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May 2024

Spring on the Farm

May 4, 9 a.m.4 p.m.
Hunter’s Home, 19479 East Murrell Home Road Park Hill, OK 74451

Learn about 19th-century agriculture at Hunter’s Home on Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. as staff prepares for the upcoming growing season. Adults and children can observe the gardens, fields, animals, and Hunter’s Home, observing the changing seasons at the only remaining pre–Civil War plantation home in Oklahoma. Sheep shearing and other demonstrations will be happening at the event. Spring on the Farm is included in the regular admission price to Hunter’s Home. To follow all upcoming…

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Oklahoma Historical Society Membership Meeting

May 4, 10 a.m.
Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive Oklahoma City, OK 73105

A meeting of the membership of the Oklahoma Historical Society will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at 10 a.m. Agendas will be available online 24 hours prior to the meeting at okhistory.org/BOARD. This meeting will be held in person at the Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive, Oklahoma City, OK 73105.

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Oklahoma Historical Society Board of Directors Organizational Meeting

May 4, 10:15 a.m.
Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive Oklahoma City, OK 73105

An organizational meeting of the Oklahoma Historical Society Board of Directors will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:15 a.m. Agendas will be available online 24 hours prior to the meeting at okhistory.org/BOARD. This meeting will be held in person at the Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive, Oklahoma City, OK 73105.

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

May 4, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 20, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 3, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 17, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 2, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 16, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 6, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 20, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 4, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 18, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 1, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 15, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 6, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 20, 2024 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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Virtual Field Trip with Dr. Theodore Gonzalves

May 6, 10 a.m.11 a.m.
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One event on May 6, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

On Monday, May 6, the Oklahoma History Center’s Learning and Engagement department will host a virtual field trip in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution. The session for elementary students is from 10 to 11 a.m., and the high school session is from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Dr. Theodore Gonzalves, curator of Asian Pacific American History at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, will discuss artifacts and objects featured in his book Smithsonian Asian Pacific American History, Art, and Culture…

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Virtual Field Trip with Dr. Theodore Gonzalves

May 6, 1:30 p.m.2:30 p.m.
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One event on May 6, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

On Monday, May 6, the Oklahoma History Center’s Learning and Engagement department will host a virtual field trip in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution. The session for elementary students is from 10 to 11 a.m., and the high school session is from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Dr. Theodore Gonzalves, curator of Asian Pacific American History at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, will discuss artifacts and objects featured in his book Smithsonian Asian Pacific American History, Art, and Culture…

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Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA)

May 8, 10 a.m.12 p.m.

On Wednesday, May 8, at 10 a.m. (Central Time), the State Historic Preservation Office will present a free webinar to provide training on Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) requires federal agencies to consider projects' effects on important historical resources before funding, constructing, or permitting them. This training is intended (1) to provide a broad introduction to Section 106 and (2) to provide you with the information and…

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Drafting and Executing Section 106 Agreement Documents with the OKSHPO

May 9, 10 a.m.11 p.m.

On Thursday, May 9, at 10 a.m. (Central Time), the State Historic Preservation Office will host a free webinar on drafting and executing Section 106 agreement documents with the Oklahoma SHPO office. This workshop, led by Kristina Wyckoff, will expand upon the Section 106 agreement documents provided in the Section 106 workshop. This will include a review of Memoranda of Agreement (MOA) and Programmatic Agreements (PA); the purpose each type of document serves in the Section 106 process; a review…

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Quilting Workshop

May 11, 9 a.m.11 a.m.
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One event on March 9, 2024 at 9 a.m.

One event on April 13, 2024 at 9 a.m.

One event on May 11, 2024 at 9 a.m.

One event on June 8, 2024 at 9 a.m.

One event on July 13, 2024 at 9 a.m.

One event on August 10, 2024 at 9 a.m.

One event on September 7, 2024 at 9 a.m.

One event on October 12, 2024 at 9 a.m.

One event on November 9, 2024 at 9 a.m.

Sod House Museum, 4628 State Highway 8 near Aline, OK 73716

The Quilting Workshop meets on the second Saturday of each month from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Sod House Museum for $5 per person. Learn to create appliqué designs, traditional block patterns, original designs, crazy quilts, landscape designs, and paper piecing. New members of any skill level are always encouraged to attend! Share in the happy exchange of shared skills, fun, camaraderie, refreshments, discussions, quilt patterns, and old-fashioned bed turnings at the next quilting workshop. Proceeds directly fund Sod…

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Civil War-Era Music Program

May 11, 1 p.m.
Honey Springs Battlefield, 423159 E 1030 Road Checotah, OK 74426

Honey Springs Battlefield will host a Civil War-Era music program on Saturday, May 11, at 1 p.m. The Loco Focos and Shadow Ridge bands will play songs of the Civil War period as closely as possible to their original form while using period instruments. Guests are also encouraged to explore the east and west gallery exhibit halls, which feature a 3D theater, 14 audio players with recordings from first-hand written accounts of soldiers who fought at the Battle of Honey…

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OU/OAS Archaeological Field School at Spiro Mounds begins

May 13
Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center, 18154 First Street Spiro, OK 74959

From May 13 to June 12, the University of Oklahoma students and faculty and the Oklahoma Archeological Survey staff 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…

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The Historic Preservation Tax Incentives Program Overview

May 13, 10 a.m.11 a.m.

On Monday, May 13, from 10 to 11 a.m., the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) will have a free webinar featuring an overview of the Historic Preservation Tax Incentives Program. Sara Werneke will be the featured presenter. Participants will learn about the federal and state investment tax credits for certified rehabilitation of a certified historic structure. A detailed discussion of the Historic Preservation Certification Application, Parts 1, 2, and 3, will guide owners and developers in successfully preparing the information…

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The Historic Preservation Tax Credit: A Case Study

May 14, 10 a.m.11 a.m.

On Tuesday, May 14, from 10 to 11 a.m., the State Historic Preservation Office will offer a free webinar entitled “The Historic Preservation Tax Credit: A Case Study.” Sara Werneke will be the featured presenter. Knowing what should be in a Historic Preservation Tax Credit project submission can be daunting. Even knowing where to start can be overwhelming. In this workshop, Werneke will use a case study of an actual tax credit project that successfully went through the process and…

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Asian American and Pacific Islander Experiences in Oklahoma: A Historical Journey

May 14, 11 a.m.1 p.m.
Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive Oklahoma City, OK 73105

On Tuesday, May 14, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Oklahoma History Center will highlight the history, heritage, and contributions of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community in Oklahoma with “Asian American and Pacific Islander Experiences in Oklahoma: A Historical Journey.” The luncheon’s keynote speaker is Ban Nguyen. He is of Vietnamese heritage, an operating partner of Jimmy’s Egg and Rivière Modern Bánh Mì restaurants, and a founding OHS Multicultural Office Board member. The event is free…

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Oklahoma Historical Society Executive Committee meeting

May 15, 1:30 p.m.
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One event on February 21, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

One event on March 20, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

One event on April 17, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

One event on May 15, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

One event on June 19, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

One event on July 17, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

One event on August 21, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

One event on September 18, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

One event on October 16, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

One event on November 20, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

One event on December 18, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

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

Oklahoma Historical Society Executive Committee meetings are scheduled on the third Wednesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. However, Executive Committee meetings are not usually held on the months in which the full board meets. Agendas will be available online 24 hours prior to the meeting at okhistory.org/BOARD. Unless otherwise noted, all meetings are held at the Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive, Oklahoma City, OK, 73105.  

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Summer Sounds Concert featuring Jason Scott and High Heat

May 16, 7 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Chisholm Trail Museum and Horizon Hill, 605 Zellers Avenue Kingfisher, OK 73750

Join The Chisholm on the third Thursday of May, June, July, and August for a free Summer Sounds Concert series. Plan to come early and enjoy dinner from a featured food truck beginning at 6 p.m. Then, spread out your favorite blanket or set up a comfy lawn chair and enjoy live music from 7:00 – 8:30 at Horizon Hill, the home of territorial governor A.J. Seay. Each month will feature a unique group of Oklahoma musicians and a local…

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200th Anniversary Commemoration

May 18
Fort Towson Historic Site, 896 N 4375 Road, Fort Towson, OK 74735

The Oklahoma Historical Society will commemorate the bicentennial of Fort Gibson and Fort Towson this year. Both forts were established in 1824 in Indian Territory—and 2024 marks 200 years since their inception. Fort Towson Historic Site will host a 200th Anniversary Commemoration on Saturday, May 18. Situated near the Red River, Fort Towson initially served as an outpost on the border between the United States and Mexico (present-day Texas). The Fort Towson Historic Site visitor center offers engaging exhibits that…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

May 18, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 20, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 3, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 17, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 2, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 16, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 6, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 20, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 4, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 18, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 1, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 15, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 6, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 20, 2024 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 Wayne McCombs Classic, 1880s-era Baseball Game

May 18, 2 p.m.5 p.m.
Will Rogers Memorial Museum, 1720 West Will Rogers Boulevard Claremore, OK 74017

On Saturday, May 18, from 2 to 5 p.m., learn the history of America’s favorite pastime at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum as living history athletes conduct an 1880s-era baseball game. Bring the family and your gloves to learn about the history of baseball while watching a 19th-century-style baseball game. The game takes its name from beloved Claremore museum director Wayne McCombs (1952–2023). In addition to his job at the  Davis Gun Museum, he was a sports aficionado and baseball expert…

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Thursday Night Lecture Series: The Will Rogers Medallion Award program with Chris Enss and Preston Lewis

May 23, 7 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Will Rogers Memorial Museum, 1720 West Will Rogers Boulevard Claremore, OK 74017

On Thursday, May 23, at 7 p.m., Will Rogers Medallion Award Executive Director Chris Enss and award-winning author Preston Lewis will discuss the Will Rogers Medallion Award program at the May Thursday Night Lecture Series at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. Preston Lewis is the Spur Award-winning author of more than 40 western, juvenile and historical novels on the Old West as well as numerous articles, short stories and book reviews on the American frontier. About the Will Rogers Medallion Award…

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“Hunter Trapper” Living History program ends

May 31
Fort Gibson Historic Site, 907 North Garrison Avenue Fort Gibson, OK 74434

Come to the Fort Gibson Historic Site on Fridays and Saturdays in the month of May to learn more about the life of a Hunter/Trapper in the Indian Territory (present-day Oklahoma). Long before Fort Gibson was established, hunters and trappers in Indian Territory hunted and trapped fur-bearing animals for the purpose of trading for goods. Once Fort Gibson was established, hunters and trappers were pivotal to a successful economy, which had a larger part in the development of America. Fort…

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Movie Night featuring Angels in the Outfield (1994)

May 31, 6 p.m.9 p.m.
Will Rogers Memorial Museum, 1720 West Will Rogers Boulevard Claremore, OK 74017

Will Rogers Memorial Museum in Claremore will host a FREE Movie Night featuring the film Angels in the Outfield (1994) in its theater on Friday, May 31. Admission to the movie is free, and guests can also enjoy free popcorn and drinks while watching the film, thanks to the Bank of Commerce’s sponsorship. Seating is limited, so the doors will open at 6 p.m. Please call 918-341-0719 for more information.

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June 2024

Clem Rogers and the Legacy of the Rogers Ranch exhibit closes

June 1
Will Rogers Memorial Museum, 1720 West Will Rogers Boulevard Claremore, OK 74017

Clem Rogers and the Legacy of the Rogers Ranch exhibit will remain open at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum in Claremore through June 1, 2024. On Thursday, June 1, the exhibit Clem Rogers and the Legacy of the Rogers Ranch opened at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum in Claremore. In the shadow of the iconic statue of Will Rogers in the Will Rogers Memorial Museum’s rotunda is a new exhibit telling the story of his father, Clem Rogers, and the Rogers…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

June 1, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 20, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 3, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 17, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 2, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 16, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 6, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 20, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 4, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 18, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 1, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 15, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 6, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 20, 2024 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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Inaugural Impressions: Oklahoma’s First Ladies Go to the Ball exhibit opens

June 7
Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive Oklahoma City, OK 73105

This summer, the Oklahoma History Center Museum (OHCM) will be dressed to the nines as it opens an exhibit in the Noble Gallery highlighting the gowns Oklahoma’s first ladies wore to their inaugural balls. The exhibit Inaugural Impressions: Oklahoma’s First Ladies Go to the Ball will open on Friday, June 7. The show will contextualize their roles by highlighting how they presented themselves to the public at their husbands’ inaugurations. An array of fashions worn by first ladies will be…

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Basic Barn Quilt Workshop

June 7, 9 a.m.4 p.m.
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One event on June 8, 2024 at 9 a.m.

Chisholm Trail Museum and Horizon Hill, 605 Zellers Avenue Kingfisher, OK 73750

The Chisholm Trail Museum in Kingfisher will hold two Basic Barn Quilt Workshops on Friday, June 7, and also on Saturday, June 8 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on both days. Barn quilts are square-shaped boards painted to resemble a quilt block and placed on any structure. They have evolved into a rural development initiative to boost tourism in communities. OSU Extension Educator Lindy Hoel will lead both workshops, and each participant will complete their own wooden barn quilt…

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Oklahoma History Center Open House

June 7, 5 p.m.7 p.m.
Oklahoma History Center Museum, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive Oklahoma City, OK 73105

The Oklahoma History Center is thrilled to host this exclusive event, where we will showcase the array of unique room rentals available at our museum. This event will provide attendees with an immersive experience, showcasing the versatility and ambiance of each room through meticulously crafted mock setups. The breadth of possibilities available for events at the History Center ranges from corporate gatherings and weddings to private receptions and cultural celebrations. Expect door prizes, raffle tickets, or specials for services or…

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Quilting Workshop

June 8, 9 a.m.11 a.m.
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One event on March 9, 2024 at 9 a.m.

One event on April 13, 2024 at 9 a.m.

One event on May 11, 2024 at 9 a.m.

One event on June 8, 2024 at 9 a.m.

One event on July 13, 2024 at 9 a.m.

One event on August 10, 2024 at 9 a.m.

One event on September 7, 2024 at 9 a.m.

One event on October 12, 2024 at 9 a.m.

One event on November 9, 2024 at 9 a.m.

Sod House Museum, 4628 State Highway 8 near Aline, OK 73716

The Quilting Workshop meets on the second Saturday of each month from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Sod House Museum for $5 per person. Learn to create appliqué designs, traditional block patterns, original designs, crazy quilts, landscape designs, and paper piecing. New members of any skill level are always encouraged to attend! Share in the happy exchange of shared skills, fun, camaraderie, refreshments, discussions, quilt patterns, and old-fashioned bed turnings at the next quilting workshop. Proceeds directly fund Sod…

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Guided Tours

June 8, 9 a.m.4:30 p.m.
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One event on June 15, 2024 at 9 a.m.

One event on June 29, 2024 at 9 a.m.

One event on July 6, 2024 at 9 a.m.

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

Students from the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma (USAO) will serve as tour guides on the six trails that cross the 1,100-acre Honey Springs Battlefield on three Saturdays in June: June 8 ,15, and 29, as well as Saturday, July 6. The students will point out the exact locations of military actions, highlight key aspects of the engagement, and discuss its historical importance. Normally, the park and its six trails are self-guided, with a total of 55 trail…

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Basic Barn Quilt Workshop

June 8, 9 a.m.4 p.m.
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One event on June 8, 2024 at 9 a.m.

Chisholm Trail Museum and Horizon Hill, 605 Zellers Avenue Kingfisher, OK 73750

The Chisholm Trail Museum in Kingfisher will hold two Basic Barn Quilt Workshops on Friday, June 7, and also on Saturday, June 8 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on both days. Barn quilts are square-shaped boards painted to resemble a quilt block and placed on any structure. They have evolved into a rural development initiative to boost tourism in communities. OSU Extension Educator Lindy Hoel will lead both workshops, and each participant will complete their own wooden barn quilt…

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Pawnee Bill’s Original Wild West Show

June 8, 11 a.m.9 p.m.
Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum, 1141 Pawnee Bill Road Pawnee, OK 74058

The Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum will celebrate the lives of Major Gordon W. “Pawnee Bill” Lillie, his wife May Lillie, and their famous Wild West Shows with a one-day celebration on Saturday, June 8. Pawnee Bill’s Original Wild West Show will be held from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the original historic ranch site. Stagecoaches will roll amid thundering horse hooves while the lightning of gunfire explodes around Pawnee Bill, May, and their cohorts, as the talented performers…

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OU/OAS Archaeological Field School concludes

June 12
Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center, 18154 First Street Spiro, OK 74959

From May 13 to June 12, the University of Oklahoma students, faculty, and the Oklahoma Archeological Survey staff will excavate at Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center for a month. 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…

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“Masonic Lodges of Oklahoma” presentation by Kenneth Sivard

June 13, 2 p.m.3 p.m.

On Thursday, June 13, 2024, at 2 p.m. (Central Time), Oklahoma Historical Society board member Kenneth Sivard will make a virtual presentation about the Masonic Lodges of Oklahoma. Register for the webinar.   About Kenneth Sivard A sixth-generation McCurtain County native, Kenny Sivard joined the McCurtain County Historical Society at age fifteen, was elected to the society’s board of directors at age seventeen, and was elected president of the organization in 2009. He received the society’s Distinguished Service Award in…

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Guided Tours

June 15, 9 a.m.4:30 p.m.
|Recurring Event (See all)

One event on June 15, 2024 at 9 a.m.

One event on June 29, 2024 at 9 a.m.

One event on July 6, 2024 at 9 a.m.

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

Students from the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma (USAO) will serve as tour guides on the six trails that cross the 1,100-acre Honey Springs Battlefield on three Saturdays in June: June 8 ,15, and 29, as well as Saturday, July 6. The students will point out the exact locations of military actions, highlight key aspects of the engagement, and discuss its historical importance. Normally, the park and its six trails are self-guided, with a total of 55 trail…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

June 15, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 20, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 3, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 17, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 2, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 16, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 6, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 20, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 4, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 18, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 1, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 15, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 6, 2024 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 20, 2024 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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Will’s Wild West Kids Camp

June 17, 8:30 a.m.12:30 p.m.
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One event on June 18, 2024 at 8:30 a.m.

One event on June 19, 2024 at 8:30 a.m.

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

Grab your lasso and join the fun at Will‘s Wild West Kids Camp June 17–19 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum (WRMM) in Claremore. Will’s Wild West Kids Camp will transport participants back in time to the Wild West with hands-on activities in a fun learning environment. Kids can participate in nature programs and crafts, watch a cowboy magician, hear Cherokee storytelling, and ride in Pawnee Bill’s stagecoach—and much, much more! Campers ages 5…

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Will’s Wild West Kids Camp

June 18, 8:30 a.m.12:30 p.m.
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One event on June 18, 2024 at 8:30 a.m.

One event on June 19, 2024 at 8:30 a.m.

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

Grab your lasso and join the fun at Will‘s Wild West Kids Camp June 17–19 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum (WRMM) in Claremore. Will’s Wild West Kids Camp will transport participants back in time to the Wild West with hands-on activities in a fun learning environment. Kids can participate in nature programs and crafts, watch a cowboy magician, hear Cherokee storytelling, and ride in Pawnee Bill’s stagecoach—and much, much more! Campers ages 5…

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Will’s Wild West Kids Camp

June 19, 8:30 a.m.12:30 p.m.
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One event on June 18, 2024 at 8:30 a.m.

One event on June 19, 2024 at 8:30 a.m.

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

Grab your lasso and join the fun at Will‘s Wild West Kids Camp June 17–19 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum (WRMM) in Claremore. Will’s Wild West Kids Camp will transport participants back in time to the Wild West with hands-on activities in a fun learning environment. Kids can participate in nature programs and crafts, watch a cowboy magician, hear Cherokee storytelling, and ride in Pawnee Bill’s stagecoach—and much, much more! Campers ages 5…

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Oklahoma Historical Society Executive Committee meeting

June 19, 1:30 p.m.
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One event on February 21, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

One event on March 20, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

One event on April 17, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

One event on May 15, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

One event on June 19, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

One event on July 17, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

One event on August 21, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

One event on September 18, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

One event on October 16, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

One event on November 20, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

One event on December 18, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

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

Oklahoma Historical Society Executive Committee meetings are scheduled on the third Wednesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. However, Executive Committee meetings are not usually held on the months in which the full board meets. Agendas will be available online 24 hours prior to the meeting at okhistory.org/BOARD. Unless otherwise noted, all meetings are held at the Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive, Oklahoma City, OK, 73105.  

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Lunch and Learn: “Robert M. Jones: A Choctaw Millionare in the American South, 1808–1873”

June 20, 12 p.m.

In this “Lunch and Learn” webinar, Dr. Jeff Fortney will delve into the complex figure of Robert M. Jones, a Choctaw man who became one of the South’s wealthiest individuals through his involvement in slavery, commerce, and land acquisition during the 19th century. Jones’s life and career during Indian Removal, rebuilding in Indian Territory, the Civil War, and Reconstruction will be explored to gain insights into the intertwined histories of the Choctaw Nation and capitalism in the South. Jones was…

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