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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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Vintage Snack Sets exhibit opens

June 1
Fred and Addie Drummond Home, 305 North Price Avenue Hominy, OK 74035

The Fred and Addie Drummond Home in Hominy will feature an exhibit of Vintage Snack Sets from Saturday, June 1 to Sunday, June 30. When women in the mid-20th century hosted teas, coffees, or church socials, they would wear their “Sunday best” and bring out pretty snack sets that included a plate with a round indention to hold the matching cup. This exhibit includes pieces by manufacturers such as Anchor Hocking, Hazel-Atlas, the Indiana Glass Company, Royal Windsor, Queen Anne,…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

June 1, 10 a.m.4 p.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 10 a.m. to 4 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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“Sounds of the Prairie” bluegrass performance

June 1, 5:30 p.m.8 p.m.
Cherokee Strip Museum and Rose Hill School, 2617 West Fir Street Perry, OK 73077

On Saturday, June 1, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., the Cherokee Strip Museum will host a “Sounds of the Prairie” bluegrass performance featuring The Hunt Brothers, a local bluegrass band. Admission is free to the public and will take place on the Cherokee Strip Museum grounds. Guests for this summer concert are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket and enjoy the sounds of the prairie musical set with friends and family.

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Inaugural Impressions exhibit opens

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

On Friday, June 7, the Oklahoma History Center Museum will open a new exhibit in the Sam Noble Gallery entitled Inaugural Impressions. The exhibit will explore the lives and contributions of Oklahoma’s first ladies and gentleman while their spouses served as governors. The exhibit will feature a variety of gowns from the Oklahoma Historical Society’s collections. Oklahoma’s first ladies and gentleman have always played a leading role in our history. Their professionalism and poise have increased the public’s awareness of worthy…

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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.

The Chisholm, 605 Zellers Avenue Kingfisher, OK 73750

The Chisholm Trail Museum will hold two of its popular beginner barn quilt workshops on Friday, June 7, and Saturday, June 8, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Participants only need to attend one class. Barn quilts are square-shaped boards painted to resemble a quilt block and then put on buildings. They have evolved into a rural development initiative to boost tourism in communities. Participants will make a barn quilt to take home. Oklahoma State University Extension educator Lindy Hoel will lead…

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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 the Oklahoma History Center Open House, an exclusive event that will showcase the array of unique room rentals the center offers for special events. 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 Oklahoma History Center ranges from corporate gatherings and weddings to private receptions and cultural celebrations. We invite…

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Quilting Workshop

June 8, 9 a.m.11 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.

The Chisholm, 605 Zellers Avenue Kingfisher, OK 73750

The Chisholm Trail Museum will hold two of its popular beginner barn quilt workshops on Friday, June 7, and Saturday, June 8, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Participants only need to attend one class. Barn quilts are square-shaped boards painted to resemble a quilt block and then put on buildings. They have evolved into a rural development initiative to boost tourism in communities. Participants will make a barn quilt to take home. Oklahoma State University Extension educator Lindy Hoel will lead…

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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

On Saturday, June 8, The Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum will celebrate the lives and showmanship of Major Gordon W. “Pawnee Bill” Lillie and his wife, May Lillie, with Pawnee Bill’s Original Wild West Show, which will be held at the historic ranch site. This grand reenactment will transport audiences to experience the historical Pawnee Bill’s Wild West Show exhibitions through the sights and sounds of genuine Western entertainment. They will be transported to an era when entertainers thrilled and amazed audiences…

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“Lift Every Voice: 60 Years Since the Civil Rights Act” Enid Chautauqua in the Park

June 11
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One event on June 12, 2024 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 13, 2024 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 14, 2024 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 15, 2024 at 12 a.m.

Enid's Summer Chautauqua in the Park returns for 2024 on Tuesday, June 11, through Saturday, June 15, at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center (CSRHC). Signs of this annual event become apparent when the big white tent takes its place on the Humphrey Heritage Village grounds every summer. This year’s theme, “Lift Every Voice: 60 Years Since the Civil Rights Act,” will feature the histories and perspectives of characters who influenced the Civil Rights movement through first-person scholarly presentations. During…

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“Lift Every Voice: 60 Years Since the Civil Rights Act” Enid Chautauqua in the Park

June 12
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One event on June 12, 2024 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 13, 2024 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 14, 2024 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 15, 2024 at 12 a.m.

Enid's Summer Chautauqua in the Park returns for 2024 on Tuesday, June 11, through Saturday, June 15, at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center (CSRHC). Signs of this annual event become apparent when the big white tent takes its place on the Humphrey Heritage Village grounds every summer. This year’s theme, “Lift Every Voice: 60 Years Since the Civil Rights Act,” will feature the histories and perspectives of characters who influenced the Civil Rights movement through first-person scholarly presentations. During…

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“Lift Every Voice: 60 Years Since the Civil Rights Act” Enid Chautauqua in the Park

June 13
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One event on June 12, 2024 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 13, 2024 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 14, 2024 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 15, 2024 at 12 a.m.

Enid's Summer Chautauqua in the Park returns for 2024 on Tuesday, June 11, through Saturday, June 15, at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center (CSRHC). Signs of this annual event become apparent when the big white tent takes its place on the Humphrey Heritage Village grounds every summer. This year’s theme, “Lift Every Voice: 60 Years Since the Civil Rights Act,” will feature the histories and perspectives of characters who influenced the Civil Rights movement through first-person scholarly presentations. During…

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“Masonic Lodges of Oklahoma” presentation by Kenneth Sivard *postponed*

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

The presentation on the Masonic Lodges of Oklahoma with Kenneth Sivard has been postponed until June 27, at 2 p.m.

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OU/OAS Archaeological Field School at Spiro Mounds concludes

June 14
Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center, 18154 First Street Spiro, OK 74959

From May 13 to June 14, the University of Oklahoma students, faculty, and the Oklahoma Archaeological 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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“Lift Every Voice: 60 Years Since the Civil Rights Act” Enid Chautauqua in the Park

June 14
|Recurring Event (See all)

One event on June 12, 2024 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 13, 2024 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 14, 2024 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 15, 2024 at 12 a.m.

Enid's Summer Chautauqua in the Park returns for 2024 on Tuesday, June 11, through Saturday, June 15, at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center (CSRHC). Signs of this annual event become apparent when the big white tent takes its place on the Humphrey Heritage Village grounds every summer. This year’s theme, “Lift Every Voice: 60 Years Since the Civil Rights Act,” will feature the histories and perspectives of characters who influenced the Civil Rights movement through first-person scholarly presentations. During…

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“Lift Every Voice: 60 Years Since the Civil Rights Act” Enid Chautauqua in the Park

June 15
|Recurring Event (See all)

One event on June 12, 2024 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 13, 2024 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 14, 2024 at 12 a.m.

One event on June 15, 2024 at 12 a.m.

Enid's Summer Chautauqua in the Park returns for 2024 on Tuesday, June 11, through Saturday, June 15, at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center (CSRHC). Signs of this annual event become apparent when the big white tent takes its place on the Humphrey Heritage Village grounds every summer. This year’s theme, “Lift Every Voice: 60 Years Since the Civil Rights Act,” will feature the histories and perspectives of characters who influenced the Civil Rights movement through first-person scholarly presentations. During…

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Guided Tours

June 15, 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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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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Pinhole Camera Workshop with Jim Meeks

June 15, 1 p.m.4 p.m.
Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive Oklahoma City, OK 73105

On Saturday, June 15, from 1 to 4 p.m., photographer and artist Jim Meeks will provide an introduction and historical overview of pinhole cameras. In the class, students will have the opportunity to make their own pinhole cameras. Meeks will also lead the group in creating a camera obscura using the classroom space to explore the concept of creating pinhole images. Tickets are $25 for members and $30 for nonmembers. Purchase tickets to the workshop.  

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Will’s Wild West Kids Camp *camp is full*

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

The Will Rogers Memorial Museum has teamed up with the Boy Scouts of America to bring the Pinewood Derby to Wild West Kid’s Camp. The camp, a family favorite at the museum, runs Monday, June 17 through Wednesday, June 19. Over 150 children ages 5-12 will spend their morning at the museum and experience stagecoach rides, nature talks, stickball, Cherokee storytelling, and, this year, the Pinewood Derby. Will’s Wild West Kid’s Camp has been so popular that slots were full…

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Will’s Wild West Kids Camp *camp is full*

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

The Will Rogers Memorial Museum has teamed up with the Boy Scouts of America to bring the Pinewood Derby to Wild West Kid’s Camp. The camp, a family favorite at the museum, runs Monday, June 17 through Wednesday, June 19. Over 150 children ages 5-12 will spend their morning at the museum and experience stagecoach rides, nature talks, stickball, Cherokee storytelling, and, this year, the Pinewood Derby. Will’s Wild West Kid’s Camp has been so popular that slots were full…

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Juneteenth Celebration: “Honor, Reflect, and Celebrate!” program

June 18, 5 p.m.8 p.m.
Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive Oklahoma City, OK 73105

The Oklahoma Historical Society will celebrate Juneteenth with a free program at the Oklahoma History Center on Tuesday, June 18, from 5 to 8 p.m. Juneteenth is the celebration of emancipation following the U.S. Civil War. U.S. Army General Gordon Granger proclaimed the end of slavery in Texas at Galveston on June 19, 1865. This news and celebration spread to the enslaved people of Indian Territory throughout that summer. The event, titled “2024 Juneteenth: Honor, Reflect, and Celebrate!,” will educate…

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Will’s Wild West Kids Camp *camp is full*

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

The Will Rogers Memorial Museum has teamed up with the Boy Scouts of America to bring the Pinewood Derby to Wild West Kid’s Camp. The camp, a family favorite at the museum, runs Monday, June 17 through Wednesday, June 19. Over 150 children ages 5-12 will spend their morning at the museum and experience stagecoach rides, nature talks, stickball, Cherokee storytelling, and, this year, the Pinewood Derby. Will’s Wild West Kid’s Camp has been so popular that slots were full…

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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 Millionaire in the American South, 1808–1873”

June 20, 12 p.m.

The State Historic Preservation Office will hold a Lunch and Learn webinar about “Robert M. Jones: A Choctaw Millionaire in the American South, 1808–1873” on June 20 at noon. Presenter 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…

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The Road to Will film screening and discussion with Steve McAllister

June 20, 3 p.m.
Will Rogers Memorial Museum, 1720 West Will Rogers Boulevard Claremore, OK 74017

Route 66 enthusiast and entertainer Steve McAllister will discuss his experiences traveling the Mother Road, sometimes called the Will Rogers Highway, on Thursday, June 20, at 3 p.m. In this special appearance at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum, McAllister will recount his 2022 adventure, during which he rode his motorcycle 10,500 miles through 24 states and Washington, DC (over 84 days) to explore Will Rogers’s legacy. His journey is encapsulated in the documentary he produced, The Road to Will.

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Summer Sounds Concert with musical duo Jim Garling and Susanne Woolley

June 20, 7 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Chisholm, 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., 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.…

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Useable Block Printing class

June 22, 1 p.m.4 p.m.
Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive Oklahoma City, OK 73105

A class focusing on the art of block printing will take place at the Oklahoma History Center on Saturday, June 22, from 1 to 4 p.m. Participants will learn how to create and carve a block print design, practicing printing designs on fabric using small bags. Small bags are included in the ticket price; participants are allowed to bring other white canvas items for block printing if desired. Tickets are available online. They are $20 for Oklahoma Historical Society members…

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“Masonic Lodges of Oklahoma” presented by Kenneth Sivard

June 27, 2 p.m.3 p.m.

On Thursday, June 27, at 2 p.m. (Central Time), the State Historic Preservation Office will host a free webinar with Oklahoma Historical Society board member Kenneth Sivard. The presentation will be about the Masonic Lodges of Oklahoma, exploring their history and architectural style. Register for the webinar.   About Kenneth Sivard A sixth-generation McCurtain County native, Kenny Sivard is a long-time McCurtain County Historical Society (MCHS) member and was elected president of the organization in 2009. Working with the MCHS,…

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The People’s House: The Story of the Oklahoma State Capitol film screening on OETA

June 27, 7:30 p.m.8 p.m.
OETA,

On June 27, at 7:30 p.m., The People’s House: The Story of the Oklahoma State Capitol documentary on the Oklahoma State Capitol will be aired on OETA. June 30, 2024, is the 107-year anniversary of the Oklahoma State Capitol’s completion in 1917. The documentary features a spectacular four-minute drone tour of the Capitol with glimpses of the House floor, Senate floor, and Oklahoma Supreme Court, providing rare views of the building’s interior and exterior. It walks through the history of…

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Movie Night featuring Babe (1995)

June 28, 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 Babe (1995) in its theater on Friday, June 28. 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. Because seating is limited, the doors will open at 6 p.m. Please call 918-341-0719 for more information.

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Scavenger Hunt

June 29
Hunter’s Home, 19479 East Murrell Home Road Park Hill, OK 74451

On Saturday, June 29, Hunter’s Home in Park Hill will host a scavenger hunt encouraging children to learn about items from the 19th century. The scavenger hunt will include items found inside the historic home and on the grounds of the rural property. Bring the family and a keen eye to spot things like a coffee grinder, knitting needles, and especially the location of little Farmer Dave! The activities are perfect for children ages 6 to 12, and there will…

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Guided Tours

June 29, 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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Vintage Snack Sets exhibit closes

June 30
Fred and Addie Drummond Home, 305 North Price Avenue Hominy, OK 74035

The Fred and Addie Drummond Home in Hominy will feature an exhibit of Vintage Snack Sets from Saturday, June 1 to Sunday, June 30. When women in the mid-20th century hosted teas, coffees, or church socials, they would wear their “Sunday best” and bring out pretty snack sets that included a plate with a round indention to hold the matching cup. This exhibit includes pieces by manufacturers such as Anchor Hocking, Hazel-Atlas, the Indiana Glass Company, Royal Windsor, Queen Anne,…

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July 2024

From Our Hands exhibit closing

July 6
Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, 507 South 4th Street Enid, OK 73701

A new exhibition, opening May 6, entitled From Our Hands, will be on display at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center through July 6. The exhibit will include various works of art created by Oklahoma Native American artists. The work on display will include Burgess Roye (Ponca) (1944 - 2015), Paladine Roye (Ponca) (1946 - 2001),  Penny Coates (Potawatomi), and Amber DuBoise-Shepherd (Prairie Band Potawatomi/Sac and Fox) as part of the annual Spring Art exhibit series. The exhibition will be…

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Guided Tours

July 6, 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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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

July 6, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
|Recurring Event (See all)

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 Historic American Buildings Survey (HABS) Program at the NPS” webinar, presented by Catherine Lavoie

July 11, 12 p.m.1 p.m.

On Thursday, July 11, at noon, the State Historic Preservation Office will host a free webinar with Catherine Lavoie, chief of the Historic American Buildings Survey (HABS) with the National Park Service (NPS). She will discuss the program, how and why it was started, its mission, and its value, with a focus on HABS’s work in Oklahoma. HABS was established in 1933 as a unique public-private partnership between NPS, the Library of Congress (LOC), and the American Institute of Architects…

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