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May 2014
Living History Education Day
The George M. Murrell Home in Park Hill is hosting a May Day Celebration Weekend on May 2-3, 2014. On Friday, May 2, the site will hold its 4th Annual Education Day for elementary and secondary schools. On Saturday, May 3, the museum will present a May Day Celebration and Lawn Social for the public. The Education Day on Friday, May 2, is open to all public, private and homeschool groups. Teachers may select to visit from 9:30am-11:30am or 11:30am-1:30pm.…
Find out more »May 2015
Sod House Museum Quilting Workshop
The Sod House Museum in Aline invites you to attend a quilting workshop. The free workshop is taught by Martha Ray and takes place from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 9. Please call 580-463-2441 for more information.
Find out more »Chisholm Trail Museum Tatting Workshop
Learn the tatting technique for handcrafting lace with a series of loops and knots. This workshop begins at 1 p.m., is open to the public and free to attend. Please call 405-375-5176 for more information.
Find out more »June 2015
Pioneer Kids Summer Activities
The Pioneer Woman Museum in Ponca City will host Pioneer Kids summer activities every Wednesday in June and July. In its second year, this summer program is intended for fourth through sixth graders. Beginning on Wednesday, June 3, from 1 to 4 p.m., museum staff and volunteers will offer a number of fun activities for children. There will be crafts and games, with weekly themes that revolve around the pioneer spirit. The Pioneer Kids program will continue every Wednesday afternoon…
Find out more »July 2015
History Pioneers Junior Curator Camp
Ever thought about a career in the museum field? Join the Oklahoma History Center in the second History Pioneers Junior Curator Camp from July 6 to 10. Participants will work from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to create their own exhibit to display at the History Center with an exhibit opening on Friday, July 10, at 2 p.m. Students aged eight to twelve will learn how to handle artifacts, write labels, research, make mounts, and present an exhibit. Cost for…
Find out more »2015 Teacher’s Institute
The OHS will host the Teachers' Institute to explore the impact of the "Trail of Tears," the removal of the Cherokee, Choctaw, Chickasaw, Muscogee (Creek) and Seminole nations from the Southeastern United States to Indian Territory. Participants will visit important landmarks of the removal including Fort Gibson Historic Site, the George M. Murrell Home, Sequoyah's Cabin, Fort Smith and more. Lecture topics will include American Indian policy, the mechanics of removal, and the rebuilding and recovery process. Facilitators for the…
Find out more »August 2015
“Once Upon a Time in a Stream” Creek Tour, George M. Murrell Home
The George M. Murrell Home and the Oklahoma Conservation Commission will present a program entitled "Once Upon a Time in a Stream" on Saturday, August 15, from 1 to 4 p.m. The public is invited to learn about the plants that grow along Park Hill Branch Creek as it flows through the Murrell Home property, the species that have lived there for a millennium, and the newcomer species that are not necessarily good for the stream. This creek tour program…
Find out more »September 2015
Back-to-School Bash
Join the Oklahoma History Center and other metro museums at the Back-to-School Bash at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum! Celebrate the beginning of the new school year focusing on all the museum has to offer teachers and their families on September 1 from 6 to 9 p.m. Staff will be on hand to answer questions about field trips, trunks, and special events. Oklahoma History Center trunks will be on display for hands-on interaction and many of the living…
Find out more »October 2015
Dutch Oven Cooking at the Oklahoma History Center
Join the Oklahoma History Center on Saturday, October 10, to explore Dutch oven cooking in a hands-on participation class for teens and adults. The class is designed to introduce the students to Dutch oven cooking. Learn a variety of recipes as you create a dish and discover how to use a Dutch oven in your backyard. Cost for the class is $15 and all necessary materials will be provided. The class is from 1 to 5 p.m. Space is limited…
Find out more »Home School Day at the Oklahoma History Center
The Oklahoma History Center will host our seventh Annual Homeschool Day on Monday, October 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Homeschool Day at the History Center is designed to offer family learners the chance to participate in a program specifically designed for mixed age groups. Activities run throughout the day allowing participants to stop by any time. The museum will offer a hands-on adventure into Oklahoma's past. Visitors can explore the museum with the help of gallery guides, follow…
Find out more »Cemetery Symbols at the Oklahoma History Center
Join us as we explore the meaning behind historic gravestones on Saturday, October 24, 2015. Gravestones and cemeteries are rich in a language of symbols. Those symbols can be difficult to interpret because of changes in meaning over time. By examining the grave markers, one can learn more than just the person's name. This class will provide the skills necessary to investigate the past through tombstones. The class will run from 1-3 p.m. and is free with admission. Registration is…
Find out more »November 2015
Battle of Honey Springs Education Day
Take a trip to where the Civil War happened in Indian Territory. Honey Springs Battlefield Education Day is an outstanding opportunity to experience Civil War history and culture. Education day is specifically held for youth/school groups to visit the park and fulfill the mandate of the Oklahoma Historical Society to educate the public about the history of Oklahoma. Click here for more details and registration!
Find out more »Gourd-stitch Beadwork Class at the Oklahoma History Center
Join the Oklahoma History Center and instructor Yonavea Hawkins in learning the gourd-stitch. The class is on November 7, 2015, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Students, age fifteen and above, will learn the basics of the stitch, explore the museum's beadwork examples, and enjoy lunch. You can find out more information about Yonavea by visiting Yonavea.com. Cost for the class is $75 and class size is limited to twelve students. Registration is required. For more information or to register,…
Find out more »Decorative Gourd Class at the Oklahoma History Center
Join the Oklahoma History Center and instructor John Hernadez, artist and director of the Great Plains Museum in Lawton, in learning the art of decorative gourds. Students will learn how to transform an ordinary gourd into an unique expression of their own creativity. The class is on November 14, 2015, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Students, age fifteen and above, will learn the basics of the stitch and weaving pine needles, explore the museum's gourd work example, where to…
Find out more »American Indian Heritage Month at the Oklahoma History Center
The Oklahoma History Center is celebrating American Indian Heritage Month in November. Join us November 21 for a day featuring traditional children's games and clothing with demonstrations and exhibitions from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All events are free with museum admission. For more information please contact education@okhistory.org or (405) 522-3602.
Find out more »December 2015
Deck the Halls at the Oklahoma History Center
Load up the family and come "Deck the Halls" with us at the Oklahoma History Center on December 5 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. This family-friendly event will include activities and a chance to meet a variety of historical Mr. and Mrs. Clauses. This event is free with admission to the museum. For more information please contact education@okhistory.org or (405) 522-3602.
Find out more »February 2016
First Saturday Hands-On History, Oklahoma History Center
On the first Saturday of every month the Oklahoma History Center will offer a special Hands-On History program from 1 to 4 p.m. Each month the program will focus on a particular theme and create learning opportunities connected to that theme. The activities will target children of all ages but adults are welcome to participate. February 6–Black History Month, Presidents Day and Valentine's Day March 5–Women's History Month April 2–Earth Day and Pioneer Life May 7–Military Appreciation Month
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