event demonstrates what life was like at Fort Towson more than 180 years ago, with multiple learning experiences about life at the military outpost during the 1840s when it was a vital resupply point for soldiers headed south to engage in the Mexican-American War. The fort will be…
Find out more »Spring Break Activities
Spend afternoons during spring break at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. Events are planned every day from March 17 to 21 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. Thanks to a donation by Win and Kay Ingersoll, all children under 17 are admitted free during spring break. The…
Find out more »Spring Break Activities
Spend afternoons during spring break at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. Events are planned every day from March 17 to 21 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. Thanks to a donation by Win and Kay Ingersoll, all children under 17 are admitted free during spring break. The…
Find out more »Spring Break Activities
Spend afternoons during spring break at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. Events are planned every day from March 17 to 21 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. Thanks to a donation by Win and Kay Ingersoll, all children under 17 are admitted free during spring break. The…
Find out more »Spring Break Activities
Spend afternoons during spring break at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. Events are planned every day from March 17 to 21 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. Thanks to a donation by Win and Kay Ingersoll, all children under 17 are admitted free during spring break. The…
Find out more »Spring Break Activities
Spend afternoons during spring break at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. Events are planned every day from March 17 to 21 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. Thanks to a donation by Win and Kay Ingersoll, all children under 17 are admitted free during spring break. The…
Find out more »2025 Oklahoma Farm-to-Table Festival
The Oklahoma History Center will hold the 2025 Oklahoma Farm-to-Table Festival on Saturday, March 22, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The free, family-friendly event will encourage the exploration of historic and modern agriculture. There will be hands-on activities and demonstrations for visitors of all ages. The festival will offer many educational opportunities and experiences, including chuckwagon cooking and nutrition demonstrations, livestock, a petting zoo, various crafts, and story time. In addition, several Made-in-Oklahoma vendors will attend to illustrate how…
Find out more »April 2025
Elderberry Tonic workshop *full*
The Fort Towson Historic Site will host an Elderberry Tonic workshop on Tuesday, April 8, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The workshop will be led by Kara Richardson of Broken Bow. Richardson draws on her experiences as a southeast Oklahoma native to advocate for natural resources education and the perpetuation of wild herbs and medicinal plants. The workshop is FULL!!
Find out more »May 2025
Fort Gibson Education Day
The Fort Gibson Historic Site will host its annual Education Day on Friday, May 9, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. One day a year, the Fort Gibson Historic Site is closed to all but Oklahoma’s young scholars for a fun-filled day of education! Fort Gibson Historic Site staff, living historians, and volunteers will demonstrate skills, crafts, and trades that enabled people to thrive in 19th-century Indian Territory. Registered schools can expect to see demonstrations of daily life in the…
Find out more »OU Archaeological Field School at Spiro Mounds begins
From Monday, May 12, through Friday, June 13, the University of Oklahoma students and faculty will perform a month of excavations at Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center. Visitors are welcome to observe the research and ask questions while the group works. Students from the University of Oklahoma will excavate areas of interest at the Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center, the only pre-European contact site in Oklahoma. Visitors will have the opportunity to closely observe live archaeological fieldwork. While the field school is…
Find out more »June 2025
OU Archaeological Field School at Spiro Mounds concludes
From Monday, May 12, through Friday, June 13, the University of Oklahoma students and faculty will perform a month of excavations at Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center. Visitors are welcome to observe the research and ask questions while the group works. Under the direction of Dr. Scott Hammerstedt, Dr. Amanda Regnier, and Dr. Patrick Livingood, students will be excavating areas of interest at the Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center as the only pre-European contact site in Oklahoma. This is a great opportunity…
Find out more »August 2025
Teacher Resource Social
The 2025 Teacher Resource Social will be held at the Oklahoma History Center in Oklahoma City on Thursday, August 7, from 3 to 5 p.m. Educators, get ready for resources galore! We will have door prize giveaways and plenty of free resources from museums and organizations around the state to help you plan for the upcoming school year. This event is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please note that registration information may be shared with Teacher Resource…
Find out more »October 2025
Archaeology Day
Celebrate Archaeology Day at Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center. This family-oriented event will take place on Saturday, October 18, and will take place all day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Kids can learn about the tools of archaeology, prehistoric foods, and participate in a variety of activities, including pottery puzzles, artifact sorting, and a scavenger hunt. Admission to the event will be free for all ages as the site undergoes improvement projects. For more information, call (918) 962-2062. The center…
Find out more »2025 Oklahoma Folklife Festival
The 2025 Folklife Festival at the Oklahoma History Center will be held on Saturday, October 25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. This festival aims to engage visitors by providing opportunities to experience diverse cultures and traditions. Visitors will be encouraged to participate in various activities rather than just observe. The festival’s objectives include sparking curiosity, facilitating intercultural exchange, creating participatory experiences, and collaborating with cultural practitioners, communities, and heritage professionals.…
Find out more »November 2025
Battle of Honey Springs Education Day
On Friday, November 7, 2025, students from schools across the state will have the opportunity to explore education stations teaching topics related to the Civil War in Indian Territory and the battle itself. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., living historians will demonstrate military drills, cooking techniques, everyday activities for soldiers, and civilian life. Numerous sutlers will be selling 19th-century reproduction military equipment, clothing, books, and souvenirs, and food vendors also will be on-site. Visit the Battle of Honey Springs…
Find out more »January 2026
Homeschool Day at WRMM
On Monday, January 5, and on Monday, March 23, the Will Rogers Memorial Museum will host a Homeschool Day, offering a range of educational and fun opportunities for homeschool students and their families. This is the perfect opportunity to explore the museum and participate in hands-on history activities. Admission is free from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., with several activities suitable for all ages. Kids can learn about cattle branding, trick roping, and play various games. The event is a…
Find out more »History Alive!: An Evening with James Madison
The Oklahoma History Center is honored to present Colonial Williamsburg’s Bryan Austin in a portrayal of James Madison. Join us for this special presentation in the Chesapeake Event Center and Gallery on Saturday, January 31, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Admission is $10 for Oklahoma Historical Society members and $20 for nonmembers. Purchase tickets online! Step into the past and meet James Madison as acclaimed interpreter Bryan Austin brings one of America’s most influential founding fathers vividly to life. In…
Find out more »February 2026
Open House: “We Heart Museums”
The public is welcome to a special February open house at the Oklahoma History Center Museum (OHCM) on Thursday, February 12, from 5 to 7 p.m. for a unique after-hours experience at the museum where visitors of all ages can explore exhibits in a relaxed, extended setting. Families and adults alike can participate in interactive activities, games, and a scavenger hunt that reveal the inner workings of museums and highlight the rich resources offered by OHCM. Discover hidden stories behind…
Find out more »March 2026
Living History Education Day
The Fort Towson Historic Site will host a day full of educational experiences on Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. The site will bring history to life with a free, public living history education day. It will teach what life was like at Fort Towson more than 180 years ago, offering multiple learning experiences about life at the military outpost during the 1840s, when it served as a vital resupply point for soldiers headed south to…
Find out more »2026 People with Disabilities Awareness Day
On Tuesday, March 10, from noon p.m. to 4:30 p.m., the Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services will host the 2026 People with Disabilities Awareness Day event at the Oklahoma History Center. The day is dedicated to raising awareness and celebrating the abilities of people with disabilities in 2026. The in-person event aims to raise awareness and promote inclusivity for individuals with disabilities through education, empowerment, and community engagement. The public is invited to come together to learn, share experiences, and…
Find out more »Spring Break at the Museum
Spend afternoons during spring break at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. Events are planned every day from March 16 to 20 between 1 and 3 p.m. to keep kids learning and entertained during their school break. Each activity is based on a specific aspect of Will Rogers’ extraordinary life, ranging from his time as a cowboy to his passion for aviation. Monday, March 16 activities include blacksmithing demonstrations, traditional dyeing, weave spinners, lacemakers, quilters and a rare behind-the-scenes tour of…
Find out more »Spring Break at the Museum
Spend afternoons during spring break at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. Events are planned every day from March 16 to 20 between 1 and 3 p.m. to keep kids learning and entertained during their school break. Each activity is based on a specific aspect of Will Rogers’ extraordinary life, ranging from his time as a cowboy to his passion for aviation. Monday, March 16 activities include blacksmithing demonstrations, traditional dyeing, weave spinners, lacemakers, quilters and a rare behind-the-scenes tour of…
Find out more »Spring Break at the Museum
Spend afternoons during spring break at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. Events are planned every day from March 16 to 20 between 1 and 3 p.m. to keep kids learning and entertained during their school break. Each activity is based on a specific aspect of Will Rogers’ extraordinary life, ranging from his time as a cowboy to his passion for aviation. Monday, March 16 activities include blacksmithing demonstrations, traditional dyeing, weave spinners, lacemakers, quilters and a rare behind-the-scenes tour of…
Find out more »Spring Break at the Museum
Spend afternoons during spring break at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. Events are planned every day from March 16 to 20 between 1 and 3 p.m. to keep kids learning and entertained during their school break. Each activity is based on a specific aspect of Will Rogers’ extraordinary life, ranging from his time as a cowboy to his passion for aviation. Monday, March 16 activities include blacksmithing demonstrations, traditional dyeing, weave spinners, lacemakers, quilters and a rare behind-the-scenes tour of…
Find out more »Spring Break at the Museum
Spend afternoons during spring break at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. Events are planned every day from March 16 to 20 between 1 and 3 p.m. to keep kids learning and entertained during their school break. Each activity is based on a specific aspect of Will Rogers’ extraordinary life, ranging from his time as a cowboy to his passion for aviation. Monday, March 16 activities include blacksmithing demonstrations, traditional dyeing, weave spinners, lacemakers, quilters and a rare behind-the-scenes tour of…
Find out more »Homeschool Day at WRMM
On Monday, January 5, and on Monday, March 23, the Will Rogers Memorial Museum will host a Homeschool Day, offering a range of educational and fun opportunities for homeschool students and their families. This is the perfect opportunity to explore the museum and participate in hands-on history activities. Admission is free from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., with several activities suitable for all ages. Kids can learn about cattle branding, trick roping, and play various games. The event is a…
Find out more »April 2026
Blacksmith and Farrier Demonstration
The Cherokee Strip Museum invites you to step back in time on Saturday, April 18, for a live blacksmithing and farrier demonstration perfect for all ages! Farriers are craftsmen who trim and shoe horses. At 10 a.m., farrier James Marshall will perform a traditional hot shoeing on a horse, showing techniques used during the 1893 Land Run era when skilled hoof care was essential to keeping transportation, farming, and daily life moving across rural Oklahoma. At 11 a.m., blacksmith Tom…
Find out more »Spring on the Farm
It’s spring, and Hunter’s Home’s sheep need to be shorn. Visit on Saturday, April 25, to see this annual tradition from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For working farms, spring isn’t just about shearing sheep—things around the farm are waking up again after a long winter’s rest. Spring on the Farm will include demonstrations of wool processing, fireplace cooking, children's crafts, spinning, knitting, and more. Hunter’s Home is the only remaining pre–Civil War plantation home in Oklahoma. A kitchen garden,…
Find out more »May 2026
Oklahoma History Center Museum Homeschool Day 2026
The Oklahoma History Center will host a Homeschool Day on Tuesday, May 19, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Families are invited to enjoy a day of hands-on learning with the History Center’s Learning and Engagement team. On Homeschool Day, there will be free gallery admission, sponsored by Inasmuch Foundation. This special event will include engaging activities, interactive living history presentations, and access to our educational trunks and hands-on carts. Homeschool Day is an excellent opportunity for homeschool students of…
Find out more »June 2026
OkieTales Storytime
Join the Oklahoma History Center Museum on select Saturdays in June from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for OkieTales story time at the Oklahoma History Center. Staff will read a history-themed book and engage young guests in a hands-on or active activity. Some story time days will include a living history element. OkieTales story time and activities are geared toward elementary students, preschoolers, and their families. The books and activities will be largely Oklahoma-themed and connected to the state’s history.…
Find out more »Will’s Wild West Kids Camp
The Will Rogers Memorial Museum will hold its Will’s Wild West Kids Camp for children ages 7 to 12 from Monday, June 15, through Wednesday, June 17. On those days, the camp will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. We encourage kids to wear comfortable shoes and clothing. Campers will learn about Will Rogers, cowboys, and life in pre-statehood Oklahoma! Activities include games, 19th-century activities, crafts, nature programs, Cherokee storytelling, and a cowboy magician. A chuck wagon lunch…
Find out more »Will’s Wild West Kids Camp
The Will Rogers Memorial Museum will hold its Will’s Wild West Kids Camp for children ages 7 to 12 from Monday, June 15, through Wednesday, June 17. On those days, the camp will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. We encourage kids to wear comfortable shoes and clothing. Campers will learn about Will Rogers, cowboys, and life in pre-statehood Oklahoma! Activities include games, 19th-century activities, crafts, nature programs, Cherokee storytelling, and a cowboy magician. A chuck wagon lunch…
Find out more »Will’s Wild West Kids Camp
The Will Rogers Memorial Museum will hold its Will’s Wild West Kids Camp for children ages 7 to 12 from Monday, June 15, through Wednesday, June 17. On those days, the camp will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. We encourage kids to wear comfortable shoes and clothing. Campers will learn about Will Rogers, cowboys, and life in pre-statehood Oklahoma! Activities include games, 19th-century activities, crafts, nature programs, Cherokee storytelling, and a cowboy magician. A chuck wagon lunch…
Find out more »OkieTales Storytime
Join the Oklahoma History Center Museum on select Saturdays in June from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for OkieTales story time at the Oklahoma History Center. Staff will read a history-themed book and engage young guests in a hands-on or active activity. Some story time days will include a living history element. OkieTales story time and activities are geared toward elementary students, preschoolers, and their families. The books and activities will be largely Oklahoma-themed and connected to the state’s history.…
Find out more »OkieTales Storytime
Join the Oklahoma History Center Museum on select Saturdays in June from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for OkieTales story time at the Oklahoma History Center. Staff will read a history-themed book and engage young guests in a hands-on or active activity. Some story time days will include a living history element. OkieTales story time and activities are geared toward elementary students, preschoolers, and their families. The books and activities will be largely Oklahoma-themed and connected to the state’s history.…
Find out more »July 2026
OkieTales Storytime
Join the Oklahoma History Center Museum on select Saturdays in July from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for OkieTales story time at the Oklahoma History Center. Staff will read a history-themed book and engage young guests in a hands-on or active activity. Some story time days will include a living history element. OkieTales story time and activities are geared toward elementary students, preschoolers, and their families. The books and activities will be largely Oklahoma-themed and connected to the state’s history.…
Find out more »OkieTales Storytime
Join the Oklahoma History Center Museum on select Saturdays in July from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for OkieTales story time at the Oklahoma History Center. Staff will read a history-themed book and engage young guests in a hands-on or active activity. Some story time days will include a living history element. OkieTales story time and activities are geared toward elementary students, preschoolers, and their families. The books and activities will be largely Oklahoma-themed and connected to the state’s history.…
Find out more »OkieTales Storytime with “Buckaroo Bart” Taylor
On Saturday, July 25, bring your children for a fun-filled OkieTales with “Buckaroo Bart” Taylor from Will Rogers Memorial Museum. He will read his new book, Will Rogers and His Great Inspiration, at the Oklahoma History Center. This special story time will include a roping demonstration and lesson. OkieTales story time and activities are geared toward elementary students, preschoolers, and their families. The books and activities will be largely Oklahoma-themed and connected to the state’s history. Families do not need…
Find out more »October 2026
Roots & Routes community event
The Chisholm is hosting a 1930s event on October 23 and 24 that will help you take a step back in time. On Friday, October 23, from 9 a.m. to noon, the museum will host educational activities geared towards schools and homeschoolers. The Chisholm’s staff and volunteers will be wearing period-accurate clothing representing different groups and organizations such as the Civilian Conservation Corps, Works Progress Administration, and more! Bring your learners to 605 Zellers Avenue in Kingfisher to learn about…
Find out more »Roots & Routes community event
The Chisholm is hosting a 1930s event on October 23 and 24 that will help you take a step back in time. On Friday, October 23, from 9 a.m. to noon, the museum will host educational activities geared towards schools and homeschoolers. The Chisholm’s staff and volunteers will be wearing period-accurate clothing representing different groups and organizations such as the Civilian Conservation Corps, Works Progress Administration, and more! Bring your learners to 605 Zellers Avenue in Kingfisher to learn about…
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