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December 2024
“Winter Traditions and Cheer” living history program
The Fort Gibson Historic Site will celebrate on December 19–21 with its “Winter Traditions and Cheer” living history programs. The programs will take place from 10 a.m. to noon and again from 1 to 4 p.m. each day. Winter on the edge of Indian Territory was spent in regular military duties such as guarding, working in the mess hall, and drilling. Soldiers separated from loved ones, stationed at Fort Gibson tended to livestock, continued training, and found small ways to…
Find out more »Overholser Mansion Holiday Open House
On Monday evening, December 23, from 6 to 8 p.m., Preservation Oklahoma will host a holiday open house at the Henry and Anna Overholser Mansion. The public is invited to join in the festivities! This open house is a wonderful opportunity to appreciate the beauty of this historic home and to meet the newest member of the Preservation Oklahoma team, Shelley Bierschank. Shelley serves as the Museum Director and Volunteer Coordinator at the mansion. She will be offering paid tours…
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Annual Easter Egg Hunt
On Saturday, April 19, the Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt, sponsored by the local Pawnee Lions Club and the Pawnee Chamber of Commerce. The hunt will begin promptly at 10 a.m. at the ranch’s picnic pavilions. The Egg Hunt is spread out over many acres of the historic site. Thousands of eggs will be hidden, including gold and silver prize eggs containing money and vouchers for treats. Pawnee Bill started an egg hunt…
Find out more »Sunrise Service
On Easter Sunday—April 20, the Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum will host its annual nondenominational Sunrise Service. The service will begin at approximately 7 a.m. on Blue Hawk Peak, the highest point on the ranch grounds. The Pawnee Ministerial Alliance leads the service and is a community-wide tradition. Participants are asked to bring their own seating and dress appropriately for the outdoors.
Find out more »December 2025
Photos with Santa
The Heritage Gallery at Will Rogers Memorial Museum will be the perfect backdrop for taking photos with Santa on Saturday, December 6, and Saturday, December 13, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring your family, camera, or phone to take beautiful family pictures with Santa. Admission is free to take photos. For more information call 918-341-0719.
Find out more »Museum After Dark: Christmas in the Village
A Victorian-style Christmas experience will return to the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid with Museum After Dark: Christmas in the Village. The beautifully decorated Humphrey Heritage Village will be full of holiday cheer from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, December 6. With the purchase of regular admission, visitors will see some of the unique Christmas traditions that early Cherokee Outlet settlers may have brought with them. A cottage market will be set up, and guests can purchase…
Find out more »Photos with Santa
The Heritage Gallery at Will Rogers Memorial Museum will be the perfect backdrop for taking photos with Santa on Saturday, December 6, and Saturday, December 13, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring your family, camera, or phone to take beautiful family pictures with Santa. Admission is free to take photos. For more information call 918-341-0719.
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