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July 2025
OkieTales Storytime Hour with Buckaroo Bart
Join the Oklahoma History Center Museum on select Mondays in June and July from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for OkieTales. Families will hear a live book reading before getting to experience history hands-on! After reading the story, kids can see, touch, and feel historical items related to the subject. Activities and crafts may also be included as an interactive way for young families to experience history at the museum. On Monday, July 14, don’t miss the opportunity to meet…
Find out more »Summer Sounds Concert featuring the Jimmy Lee Jordan Band
Join The Chisholm on the third Thursday of July for a free Summer Sounds Concert with the Jimmy Lee Jordan Band. On Thursday, July 17, plan to come early and enjoy dinner or dessert from a featured food truck beginning at 6 p.m., spread out your favorite blanket, set up a comfy lawn chair, and enjoy live music from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Horizon Hill, the home of territorial governor A. J. Seay. The family-friendly event is free. For…
Find out more »History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip
Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip, a living history program at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. It takes place throughout the year on the first and third Saturday of each month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The five historic buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village, which are from the territorial days, come to life with living history interpreters dressed in period clothing from the…
Find out more »OkieTales Storytime Hour
Join the Oklahoma History Center Museum on Monday, July 21, at 10:30 a.m. for the OkieTales final story time of the summer. We will be reading Juana Martinez-Neal’s award-winning story Alma: And How She Got Her Name (2019). The title explores the multicultural history of Oklahoma, the importance of family heritage, names, and exactly what it means to be you, no matter how many names you might have. OkieTales story time and activities are geared toward elementary students, preschoolers, and…
Find out more »Night at the Museum Open House
On Wednesday, July 30, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., the Oklahoma History Center will hold a special after-hours experience called “Night at the Museum.” This family-friendly event will bring the museum to life, allowing guests to explore the galleries outside of regular hours with additional crafts, activities, and living history presenters. The Oklahoma History Center is a 215,000-square-foot learning center exploring Oklahoma’s unique history of Native culture, pioneers, aviation, commerce, and more. Visitors experience Smithsonian-quality exhibits that bring to life…
Find out more »August 2025
First Friday OKPOP-IN
The OKPOP Museum will host a “First Friday” event each month. The public is invited to an evening of music, pop culture, and behind-the-scenes access, offering an exclusive look inside the future of OKPOP with behind-the-scenes tours of the museum! Whether you’re a longtime pop culture fan or just curious about what’s coming to OKPOP, this is your chance to be part of something exciting. This event is free, family-friendly, and open to the public! OKPOP is located at 422…
Find out more »History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip
Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip, a living history program at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. It takes place throughout the year on the first and third Saturday of each month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The five historic buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village, which are from the territorial days, come to life with living history interpreters dressed in period clothing from the…
Find out more »History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip
Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip, a living history program at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. It takes place throughout the year on the first and third Saturday of each month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The five historic buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village, which are from the territorial days, come to life with living history interpreters dressed in period clothing from the…
Find out more »Summer Sounds Concert with Travis Kidd
Join The Chisholm for a free Summer Sounds Concert with Oklahoma singer/songwriter Travis Kidd on the third Thursday of August. Plan to come early and enjoy dinner from a featured food truck beginning at 6 p.m., spread out your favorite blanket, set up a comfy lawn chair, and enjoy live music from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Horizon Hill, the home of territorial governor A. J. Seay. The family-friendly event is free. For more information, contact the museum at 405-375-5176.…
Find out more »National Play on the Porch Day
Join in the fun at the Henry and Anna Overholser Mansion on Saturday, August 30, from 6 to 8 p.m., for National Play on the Porch Day. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and find a place on the mansion’s front lawn to hear a free outdoor concert by the Irish Breakfast Club of Oklahoma City performing Irish music on the front porch!
Find out more »September 2025
First Friday OKPOP-IN: Beau Jennings Rooftop Concert
The OKPOP Museum will host a “First Friday” event on Friday, September 5, from 5 to 9 p.m. It will be an evening of music, pop culture, and behind-the-scenes access, offering an exclusive look inside the future of OKPOP with behind-the-scenes tours of the museum! Whether you’re a longtime pop culture fan or just curious about what’s coming to OKPOP, this is your chance to be part of something exciting. This Friday, a special LIVE concert featuring Beau Jennings &…
Find out more »History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip
Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip, a living history program at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. It takes place throughout the year on the first and third Saturday of each month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The five historic buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village, which are from the territorial days, come to life with living history interpreters dressed in period clothing from the…
Find out more »Ice Cream Social
The Friends of the Fred and Addie Drummond Home are happy to announce that the annual Ice Cream Social will be held on Saturday, September 13, from 1 to 3 p.m. This year, we’ll be churning our own ice cream, and there will be a contest to decide who makes the best frozen treat! The family-friendly event will be held outdoors. Special guests will include author Rosanne McKee, who will hold a book signing of her books The Arabella Effect…
Find out more »History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip
Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip, a living history program at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. It takes place throughout the year on the first and third Saturday of each month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The five historic buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village, which are from the territorial days, come to life with living history interpreters dressed in period clothing from the…
Find out more »October 2025
OKPOP-IN: Oklahoma Hip-Hop Legacy Forum and Rooftop Showcase
The OKPOP Museum will host an unforgettable night on its First-Friday OKPOP-IN, with an Oklahoma Hip-Hop Legacy Forum and Rooftop Showcase, celebrating Oklahoma Hip-Hop’s past, present, and future! The public is invited to this free event, featuring an evening of music, pop culture, and behind-the-scenes access, offering an exclusive look inside the future of OKPOP. Highlights include behind-the-scenes tours of the museum, exhibit plans, and the collections vault at 5, 6, 7, and 8 p.m. BeLight Entertainment will present a…
Find out more »History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip
Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip, a living history program at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. It takes place throughout the year on the first and third Saturday of each month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The five historic buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village, which are from the territorial days, come to life with living history interpreters dressed in period clothing from the…
Find out more »Family Farm Day
The Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid will host Family Farm Day on Saturday, October 4, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year, Family Farm Day will focus on Farm-to-Table and how early residents of Oklahoma provided for themselves before the introduction of grocery stores and commercial preservation techniques. Participate in hands-on crafts and games for the whole family! In addition to our popular annual activities like the petting zoo by Daze in a Maze, vintage tractors supplied…
Find out more »“Come One, Come All!” opening celebration and film screening of The Circus (1928) *postponed*
Come one, come all to the opening celebration of the Oklahoma Territorial Museum and Carnegie Library’s new spotlight exhibit, When the Circus Comes to Town! On Thursday, October 10, at 7 p.m., for a fun-filled evening! With free admission, you’ll get to enjoy a special showing of Charlie Chaplin’s film The Circus (1928). Put your unique skills in the center ring at our talent show—unicyclists are more than welcome! We’ll have light refreshments to munch on, and don’t forget to…
Find out more »Blacksmithing Demonstrations
On Saturdays, May 17, October 11, October 25, and November 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Cherokee Strip Museum and Rose Hill School will hold a Blacksmithing Demonstration in the blacksmith shop. Guests can enjoy watching the craftsmen work and have safe, hands-on experiences. Families are welcome to attend and watch the demonstrations inside the Blacksmith Shop on the grounds of the Cherokee Strip Museum. For more information about all of the activities planned, please call 580-336-2405. Free…
Find out more »Dewey Western Heritage Roundup
The town of Dewey will celebrate its heritage with the Dewey Western Heritage Roundup on Saturday, October 11. Celebrate the pioneering heritage of the city founded in 1899 by watching a parade of longhorn cattle, stagecoaches, and trick roping. Enjoy vendors, music, bounce houses, a petting zoo, a mechanical bull, a Western Trade Day, wagon rides, food trucks, and much more! Be sure to visit the Tom Mix Museum! It will be open with free admission to the public on…
Find out more »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 »History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip
Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip, a living history program at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. It takes place throughout the year on the first and third Saturday of each month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The five historic buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village, which are from the territorial days, come to life with living history interpreters dressed in period clothing from the…
Find out more »The Chisholm and Kingfisher County 4-H Barn Dance
On October 18, from 7 to 9 p.m., join The Chisholm and the Kingfisher County 4-H program for a boot-scootin’ good time at the community’s fall Barn Dance. The evening will feature live music by Mackynsie McKedy, dancing, and a chicken-fried steak dinner provided by working chuck wagons. Tickets must be purchased in advance, and they are just $25 for adults and $15 for children 13 and under. Participants must register in advance, and seating is limited. Payment must be…
Find out more »Blacksmithing Demonstrations
On Saturdays, May 17, October 11, October 25, and November 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Cherokee Strip Museum and Rose Hill School will hold a Blacksmithing Demonstration in the blacksmith shop. Guests can enjoy watching the craftsmen work and have safe, hands-on experiences. Families are welcome to attend and watch the demonstrations inside the Blacksmith Shop on the grounds of the Cherokee Strip Museum. For more information about all of the activities planned, please call 580-336-2405. Free…
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 »History Never Dies Halloween Carnival
The Oklahoma Territorial Museum and Carnegie Library will host their annual History Never Dies Carnival on Saturday, October 25, from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Visitors to this free event will find games, food, treats, candy, and, of course, costumes. This is a child—and family-friendly event, so be sure to bring kids of all ages to celebrate with us in our circus-themed Halloween carnival!
Find out more »Trick-or-Treat at the Museum
The Will Rogers Memorial Museum will host Trick-or-Treat night on Thursday, October 30, from 6 to 8 p.m. This event combines trick-or-treating with an opportunity for children and their families to visit the museum. Businesses and individuals will share treats. Halloween Night at the Museum is free and open to all ages. The family-friendly environment provides a safe and fun evening for costumed kiddos the day before Halloween. For more information, please call 918-341-0719 or visit willrogers.com.
Find out more »Haunt the Hill at the Chisholm
On Thursday, October 31, from 5 to 7 p.m., The Chisholm in Kingfisher will host “Haunt the Hill,” a family-friendly trick-or-treating event. There will be child-friendly candlelit mansion walk-throughs at Horizon Hill, the former mansion of the third territorial governor, A. J. Seay. Put Kingfisher on the list for some fun trick-or-treating activities for ghouls, ghosts, and costumed children of all ages!
Find out more »November 2025
History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip
Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip, a living history program at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. It takes place throughout the year on the first and third Saturday of each month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The five historic buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village, which are from the territorial days, come to life with living history interpreters dressed in period clothing from the…
Find out more »Will Rogers Days Parade
Join the Claremore community as it celebrates Will Rogers’s 146th birthday at the Will Rogers Days Parade, which will begin in downtown Claremore at 3 p.m. on the afternoon of November 1! The winning authors of the Will Rogers Medallion Awards will be the Grand Marshals of the parade. Immediately following the parade, at 4 p.m., the WRMM will host a birthday party for Oklahoma’s Favorite Son on the museum’s grounds. The party will include cake, inflatables, and family fun.…
Find out more »Will Rogers’s Birthday Party
Join the Claremore community as it celebrates Will Rogers’s 146th birthday at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum (WRMM). Immediately following the Will Rogers Day parade, at 4 p.m., the WRMM will host a birthday party for Oklahoma’s Favorite Son on the museum’s grounds. At 4:30 p.m., Bart Taylor, Will Rogers interpreter, will read from his new book, Will Rogers and His Great Inspiration, the third installment in the series. Be the first to hear the new book, and see illustrations…
Find out more »Buckaroo Bart’s book launch of Will Rogers and His Great Inspiration
On Saturday, November 1, at 4:30 p.m., at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum, Bart Taylor (a.k.a. Buckaroo Bart) will read from his new book, Will Rogers and His Great Inspiration, the third installment in his book series. Be the first to hear the new book, and see illustrations on the big screen in the Will Rogers Theatre! The third of Taylor’s books, featuring custom illustrations by Greg White, explores the real-life people who inspired Will Rogers to become a legend.…
Find out more »Will Rogers and His Great Inspiration book signing with Bart Taylor (Buckaroo Bart) and Jennifer Rogers Etcheverry
On Saturday, November 2, from 2 to 4 p.m., at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum, Bart Taylor (a.k.a. Buckaroo Bart) will be joined by Jennifer Rogers Etcheverry for a special book signing of the book Will Rogers and His Great Inspiration. The third of Taylor’s books, featuring custom illustrations by Greg White, explores the real-life people who inspired Will Rogers to become a legend. The title caught the attention of country music star Reba McEntire and actor Rex Linn, who…
Find out more »Blacksmithing Demonstrations
On Saturdays, May 17, October 11, October 25, and November 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Cherokee Strip Museum and Rose Hill School will hold a Blacksmithing Demonstration in the blacksmith shop. Guests can enjoy watching the craftsmen work and have safe, hands-on experiences. Families are welcome to attend and watch the demonstrations inside the Blacksmith Shop on the grounds of the Cherokee Strip Museum. For more information about all of the activities planned, please call 580-336-2405. Free…
Find out more »Wagons and Buggies Show: A Rural Heritage Festival
On Saturday, November 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., experience the sights, sounds, and spirit of 1893 at the Wagons and Buggies Show: A Rural Heritage Festival! This special event highlights the traditions of early Oklahoma settlers and promises a day full of history, hands-on activities, and fun for the entire family. Visitors can explore wagons and buggies on display outside the museum, enjoy live music on the lawn, and participate in carriage rides. Kids will love the petting…
Find out more »Celebrating 20 Years of the Oklahoma History Center
On Saturday, November 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Oklahoma History Center will open its doors to celebrate its 20th anniversary. This milestone event is free and open to all. Whether you are a longtime supporter or a first-time visitor, November 15 is the perfect day to discover what makes the Oklahoma History Center a place worth celebrating! Since 2005, the Oklahoma History Center has connected visitors to the stories of our state. Now, it’s marking its 20th anniversary with…
Find out more »History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip
Step back in time and experience life in the Cherokee Outlet during History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip, a living history program at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. It takes place throughout the year on the first and third Saturday of each month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The five historic buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village, which are from the territorial days, come to life with living history interpreters dressed in period clothing from the…
Find out more »Countdown to Christmas: Christmas Decorations: November 18–22
Join us as we begin the countdown to our annual December open house. Starting on November 18, in the weeks leading up to the Hunter’s Home Christmas Open House (December 14), the site will be exploring different aspects of the Christmas season. All Countdown to Christmas activities are free with paid admission to Hunter’s Home from 9 to 4:30 p.m. on the dates listed below. November 18 – 22: Christmas Decorations Guests can make and take a common Christmas decoration…
Find out more »Countdown to Christmas: Taste of Christmas Past: November 25, 26, and 29
Join us as we begin the countdown to our annual December open house. Starting on November 18, in the weeks leading up to the Hunter’s Home Christmas Open House (December 14), the site will be exploring different aspects of the Christmas season. All Countdown to Christmas activities are free with paid admission to Hunter’s Home from 9 to 4:30 p.m. on the dates listed below. November 18–22: Christmas Decorations Guests can make and take a common Christmas decoration from the…
Find out more »December 2025
Countdown to Christmas: Christmas Gifts: December 2–6 and 9–10
Join us as we begin the countdown to our annual December open house. Starting on November 18, in the weeks leading up to the Hunter’s Home Christmas Open House (December 14), the site will be exploring different aspects of the Christmas season. All Countdown to Christmas activities are free with paid admission to Hunter’s Home from 9 to 4:30 p.m. on the dates listed below. November 18–22: Christmas Decorations Guests can make and take a common Christmas decoration from the…
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