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November 2026
History Alive: President George and Martha Washington
The Oklahoma History Center Museum is honored to present Dan and Kelly Shippey in portrayals of George and Martha Washington as part of America250 and Oklahoma statehood commemorations. Join us for these special presentations on Monday, November 16, and Tuesday, November 17, Evening Programs Two evening programs are open to the public. Admission is $10 for members and $20 for nonmembers, and tickets will be available soon. Monday, November 16, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 17, 6:30 p.m. This program will…
Find out more »History Alive: President George and Martha Washington
The Oklahoma History Center Museum is honored to present Dan and Kelly Shippey in portrayals of George and Martha Washington as part of America250 and Oklahoma statehood commemorations. Join us for these special presentations on Monday, November 16, and Tuesday, November 17, Evening Programs Two evening programs are open to the public. Admission is $10 for members and $20 for nonmembers, and tickets will be available soon. Monday, November 16, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 17, 6:30 p.m. This program will…
Find out more »“The History of Western Oklahoma State College” with Chad Wiginton
The Museum of the Western Prairie will host a presentation with Western Oklahoma State College president Chad Wiginton on Tuesday, November 17, at 7 p.m. Learn the incredible story of the state’s oldest community college as he shares highlights from across the last one hundred years. Hear his stories and learn more about the early days of Altus. Hosted by the Western Trail Historical Society.
Find out more »Overground Railroad: The Green Book and the Roots of Black Travel in America author talk and book signing with Smithsonian Documentarian Candacy Taylor
On Friday, November 20, from 7 to 9 p.m., the Oklahoma History Center Museum and the Metropolitan Library system will co-sponsor a free author talk and signing with Smithsonian Documentarian and author Candacy Taylor. The special event will explore the title Overground Railroad: The Green Book and the Roots of Black Travel in America. Discover the stories behind the Green Book and its lasting impact on American history and Route 66. Before the program, guests are invited to explore the…
Find out more »December 2026
Winter Decorating for Christmas at Fort Gibson
For one week, from December 1 through 5, visitors will be treated to staff preparing the palisade for winter with festive early-1800s decorations at the Fort Gibson Historic Site. Before the Civil War, Christmas decorations were lovingly put up for the holidays, though not quite as extravagant as today! Decorations of mistletoe and other greenery, interspersed with fruits and brightly colored ribbon, were commonplace and will be up in several rooms at the bottom of the hill. Christmas was also…
Find out more »Winter Decorating for Christmas at Fort Gibson
For one week, from December 1 through 5, visitors will be treated to staff preparing the palisade for winter with festive early-1800s decorations at the Fort Gibson Historic Site. Before the Civil War, Christmas decorations were lovingly put up for the holidays, though not quite as extravagant as today! Decorations of mistletoe and other greenery, interspersed with fruits and brightly colored ribbon, were commonplace and will be up in several rooms at the bottom of the hill. Christmas was also…
Find out more »Winter Decorating for Christmas at Fort Gibson
For one week, from December 1 through 5, visitors will be treated to staff preparing the palisade for winter with festive early-1800s decorations at the Fort Gibson Historic Site. Before the Civil War, Christmas decorations were lovingly put up for the holidays, though not quite as extravagant as today! Decorations of mistletoe and other greenery, interspersed with fruits and brightly colored ribbon, were commonplace and will be up in several rooms at the bottom of the hill. Christmas was also…
Find out more »Winter Decorating for Christmas at Fort Gibson
For one week, from December 1 through 5, visitors will be treated to staff preparing the palisade for winter with festive early-1800s decorations at the Fort Gibson Historic Site. Before the Civil War, Christmas decorations were lovingly put up for the holidays, though not quite as extravagant as today! Decorations of mistletoe and other greenery, interspersed with fruits and brightly colored ribbon, were commonplace and will be up in several rooms at the bottom of the hill. Christmas was also…
Find out more »Winter Decorating for Christmas at Fort Gibson
For one week, from December 1 through 5, visitors will be treated to staff preparing the palisade for winter with festive early-1800s decorations at the Fort Gibson Historic Site. Before the Civil War, Christmas decorations were lovingly put up for the holidays, though not quite as extravagant as today! Decorations of mistletoe and other greenery, interspersed with fruits and brightly colored ribbon, were commonplace and will be up in several rooms at the bottom of the hill. Christmas was also…
Find out more »“Little Wars: Toy Soldiers for Training and Gaming” program
Toy soldiers have historically served as instruments for tabletop war gaming and military planning since antiquity. Site interpreter Seth Goff will deliver a living-history program examining the production methods, materials, and historical applications of toy soldiers in tabletop games. The program will take place on Friday, December 18, and Saturday, December 19, from 10 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 4 p.m., and is included with admission. The principal historical manual referenced for war games in this program is…
Find out more »“Little Wars: Toy Soldiers for Training and Gaming” program
Toy soldiers have historically served as instruments for tabletop war gaming and military planning since antiquity. Site interpreter Seth Goff will deliver a living-history program examining the production methods, materials, and historical applications of toy soldiers in tabletop games. The program will take place on Friday, December 18, and Saturday, December 19, from 10 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 4 p.m., and is included with admission. The principal historical manual referenced for war games in this program is…
Find out more »Winter Solstice Walks
On Saturday, December 19, the Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center will host two guided tours in celebration of the winter solstice. Anna Vincent, the current director of the Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center, will lead the tours. Two tours will be offered that day—one at 11 a.m., and another at 3:30 p.m. The 3:30 p.m. walk will conclude with a sunset viewing on the upper terrace, followed by a bonfire and hot chocolate at the visitor center. In the event of inclement…
Find out more »Winter Solstice Walks
On Saturday, December 19, the Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center will host two guided tours in celebration of the winter solstice. Anna Vincent, the current director of the Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center, will lead the tours. Two tours will be offered that day—one at 11 a.m., and another at 3:30 p.m. The 3:30 p.m. walk will conclude with a sunset viewing on the upper terrace, followed by a bonfire and hot chocolate at the visitor center. In the event of inclement…
Find out more »January 2027
The Lighthorse Police: A History of Tribal Justice lecture and book signing with Dr. Donald L. Fixico
An author talk and book signing featuring Donald L. Fixico (Muscogee, Seminole, Shawnee, Sac and Fox) will take place on Thursday, January 21, at 5:30 p.m., at the Oklahoma History Center. Fixico will present his latest work, The Lighthorse Police: A History of Tribal Justice (University of Oklahoma Press, 2026), which provides a comprehensive history of the Five Tribes’ law enforcement organizations. The book examines their origins, operations, and persistence from the late 18th century to the present. Before Oklahoma…
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