Events for September 1, 2022 - October 15, 2022
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September 2022
Working America: A Sam Comen Photography Exhibition opens
Working America: A Sam Comen Photography Exhibition, will open at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center on Thursday, September 1, 2022. In the exhibition, artist Sam Comen presents a series of portraits of American immigrants and first-generation Americans at work in the small, skilled trades as icons of the American experience. The subjects share stories of economic independence and struggle, belonging and exclusion, faith and fear, and service to both community and family. A variety of themes are explored in…
Find out more »Drummond Heirlooms exhibit opens
For the entire month of September, family heirlooms belonging to the Fred and Addie Drummond family will be on display at the Victorian-style home they built in 1905. Once a year, the historic home brings out the artifacts belonging to the successful Osage County ranching family for the public to view. Articles of clothing, school memorabilia, sheet music, quilts, toys, and numerous attic treasures belonging to the Frederick and Adeline Drummond family will be on display from Thursday, September 1,…
Find out more »Oklahoma Heritage Preservation Grant Program online workshop
The Oklahoma Historical Society will host two online workshops to inform the public about the Oklahoma Heritage Preservation Grant Program application process. The workshops will be held Thursday, September 1, at 1 p.m. and Monday, September 12, at 10 a.m. In this online program, OHS Grants Administrator Nicole Harvey will provide guidance for groups interested in applying for the 2022/2023 grant cycle. Participants will learn which organizations and projects are eligible, how to apply, and the criteria used to evaluate…
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 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 historic buildings in the Humphrey Heritage Village come alive with reenactors who are tending their shops, working their trades, or socializing at the Village Church. Visitors can learn about different skills and trades of the time, or…
Find out more »History OffCenter: Trivia Night at Angry Scotsman Brewing
Can you name Oklahoma’s largest county by area? Do you know the Oklahoma hometown of the man who voiced Donald Duck? It’s time to dust off your thinking cap for Oklahoma Trivia Night! History OffCenter, a project of the Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS), will host Oklahoma Trivia Night on Thursday, September 8, starting at 6 p.m. at Angry Scotsman Brewing, located at 704 W. Reno Ave. in Oklahoma City. Questions will cover topics including geography, politics, popular culture, sports, and…
Find out more »“Musket Demo Day” living history program
On Friday, September 9, and Saturday, September 10, Fort Gibson Historic Site will host a living history program based on the history of musket firearms and musket demonstrations. This program will run from 10 a.m. to noon and again from 1 to 3 p.m. Muskets were an important tool for soldiers and civilians in the region. The staff at Fort Gibson will detail the variety and use of muskets during the period during which Fort Gibson was active. The program…
Find out more »Museum After Dark: Working America exhibit opening
On Friday, September 9, from 6 to 8 p.m., the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center (CSRHC) will kick off the opening of Sam Comen's Working America exhibit with a tour and lecture. From 6 to 7 p.m., Dr. Neal Matherne, CSRHC's education director will lead visitors on a tour of the exhibit, sharing regional and local stories from the museum's oral history collection. The tour will be followed by a lecture from 7 to 8 p.m., exploring the themes of labor and…
Find out more »Observing with NASA Smithsonian exhibit kiosk opens
Beginning September 12, the Oklahoma History Center (OHC) will host Observing With NASA, an authentic data experience with astronomical imaging. This exhibit kiosk from the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory engages visitors in the art and science of NASA imagery. Observing With NASA offers an introduction to the tools, data, and skills that NASA space scientists and data visualization experts use to create the images of deep space objects that we all know and love. Available at the OHC until December 31,…
Find out more »Documenting Wichita Gathering Places and Allotments webinar
On Monday, September 12, at noon (Central Time) the Oklahoma State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) will host “Documenting Wichita Gathering Places and Allotments,” a webinar in its Lunch and Learn series. Dr. Sarah Trabert of the University of Oklahoma, Brandi Bethke with the Oklahoma Archeological Survey and Gary McAdams with the Wichita and Affiliated Tribes will discuss their recent and ongoing research in this field. To register for this free webinar, or to view previous SHPO Lunch and Learn webinars,…
Find out more »Prairie to Palate outdoor dining experience and fundraiser
The Pioneer Woman Museum in Ponca City is excited to host its annual Prairie to Palate farm-to-table fundraising dinner on Thursday, September 15, 2022. The event will be held on the beautiful lawn of the Pioneer Woman Museum. Enjoy a night of delicious fare, wine, live music, and a silent auction. Dinner will be provided by Stagecoach BBQ & Catering, dessert by Banana Crate, drinks by Vortex Alley Brewing, and live music by Ryan Burkett. All proceeds support the Pioneer…
Find out more »Thursday Night Lecture Series featuring Ted Reeds
Will Rogers Memorial Museum will have a Thursday Night Lecture Series in the museum theater on Thursday, September 15. The program will begin at 7 p.m. Architect Ted Reeds will give a presentation on the development and design of Art Deco architecture in the city of Tulsa and John Duncan Forsyth (1887–1963) who was the architect of the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. Forsyth was a Scottish-American architect who came to prominence working in the Tulsa area. For more information, please…
Find out more »“Traveling by Keelboat” living history program
On Friday, September 16, and Saturday, September 17, join the staff and volunteers at Fort Gibson Historic Site as they demonstrate the operations of a keelboat during a special riverside living history program. The tours to the riverside will run at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. on both days. These riverside demonstrations will show visitors the skills needed to operate a keelboat, which was the way goods and supplies were originally delivered to Fort Gibson. Guests are encouraged…
Find out more »“A Long Walk in the Sun: Mexican-American War Days”
Fort Towson Historic Site will host “A Long Walk in the Sun: Mexican-American War Days” on Saturday, September 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This free event will feature an encampment set in the 1846–1848 time period of the Mexican-American War. There will be educational presentations and opportunities to interact with experts in the fields of infantry, mountain howitzers, dragoons, and field artillery. The public is invited to attend “A Long Walk in the Sun” to view demonstrations and…
Find out more »Smithsonian magazine Museum Day at the Oklahoma History Center
The Oklahoma History Center (OHC) will open its doors free of charge on Saturday, September 17, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., as part of Smithsonian magazine Museum Day. On this day only, participating museums from all 50 states offer free admission to Museum Day ticketholders, representing the Smithsonian Institution’s national commitment to access, equality and inclusion. Join the OHS as it celebrates this year’s Museum Day theme, “American Experience.” Museum Day goes beyond getting visitors through museum doors—it acts…
Find out more »Smithsonian magazine Museum Day at the Overholser Mansion
The Henry and Anna Overholser Mansion will open its doors free of charge on Saturday, September 17, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., as part of Smithsonian magazine Museum Day. On this day only, participating museums from all 50 states offer free admission to Museum Day ticketholders, representing the Smithsonian Institution’s national commitment to access, equality and inclusion. Join the Henry and Anna Overholser Mansion as it celebrates this year’s Museum Day theme, “American Experience.” Museum Day goes beyond getting…
Find out more »Smithsonian magazine Museum Day at Will Rogers Memorial Museum
The Will Rogers Memorial Museum will open its doors free of charge on Saturday, September 17, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., as part of Smithsonian magazine Museum Day. On this day only, participating museums from all 50 states offer free admission to Museum Day ticketholders, representing the Smithsonian Institution’s national commitment to access, equality and inclusion. Join the Will Rogers Memorial Museum as it celebrates this year’s Museum Day theme, “American Experience.” Museum Day goes beyond getting visitors through…
Find out more »Smithsonian magazine Museum Day at Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum
The Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum will open its doors free of charge on Saturday, September 17, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., as part of Smithsonian magazine Museum Day. On this day only, participating museums from all 50 states offer free admission to Museum Day ticketholders, representing the Smithsonian Institution’s national commitment to access, equality and inclusion. Join the Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum as it celebrates this year’s Museum Day theme, “American Experience.” Museum Day goes beyond getting…
Find out more »“History of Masonic Temples in Oklahoma” presentation by T. S. Akers
On Saturday, September 17, at 1 p.m., Honey Springs Battlefield will host the “History of Masonic Temples in Oklahoma,” a presentation by T. S. Akers. Akers, a historian of Freemasonry in Oklahoma, will discuss the establishment and architecture of Masonic Temples in Oklahoma. T. S. Akers is a resident of Oklahoma City who graduated from Eufaula High School in 2003. He is also a citizen of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation and curator of collections for the McAlester Valley of the…
Find out more »Let’s Talk About It: The Log of a Cowboy: A Narrative of the Old Trail Days (1903) by Andy Adams
Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum in Pawnee has partnered with Oklahoma Humanities (OH) to host OH’s book discussion series “Let’s Talk About It.” The book club meetings will take place as monthly in-person and online gatherings at the museum on Blue Hawk Peak and will feature a different book title each month from July to November. All five of the books in the program have the overarching theme of the historical cowboy—the hired man on horseback who rode the ranges…
Find out more »Autumnal Equinox Walks
Come to Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center on Thursday, September 22, 2022, for the Autumnal Equinox Walks. As the end of summer nears and crops are ready for harvest, the time of the year arrives for the most important of ceremonies for many Indigenous peoples, the Busk or Green Corn Ceremony. The Green Corn Ceremony was a harvest and renewal ceremony that took place around the autumnal equinox in the Spiro area. On September 22 there will be three walks beginning…
Find out more »“Candles on Post” living history program
On Friday, September 23, and Saturday, September 24, from 10 a.m. to noon, and again from 1-3 p.m., the Fort Gibson Historic Site will be having a living history program entitled Candles on Post. Various practices of using and making candles, essential to fort life will begin with a candle-making demonstration in the palisade kitchens while learning about the differences between candles made of beeswax and those made of tallow. Learn the importance of wick length for longer-burning candles. 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 at the home on Saturday, September 24, from 1 to 4 p.m. The family-friendly event will be held out of doors. After visitors tour the Drummond Heirlooms exhibit and take a tour of the three-story historic home, they can enjoy the shade and a cooling cup of ice cream on the front porch. Author Rosanne McKee will be…
Find out more »Movie Night featuring Animal Crackers (1930)
Will Rogers Memorial Museum in Claremore will host a Movie Night featuring the film Animal Crackers (1930) in its theater on Saturday, September 24, at 7 p.m. “Horsing Around with Will” will take place from 6 to 7 p.m., during which families can enjoy activities and crafts relating to the movie’s theme. Guests can enjoy free admission, popcorn, and drinks while watching the film. Seating is limited, so early arrival is suggested. This event is FREE to attend thanks to…
Find out more »“Americana: A Musical Tour of the USA” Kilgen Organ performance featuring Jonas Nordwall
The fall performance of the Kilgen Organ series will feature organist Jonas Nordwall, presenting musical selections that follow the theme “Americana: A Musical Tour of the USA.” This performance will be held at the Oklahoma History Center on September 26 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Jonas Nordwall is an internationally renowned virtuoso organist equally skilled in both traditional classical and modern/popular schools of musical performance. He has performed in North America, Japan, Europe, and China and has performed nine concert…
Find out more »“Presente” in Oklahoma!
September 15 to October 15 is Hispanic American Heritage Month. To celebrate the significant contributions of Latinos in the state of Oklahoma, the OHS Multicultural Office is planning “Presente" in Oklahoma!, a panel discussion focusing on Hispanic history to be held at the Oklahoma History Center on Tuesday, September 27, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The panel will consist of historians, scholars, and representatives from Hispanic families with deep roots in Oklahoma. During this event, speakers will share the…
Find out more »Drummond Heirlooms exhibit closes
For the entire month of September, family heirlooms belonging to the Fred and Addie Drummond family will be on display at the Victorian-style home they built in 1905. Once a year, the historic home brings out the artifacts belonging to the successful Osage County ranching family for the public to view. Articles of clothing, school memorabilia, sheet music, quilts, toys, and numerous attic treasures belonging to the Frederick and Adeline Drummond family will be on display from Thursday, September 1,…
Find out more »October 2022
Sun and Silver: Photography Before Statehood exhibit closes
The Oklahoma History Center exhibit Sun and Silver: Photography Before Statehood will close on October 1, 2022. This exhibit showcases well-known professional traveling and studio photographers of the pre-statehood era, and presents lesser-known amateur photographers of the same period. Also included in Sun and Silver is an exploration of the various processes used for developing photographs. Magical images on mirror-like, silver-coated copper surfaces (daguerreotypes), mysterious fragile glass negatives (wet-plate photography), and unique, blue-toned prints (cyanotypes) are just a small sample of what guests will see.
The exhibit is on display in the Cooper and Gladys West Atrium Wing and Gallery during regular museum hours, Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Museum admission is $10 for adults, $5 for seniors ages 62 and over, $5 for students and free for children ages five and under. Group rates are available upon request. Oklahoma Historical Society members, active-duty military, veterans, and dependents (with ID) are admitted at no charge.
Find out more »Annual Quilt Show opens
Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum will host its annual Quilt Show during the month of October, featuring heirloom and modern quilts from across the state. Cimarron Valley Quilt Guild and Pawnee Bill Quilt Guild members are instrumental in putting together this yearly event. The show opens on Saturday, October 1, and closes on Sunday, October 30. There is no charge to view the Quilt Show, which is available to visitors during regular hours of operation. Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum…
Find out more »Cinnamon Roll Social
On Saturday, October 1, from 10 a.m. to noon, the Fort Towson Historic Site will host a cinnamon roll social. This is an opportunity to enjoy some delicious Dutch oven cinnamon rolls and visit with friends. All are invited to attend this FREE event. Email fttowson@history.ok.gov for more information.
Find out more »Family Farm Day
On Saturday, October 1, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., join in the celebration of our agricultural heritage at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center. Family Farm Day gives families the opportunity to experience different hands-on activities. Come shell and grind corn, churn butter, decorate pumpkins, and MUCH MORE! The CSRHC’s Family Farm Day is an annual event celebrating the proud farming heritage that built northwest Oklahoma.
Find out more »Heritage Hills Historic Homes Tour
Visit Oklahoma City for the Heritage Hills Historic Homes Tour on Saturday, October 1, and Sunday, October 2. Tours will be held from noon to 5 p.m. each day. This self-guided tour allows attendees to visit several private residences in the Heritage Hills neighborhood and the Henry and Anna Overholser Mansion. The tour offers a glimpse of the past beautifully melded with the present, showcasing these historically charming residences. Ticket prices for this year’s Historic Homes Tour are $20. Children…
Find out more »Research Center Book Sale
The Oklahoma Historical Society’s John and Eleanor Kirkpatrick Research Center will host its book sale Wednesday, October 5, through Saturday, October 8, at the Oklahoma History Center, located at 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive in Oklahoma City. The sale is open from 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, and from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday. The sale will include books on a variety of topics, featuring many rare and out-of-print titles. Visitors can shop for…
Find out more »OkNHD Library Day
Join us for our annual OkNHD Library Day at the Oklahoma History Center on Thursday, October 6, 2022. Students will research in the library and attend workshops for help with their projects. OkNHD Library Day is free for teachers, students, and chaperones! The fee for this program is included with the cost of admission. Registration opens on August 25 and closes on September 29.
Find out more »“Coffee Time” living history program
On Friday, October 7, and Saturday, October 8, from 10 a.m. to noon, and again from 1 to 3 p.m. join Fort Gibson Historic Site staff as they present a program all about coffee which will follow the process of bringing the coffee beans from the tree to the mug. Learn what coffee varietals were available in the 19th century and see the equipment used to process and brew coffee. In the history of this nation, there has been one…
Find out more »Doaksville Historic Candlelight Tour
Experience the history of southeastern Oklahoma at the annual Doaksville Historic Candlelight Tours. Tours will be held Friday, October 7, and Saturday, October 8, beginning at 6:30 p.m., with the last tour departing at 9:30 p.m. A guide will take visitors on a 45-minute walking tour through the streets of this once prominent town. The venues on the tour will cover specific historic events in Doaksville’s history. Doaksville served as the capital of the Choctaw Nation intermittently after 1850 and…
Find out more »The Battle of Honey Springs documentary screening at the Bass & Belle Wild West Film Fest
The Oklahoma Historical Society is excited to announce that The Battle of Honey Springs, a documentary, depicting the largest Civil War battle to take place in present-day Oklahoma, will be screened on October 8, at 3:30 p.m. at the Bass & Belle Wild West Film Fest at the Roxy Theater in Muskogee. On July 17, 1863, near the community of Honey Springs in the Muscogee Nation, the United States and Confederate forces battled for control of Indian Territory. Brother fought…
Find out more »History & Haunts at the Overholser **SOLD OUT**
Due to popular demand, the 2022 History & Haunts tours are sold out. The tours will begin with a brief introduction in the Overholser Mansion Carriage House followed by a rare glimpse inside the Henry and Anna Overholser Mansion after dark. See the home in its nighttime splendor, learn the history of the home and its former occupants, and discover why some say they are still roaming the halls! The tour will give time for guests to explore the historic…
Find out more »“Outlaw Mummy: The Story of Elmer McCurdy” webinar
On Thursday, October 13, at noon (Central Time), the State Historic Preservation Office is not afraid to host Michael Williams, curator at the Oklahoma Territorial Museum in Guthrie, for an unsettling story about the world travels of Elmer McCurdy. Williams will tell the twisted tale of the Outlaw Mummy Elmer McCurdy following his life as a train-robbing outlaw, the gun that killed him, the lawman who fired the fatal shot, and McCurdy’s postmortem career as a carnival attraction. Register for the…
Find out more »Monte Walsh (2003) film screening
On Friday, October 14, at 6 p.m., the Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum is partnering with the Buffalo Theatre, located at 537 Sixth St. in Pawnee, to hold a film screening of Monte Walsh (2003). This screening is being held in conjunction with the Let’s Talk About It book series discussion at Pawnee Bill Ranch featuring author Jack Schaefer's book upon which the movie is based. Before the 6 p.m. screening, from 5 to 6 p.m. The historic Buffalo Theatre buvette (snack…
Find out more »Oklahoma Folklife Festival
The Oklahoma History Center (OHC) is pleased to invite the public to attend the 2022 Oklahoma Folklife Festival on Saturday, October 15, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event is free and open to the public and will offer a wide range of entertainment, crafts, exhibitions and food. The festival will be held predominantly outdoors on the OHC campus located at 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive in Oklahoma City. For additional information, please call 405-522-0765. This community-wide event will celebrate…
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