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May 2023

Spring Agricultural Day

May 6, 2023, 9 a.m.4:30 p.m.
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Hunter’s Home, 19479 East Murrell Home Road Park Hill, OK 74451

Learn about 19th-century agriculture at Hunter’s Home on Saturday, May 6, from 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. as staff prepares for the upcoming growing season. Adults and children can check out the gardens, fields, animals, and house observing the changing of seasons at the only remaining pre–Civil War plantation home in Oklahoma. Spring Agriculture Day is included in the price of regular admission to Hunter’s Home. For more information, call 918-456-2751. Hunter’s Home is located at 19479 E. Murrell Home Rd. in…

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Blacksmithing and Wheel Setting Demonstrations with the Saltfork Craftsmen

May 6, 2023, 10 a.m.2 p.m.
Cherokee Strip Museum and Rose Hill School, 2617 West Fir Street Perry, OK 73077

Visit the Cherokee Strip Museum in Perry to watch the Saltfork Craftsmen give a Blacksmithing and Wheel Setting Demonstration in the blacksmith shop. The forge will be lit at 10 a.m. and the demonstration will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The wheel setting demonstration will take place at the May 6 gathering with the museum’s resident blacksmith, Tom Nelson. The wheelwright’s craft goes back thousands of years and was essential in an age of wagon use. They…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

May 6, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 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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Second Saturday Sewing Circle

May 13, 2023, 1 p.m.3 p.m.
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One event on March 11, 2023 at 1 p.m.

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One event on April 8, 2023 at 1 p.m.

One event on May 13, 2023 at 1 p.m.

One event on June 10, 2023 at 1 p.m.

One event on July 8, 2023 at 1 p.m.

One event on August 12, 2023 at 1 p.m.

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

The Fort Towson Historic Site holds a free, informal monthly Sewing Circle every second Saturday. Sewing and historic domestic skills—part of the fort’s history—will be demonstrated and taught. All skill levels are welcome in the group, allowing more experienced guests to guide beginners and share ideas. Participants are encouraged to bring their own projects or purchase kits from the site’s gift shop. Monthly programs and special event updates are on the Fort Towson Historic Site’s Facebook page or at www.okhistory.org.…

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Wood Turning Demonstration with the Southeastern Oklahoma Woodturners

May 20, 2023, 10 a.m.4 p.m.
Fort Towson Historic Site, 896 N 4375 Road, Fort Towson, OK 74735

On Saturday, May 20, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., members of the Southeastern Oklahoma Woodturners Club will be presenting a wood-turning demonstration at Fort Towson Historic Site. This is a come-and-go event will showcase turning wood on a lathe, wood carving, and other masterful skills of the woodturners club. Craftsmen will be demonstrating the process of turning pieces of wood into wonderful and often usable pieces of art such as bowls and rolling pins.

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

May 20, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 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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Leather Repair demonstration

May 26, 2023, 10 a.m.1 p.m.
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One event on May 27, 2023 at 10 a.m.

Fort Gibson Historic Site, 803 North Garrison Avenue Fort Gibson, OK 74434

The Fort Gibson Historic Site will host a leather repair demonstration. Participants can sign up for Friday, May 26, or Saturday, May 27. The class will be held from 10 a.m. to noon, and again from 1 to 3 p.m. on both days. Attendees will learn leather repair skills, including how to properly clean, repair and care for leather items. Leather was used in various parts of a soldier’s uniform in the 1800s and 1900s, including vests, coats, boots and…

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Leather Repair demonstration

May 27, 2023, 10 a.m.1 p.m.
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One event on May 27, 2023 at 10 a.m.

Fort Gibson Historic Site, 803 North Garrison Avenue Fort Gibson, OK 74434

The Fort Gibson Historic Site will host a leather repair demonstration. Participants can sign up for Friday, May 26, or Saturday, May 27. The class will be held from 10 a.m. to noon, and again from 1 to 3 p.m. on both days. Attendees will learn leather repair skills, including how to properly clean, repair and care for leather items. Leather was used in various parts of a soldier’s uniform in the 1800s and 1900s, including vests, coats, boots and…

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June 2023

History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

June 3, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 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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Musket Cleaning demonstration

June 9, 2023, 10 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on June 10, 2023 at 10 a.m.

Fort Gibson Historic Site, 803 North Garrison Avenue Fort Gibson, OK 74434

Staff at the Fort Gibson Historic Site will host four musket-cleaning demonstrations on Friday, June 9, and Saturday, June 10. The class will be held from 10 a.m. to noon, and again from 1 to 3 p.m. on both days. These demonstrations will show visitors the behind-the-scenes work of musket maintenance done by staff members before and after historical programs at the site. Muskets are muzzle-loaded long guns that evolved in 16th-century Spain. Rifles eventually replaced them. The musket cleaning…

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Musket Cleaning demonstration

June 10, 2023, 10 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on June 10, 2023 at 10 a.m.

Fort Gibson Historic Site, 803 North Garrison Avenue Fort Gibson, OK 74434

Staff at the Fort Gibson Historic Site will host four musket-cleaning demonstrations on Friday, June 9, and Saturday, June 10. The class will be held from 10 a.m. to noon, and again from 1 to 3 p.m. on both days. These demonstrations will show visitors the behind-the-scenes work of musket maintenance done by staff members before and after historical programs at the site. Muskets are muzzle-loaded long guns that evolved in 16th-century Spain. Rifles eventually replaced them. The musket cleaning…

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Pawnee Bill’s Original Wild West Show

June 10, 2023, 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 10. 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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“19th-Century Weapons and Tools of Survival” presentation by Seth Goff

June 17, 2023, 9 a.m.10:30 a.m.
Hunter’s Home, 19479 East Murrell Home Road Park Hill, OK 74451

A program at Hunter’s Home on Saturday, June 17, will focus on historic firearms. Seth Goff, historical interpreter at Hunter’s Home, will present a selection of reproduction and original firearms used for self-defense, hunting, or recreational shooting during the 1840s and 1850s. The program will take place from 9-10:30 a.m. and is free with paid admission. For more information, call 918-456-2751. Hunter’s Home is located at 19479 E. Murrell Home Rd. in Park Hill. It is Oklahoma’s only remaining pre-Civil War…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

June 17, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 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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Hands-On Historic Skills: “Chicken, Newspapers, and Pencils: Union Camp Life during the American Civil War”

June 24, 2023, 1 p.m.3 p.m.
Fort Towson Historic Site, 896 N 4375 Road, Fort Towson, OK 74735

Have you ever wondered what camp life was like for 19th-century soldiers, especially during the American Civil War?

On June 24, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., the Fort Towson Historic Site will be hosting a come-and-go program to teach visitors about the camp life experiences of Union soldiers. Visitors will get to view various reproduction items that will provide them with an understanding that military life in that era was comprised of much more than fighting, marching, and drilling.

This program is free with the price of general admission to the site.

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July 2023

History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

July 1, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 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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Second Saturday Sewing Circle

July 8, 2023, 1 p.m.3 p.m.
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One event on March 11, 2023 at 1 p.m.

One event on May 13, 2023 at 1 p.m.

One event on April 8, 2023 at 1 p.m.

One event on May 13, 2023 at 1 p.m.

One event on June 10, 2023 at 1 p.m.

One event on July 8, 2023 at 1 p.m.

One event on August 12, 2023 at 1 p.m.

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

The Fort Towson Historic Site holds a free, informal monthly Sewing Circle every second Saturday. Sewing and historic domestic skills—part of the fort’s history—will be demonstrated and taught. All skill levels are welcome in the group, allowing more experienced guests to guide beginners and share ideas. Participants are encouraged to bring their own projects or purchase kits from the site’s gift shop. Monthly programs and special event updates are on the Fort Towson Historic Site’s Facebook page or at www.okhistory.org.…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

July 15, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 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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Hands-On Historic Skills: Choctaw Nation’s “Growing Hope” Program

July 22, 2023, 1 p.m.3 p.m.
Fort Towson Historic Site, 896 N 4375 Road, Fort Towson, OK 74735

On the fourth Saturday of each month, the Fort Towson Historic Site welcomes visitors to take part in the Hands-On Historic Skills series of demonstrations.

Every month, guests can try their hand at using period artifacts and tools with the guidance of Fort Towson staff members and historical interpreters. Hands-on demonstrations allow individuals to experience the past by touching, using and gaining an appreciation for historical objects while in the Fort Towson setting.

Updates on monthly programs and special events can be found on the Fort Towson Historic Site’s Facebook page or at www.okhistory.org. For more information, email fttowson@history.ok.gov or call 580-873-2634. The Fort Towson Historic Site is located north of U.S. 70 near Fort Towson.

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August 2023

Family Fun Day

August 5, 2023, 9 a.m.1 p.m.
Cherokee Strip Museum and Rose Hill School, 2617 West Fir Street Perry, OK 73077

Experience “Family Fun Day” at the Cherokee Strip Museum and Rose Hill School in Perry on Saturday, August 5, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Bring the whole family to enjoy this free admission day full of cake walks, apple peeling, sack races, rope-making demonstrations, living history gunfights, and live banjo music. The Rose Hill schoolmarm will hold short class sessions, a petting zoo will be on-site, and a fun photo station will be set up at the jail. The Blacksmith’s Shop…

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Blacksmithing and Wheelsetting Demonstrations with the Saltfork Craftsmen

August 5, 2023, 10 a.m.2 p.m.
Cherokee Strip Museum and Rose Hill School, 2617 West Fir Street Perry, OK 73077

On August 5, during Family Fun Day, the Saltfork Craftsmen will be holding a Blacksmithing Demonstration in the blacksmith shop from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Guests can enjoy watching the craftsmen work and will have an opportunity for safe hands-on experiences. The team of expert blacksmiths will be demonstrating the wheelwright’s craft. Tom Nelson, CSM’s resident blacksmith, will demonstrate the special skills involved in the construction of heavy wheels, including the finishing touch of adding a metal ring or…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

August 5, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 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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Second Saturday Sewing Circle

August 12, 2023, 1 p.m.3 p.m.
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One event on March 11, 2023 at 1 p.m.

One event on May 13, 2023 at 1 p.m.

One event on April 8, 2023 at 1 p.m.

One event on May 13, 2023 at 1 p.m.

One event on June 10, 2023 at 1 p.m.

One event on July 8, 2023 at 1 p.m.

One event on August 12, 2023 at 1 p.m.

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

The Fort Towson Historic Site holds a free, informal monthly Sewing Circle every second Saturday. Sewing and historic domestic skills—part of the fort’s history—will be demonstrated and taught. All skill levels are welcome in the group, allowing more experienced guests to guide beginners and share ideas. Participants are encouraged to bring their own projects or purchase kits from the site’s gift shop. Monthly programs and special event updates are on the Fort Towson Historic Site’s Facebook page or at www.okhistory.org.…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip *canceled*

August 19, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, 507 South 4th Street Enid, OK 73701

The History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip previously scheduled for August 19 has been canceled.

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September 2023

History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

September 2, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 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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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

September 16, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on February 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 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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Hands-On Historic Skills

September 23, 2023, 1 p.m.3 p.m.
Fort Towson Historic Site, 896 N 4375 Road, Fort Towson, OK 74735

On the fourth Saturday of each month, the Fort Towson Historic Site welcomes visitors to take part in the Hands-On Historic Skills series of demonstrations.

Every month, guests can try their hand at using period artifacts and tools with the guidance of Fort Towson staff members and historical interpreters. Hands-on demonstrations allow individuals to experience the past by touching, using and gaining an appreciation for historical objects while in the Fort Towson setting.

Updates on monthly programs and special events can be found on the Fort Towson Historic Site’s Facebook page or at www.okhistory.org. For more information, email fttowson@history.ok.gov or call 580-873-2634. The Fort Towson Historic Site is located north of U.S. 70 near Fort Towson.

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October 2023

Japanese Stone Craftsman seminar with stone artist Takaaki Saida *fully booked*

October 14, 2023, 3 p.m.5 p.m.
Oklahoma History Center, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive Oklahoma City, OK 73105

On Saturday, October 14, from 3 to 5 p.m., a free seminar on Japanese stone crafts will be held at the Oklahoma History Center. The Japan America Society of Oklahoma, (a non-profit organization promoting Japan-US relations and culture in Oklahoma) organized the event. The seminar will include an overview of the traditions and practices in the art of stone and lantern sculpting, including the history of the Kamaoka stones and the techniques passed on by several generations since 1889. Takaaki…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

October 21, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

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One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

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One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

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One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 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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November 2023

Blacksmithing Demonstrations with the Saltfork Craftsmen

November 4, 2023, 10 a.m.2 p.m.
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Cherokee Strip Museum and Rose Hill School, 2617 West Fir Street Perry, OK 73077

Visit the Cherokee Strip Museum in Perry to watch the Saltfork Craftsmen give a blacksmithing demonstration on Saturday, November 4. The forge will be lit at 10 a.m., and the demonstrations will take place until 2 p.m. The Saltfork Craftsmen Artist-Blacksmith Association is a non-profit organization of amateur and professional craftsmen. Guests can watch the craftsmen work and will have an opportunity for safe hands-on experiences. This educational event is free to attend, but donations are appreciated. For more information,…

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The Battle of Honey Springs Civil War Demonstrations

November 4, 2023, 10 a.m.5 p.m.
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Honey Springs Battlefield, 423159 E 1030 Road Checotah, OK 74426

Honey Springs Battlefield near Checotah will host biennial demonstrations of the Civil War Battle of Honey Springs on Saturday, November 4, and Sunday, November 5. On both days, special living history stations will open at 10 a.m., and the Battle of Honey Springs Civil War demonstrations will take place at 1 p.m. Visitors will see military drills, demonstrations, and living history programs while also getting the chance to tour Confederate, Union, and civilian camps, and explore “Sutlers’ Row,” featuring vendors selling…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

November 4, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

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One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 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 Battle of Honey Springs Civil War Demonstrations

November 5, 2023, 10 a.m.5 p.m.
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Honey Springs Battlefield, 423159 E 1030 Road Checotah, OK 74426

Honey Springs Battlefield near Checotah will host biennial demonstrations of the Civil War Battle of Honey Springs on Saturday, November 4, and Sunday, November 5. On both days, special living history stations will open at 10 a.m., and the Battle of Honey Springs Civil War demonstrations will take place at 1 p.m. Visitors will see military drills, demonstrations, and living history programs while also getting the chance to tour Confederate, Union, and civilian camps, and explore “Sutlers’ Row,” featuring vendors selling…

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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

November 18, 2023, 11 a.m.3 p.m.
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One event on March 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on April 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 6, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on May 20, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 3, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on June 17, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on July 15, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 5, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on August 19, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on September 16, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on October 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 4, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on November 18, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 2, 2023 at 11 a.m.

One event on December 16, 2023 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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December 2023

History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

December 2, 2023, 11 a.m.3 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 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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History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip

December 16, 2023, 11 a.m.3 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 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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January 2024

History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip with musical group Zoetrope

January 6, 11 a.m.3 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 Saturday, January 6, the musical group Zoetrope will play traditional songs of yesteryear during the History Alive! event. 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…

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“Soldiers on Post” living history program

January 11, 10 a.m.
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Fort Gibson Historic Site, 803 North Garrison Avenue Fort Gibson, OK 74434

From Thursday, January 11, through Saturday, January 13, the Fort Gibson Historic Site will hold a living history program from 10 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 3:30 p.m. On those days, visitors will be able to observe what life was like for “Soldiers on Post.” Living history demonstrations will include weapons care, winter maintenance, KP duty, and examples of what soldiers did to keep themselves entertained during the winter months. The program is free with admission. Admission is…

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“Soldiers on Post” living history program

January 12, 10 a.m.
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One event on January 13, 2024 at 10 a.m.

Fort Gibson Historic Site, 803 North Garrison Avenue Fort Gibson, OK 74434

From Thursday, January 11, through Saturday, January 13, the Fort Gibson Historic Site will hold a living history program from 10 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 3:30 p.m. On those days, visitors will be able to observe what life was like for “Soldiers on Post.” Living history demonstrations will include weapons care, winter maintenance, KP duty, and examples of what soldiers did to keep themselves entertained during the winter months. The program is free with admission. Admission is…

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“Soldiers on Post” living history program

January 13, 10 a.m.
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One event on January 12, 2024 at 10 a.m.

One event on January 13, 2024 at 10 a.m.

Fort Gibson Historic Site, 803 North Garrison Avenue Fort Gibson, OK 74434

From Thursday, January 11, through Saturday, January 13, the Fort Gibson Historic Site will hold a living history program from 10 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 3:30 p.m. On those days, visitors will be able to observe what life was like for “Soldiers on Post.” Living history demonstrations will include weapons care, winter maintenance, KP duty, and examples of what soldiers did to keep themselves entertained during the winter months. The program is free with admission. Admission is…

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