Press Release
December 4, 2024
Contact: Ron Brown
Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum, Oklahoma Historical Society
Office: 918-762-2513
ronny.brown@history.ok.gov
www.PawneeBillRanch.org
Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum to Host Annual Holiday Open House
PAWNEE, Okla. — On Saturday, December 14, Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum will host its annual holiday open house from 1-3 p.m.
Visitors can view seasonal decorations throughout the home of the world-renowned Wild West Show entertainer Gordon W. “Pawnee Bill” Lillie. Holiday decorations will adorn some of the outbuildings at the 500-acre working ranch. Family-friendly, festive activities will include tram rides (weather permitting), children’s crafts and an opportunity to take a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Hot cocoa and cookies will be served.
Attendees are encouraged to stop by the Pawnee Bill Ranch Museum Store for everyone on their gift list. From bison-themed gifts to western-themed toys, fragrances, jewelry and books, the store has a variety of unique gifts for all ages. If you cannot visit in person, check out the Museum Store online.
The holiday open house is included with paid admission to Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum. Members of the Oklahoma Historical Society or Friends of the Pawnee Bill Ranch Association get in free.
The Pawnee Bill Ranch Association will host its annual meeting and meal for members before the open house from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. The meeting and meal are open to current Ranch Association members and those who are interested in becoming members.
For more information, please call the ranch at 918-762-2513. The Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum is located at 1141 Pawnee Bill Rd. in Pawnee. Visit PawneeBillRanch.org for hours of operation and admission prices.
The Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum is a division of the Oklahoma Historical Society. The mission of the Oklahoma Historical Society is to collect, preserve and share the history and culture of the state of Oklahoma and its people. Founded in 1893 by members of the Territorial Press Association, the OHS maintains museums, historic sites and affiliates across the state. Through its research archives, exhibits, educational programs and publications the OHS chronicles the rich history of Oklahoma. For more information about the OHS, please visit www.okhistory.org.
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Editor’s Note: Photos of the Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum are available upon request.
