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March 2022
Family Kite Flite Day
Come celebrate the beginning of spring at the Family Kite Flite Day at Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center. Family Kite Flite Day will be held Saturday, March 19, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. This will be a free admission day at the site, although donations are appreciated. It will be a great day for families and folks of all ages. Each year since 1987, Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center has hosted a day of spring fun and learning for more than…
Find out more »Vernal Equinox Walks
Come celebrate the beginning of spring a little differently this year. On Sunday, March 20, there will be a series of guided Vernal Equinox Walks at Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center where visitors can learn from an archaeologist about the spring equinox. There will be walks at 11 a.m., 2 p.m., and 7 p.m., led by archaeologist and manager Dennis Peterson. Each walk will take about two hours and require a mile of easy walking. Peterson will tell about this unique,…
Find out more »May 2022
Birthday Bash and Archaeology Day
Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center will be having a Birthday Bash and Archaeology Day to celebrate the opening of the Spiro Mounds on Saturday, May 7, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The site will celebrate its 44th year of increasing awareness of Oklahoma archaeology on this free public day with no entrance fees, although donations are gratefully accepted. All day during the celebration birthday cake will be served. Along with the birthday celebration, demonstrations of flintknapping (stone tool making), lectures,…
Find out more »June 2022
Summer Solstice Walks
Start your summer with a trip to Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center for a special guided tour on the summer solstice, Tuesday, June 21. There will be three walks led by archaeologist Dennis Peterson starting at 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Each walk will include one mile of easy walking and last about two hours.
Peterson will talk about the history of the mound site and the American Indians who built it more than 1,000 years ago. He also will talk about the reasons for the mounds and the alignment of some of the mounds to track the movement of the sun throughout the year. Peterson will tell the history of the excavations of the site by both archaeologists and looters. The 7 p.m. walk will allow the observation of twilight wildlife and a view of the sunset, which is the most important part of the event.
There is a small fee for this series of tours of $5 for adults and $3 for children in addition to the regular daily admission fee. Oklahoma Historical Society and Spiro Mounds Development Association members do not pay the daily admission fee. No reservations are required, except for large groups. Payment can be made by cash or check, but credit cards are not accepted.
Find out more »Guided tours
Honey Springs Battlefield is pleased to announce a unique tour opportunity at the site. Students from the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma (USAO) will serve as tour guides on the six trails crossing the 1,100-acre battlefield on Saturday, June 25, and three Saturdays in July: July 2, 16, and 23. This series of tours coincide with the annual memorial of the battle on July 16, at 10:30 a.m. The students will point out the exact locations of military…
Find out more »July 2022
Guided tours
Honey Springs Battlefield is pleased to announce a unique tour opportunity at the site. Students from the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma (USAO) will serve as tour guides on the six trails crossing the 1,100-acre battlefield on Saturday, June 25, and three Saturdays in July: July 2, 16, and 23. This series of tours coincide with the annual memorial of the battle on July 16, at 10:30 a.m. The students will point out the exact locations of military…
Find out more »Battle of Honey Springs Memorial Service
Honey Springs Battlefield will hold its annual memorial service honoring the 159th anniversary of the Battle of Honey Springs near Checotah on Saturday, July 16, at 10:30 a.m. The memorial service will be held outside on the lawn of the visitor center. Adam Lynn, site manager for Honey Springs Battlefield, will give a welcome and opening remarks, followed by the presentation of colors by the color guard, an invocation by Secretary of Veteran’s Affairs for the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Mr.…
Find out more »Guided tours
Honey Springs Battlefield is pleased to announce a unique tour opportunity at the site. Students from the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma (USAO) will serve as tour guides on the six trails crossing the 1,100-acre battlefield on Saturday, June 25, and three Saturdays in July: July 2, 16, and 23. This series of tours coincide with the annual memorial of the battle on July 16, at 10:30 a.m. The students will point out the exact locations of military…
Find out more »September 2022
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 »October 2022
International Archaeology Day Celebration
October is Archaeology Month in Oklahoma and internationally, and Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center will celebrate International Archaeology Day on Saturday, October 15, 2022, with a lecture, a guided walk, and many other activities. Oklahoma Archaeology Month is sponsored and promoted by the Oklahoma Anthropological Society and the Oklahoma Public Archaeology Network, and includes many more events (some virtual) throughout Oklahoma during the month of October. Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center is the only pre-European contact Native American archaeological site in Oklahoma…
Find out more »Scary Stories Tours
Visit the Pawnee Bill Ranch and Museum for the Scary Stories Tours, taking place one night only on Saturday, October 29, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Guides will lead guests through an outdoor tour in the park telling spine-tingling, ghostly tales about Oklahoma, the surrounding area, and the Pawnee Bill Ranch. The tours will leave every 30 minutes from the museum building that night, so bundle up for cool weather. Admission is $5 per person, and the event is for…
Find out more »December 2022
Fort Gibson Christmas Candlelight Tour
On Saturday, December 3, the Fort Gibson Historic Site will open its doors after hours for its Christmas Candlelight Tour. Fort Gibson staff and volunteers will lead visitors through a number of scenes depicting Christmas on the frontier. The scenes begin in the rooms of the log palisade, wind through the mess hall, and end in the sutler’s store for cider and ginger snaps. Bundle up to take in the sounds of music, smells of mulled cider, and laughter of…
Find out more »April 2023
Education Day
Fort Gibson Historic Site will hold an education day for local schools on Friday, April 21. Schools may register for the 10 a.m.-noon session or the 1-3 p.m. session. Public, private and homeschool groups are welcome. Advanced registration is required. Education station themes will include: Self-guided tour of the 19th-century fort palisade: Students can walk through the palisade area while experiencing and reading about the living and working quarters of the fort. Each area for the self-guided tour is staged…
Find out more »June 2023
Guided tours
Honey Springs Battlefield is pleased to announce a unique tour opportunity at the site. 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 battlefield on three Saturdays in June: June 3 and 10, as well as, Saturday, July 1. 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…
Find out more »Guided tours
Honey Springs Battlefield is pleased to announce a unique tour opportunity at the site. 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 battlefield on three Saturdays in June: June 3 and 10, as well as, Saturday, July 1. 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…
Find out more »Guided tours *canceled*
The Guided tours previously scheduled for Saturday, June 24, have been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances.
Find out more »July 2023
Guided tours
Honey Springs Battlefield is pleased to announce a unique tour opportunity at the site. 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 battlefield on three Saturdays in June: June 3 and 10, as well as, Saturday, July 1. 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…
Find out more »October 2023
Doaksville Candlelight Tour
The annual Doaksville Candlelight Tour will be held on Friday, October 13, and Saturday, October 14, at the Doaksville Archaeological Site in Fort Towson, OK. The cost for admission is $8, age 6 and under will be admitted for free. Advance tickets may be purchased at the Fort Towson Historic Site or by calling 580-873-2634. Tours begin at 7 p.m. on both nights with the last tour starting at 9:30 p.m. Tours will leave from the Fort Towson cemetery every…
Find out more »Doaksville Candlelight Tour
The annual Doaksville Candlelight Tour will be held on Friday, October 13, and Saturday, October 14, at the Doaksville Archaeological Site in Fort Towson, OK. The cost for admission is $8, age 6 and under will be admitted for free. Advance tickets may be purchased at the Fort Towson Historic Site or by calling 580-873-2634. Tours begin at 7 p.m. on both nights with the last tour starting at 9:30 p.m. Tours will leave from the Fort Towson cemetery every…
Find out more »Heritage Hills Historic Homes Tour
The Henry and Anna Overholser Mansion will be one of several homes open to the public as part of the Heritage Hills Historic Home Tour on Saturday, October 21, and Sunday, October 22. The self-guided tours allow attendees to explore Heritage Hills' historic homes. Saturday, October 21st, 4–8 p.m. Home Tour attendees are invited to a special evening view of the spectacular homes on this year’s tour. Each tour ticket will include entry to a cocktail reception, two drinks on…
Find out more »Heritage Hills Historic Homes Tour
The Henry and Anna Overholser Mansion will be one of several homes open to the public as part of the Heritage Hills Historic Home Tour on Saturday, October 21, and Sunday, October 22. The self-guided tours allow attendees to explore Heritage Hills' historic homes. Saturday, October 21st, 4–8 p.m. Home Tour attendees are invited to a special evening view of the spectacular homes on this year’s tour. Each tour ticket will include entry to a cocktail reception, two drinks on…
Find out more »Cemetery Symbols program
The Pioneer Woman Museum and Statue will host a program on the meaning of historic gravestone symbols on Saturday, October 28, from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. There will be a lunch break, but lunch is not provided. The event will also include a guided tour of the IOOF Cemetery in Ponca City, led by the museum’s historical interpreter. Tickets are $10 per person. For more information or to purchase a ticket, call the Pioneer Woman Museum and Statue at 580-765-6108. The…
Find out more »December 2023
Guthrie Distinctive Homes Tour and Wassail at the Oklahoma Territorial Museum and Carnegie Library
The Oklahoma Territorial Museum and Carnegie Library will be part of a tour showcasing some of Guthrie’s most distinctive homes and historic buildings on Saturday, December 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors will hear tales of the early days of Oklahoma’s first capital. Wassail will be served at the Carnegie Library to warm the hearts and hands of tour participants. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online from the Guthrie Territorial Christmas Foundation. To learn more about…
Find out more »Fort Gibson Christmas Candlelight Tour **sold out**
The Fort Gibson Historic Site Christmas Candlelight Tour taking place on Saturday, December 9, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. is fully sold out! If you would like to be added to the waiting list in case of cancellations, give us a call at 918-478-4088. Bundle up to take in the sounds of music, smells of mulled cider, and laughter of people readying for the coming winter at the Indian Territory frontier post. Staff and volunteers will lead visitors through several…
Find out more »March 2024
Museum After Dark: Lantern Tours *canceled due to weather*
The “Museum After Dark: Lantern Tour” event previously scheduled for Friday, March 8, has been canceled due to poor weather conditions. We apologize for any inconvenience, and hope everyone stays dry and warm! For more information about this event, please call 580-237-1907.
Find out more »Nature Walk led by Kara Richardson
The Fort Towson Historic Site will host a nature walk with Kara Richardson, a wildcrafter from Broken Bow. Richardson draws on her experiences as a southeast Oklahoma native to advocate for natural resources education and the perpetuation of wild herbs and medicinal plants. Her methods focus on proper plant identification, range, and historical uses. The walk will begin at the Fort Towson Historic Site Visitor Center at 9 a.m. and proceed to the fort grounds. Guests should expect a 2-hour…
Find out more »April 2024
Carved in Stone: Gravestone Symbols and their Meanings workshop
Join us at The Chisholm for our Carved In Stone workshop and explore the meaning and history of gravestone symbols across time. Headstones often feature more than just names and dates. The language of symbols is international and surrounds us all the time. Symbols embellished on these markers can teach us about social memberships, occupations, hobbies, beliefs, and more. Adults or teens with guardians will explore gravestone iconography and meaning during this class before moving to the Kingfisher Cemetery to…
Find out more »Something to Grow About: Earth Day Native Plant and Seed Swap
Gardeners and eco-enthusiasts will delight in the celebration of Earth Day at the Pawnee Bill Ranch on Saturday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A native plant swap, a seed buffet, and loads of gardening tips, tricks, and activities will be a part of the “Something to Grow About” event. Join in sharing plants and seeds. Participants are encouraged to bring labeled seeds and plants for the swap. Agricultural experts will be available to teach about planting techniques,…
Find out more »Nature Walk led by Kara Richardson
The Fort Towson Historic Site will host a nature walk with Kara Richardson, a wildcrafter from Broken Bow. Richardson draws on her experiences as a southeast Oklahoma native to advocate for natural resources education and the perpetuation of wild herbs and medicinal plants. Her methods focus on proper plant identification, range, and historical uses. The walk will begin at the Fort Towson Historic Site Visitor Center at 9 a.m. and proceed to the fort grounds. Guests should expect a 2-hour…
Find out more »May 2024
Nature Walk led by Kara Richardson
The Fort Towson Historic Site will host a nature walk with Kara Richardson, a wildcrafter from Broken Bow. Richardson draws on her experiences as a southeast Oklahoma native to advocate for natural resources education and the perpetuation of wild herbs and medicinal plants. Her methods focus on proper plant identification, range, and historical uses. The walk will begin at the Fort Towson Historic Site Visitor Center at 9 a.m. and proceed to the fort grounds. Guests should expect a 2-hour…
Find out more »June 2024
Guided Tours
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…
Find out more »Guided Tours
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…
Find out more »Guided Tours
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…
Find out more »July 2024
Guided Tours
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…
Find out more »