Oklahoma History Center

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Oklahoma History Center showing interior views and heritage elements
Oklahoma History Center
Oklahoma History Center which includes interior views
Oklahoma History Center showing interior views


From ancient Native American nations to the cultural diversity you see today, this museum presents the long history and heritage of the State of Oklahoma.

Discover Oklahoma’s fascinating tales in the Oklahoma History Center. Operated by the Oklahoma Historical Society, the museum’s 18-acre (7-hectare) estate gives an expansive overview of the state’s rich and varied history. Browse a series of galleries, special exhibits and outdoor displays that help to tell the story of Oklahoma’s cultural, social, natural and political history.

In the Inasmuch Foundation Gallery located on the center’s first floor, learn about the state’s enduring symbols and mythologies, including stories of the Wild West and artistic endeavors. All 39 of Oklahoma’s American Indian cultures are represented at the ONEOK Gallery. Find out about the traditional lands that make up the Native American nations in the state. Examine a collection of artifacts, photographs, artworks and displays that demonstrate the languages, spirituality and sovereignty of the region’s different nations.

Make your way upstairs to explore the Kerr-McGee Gallery, which focuses on the state’s entrepreneurial and social history. See a restored 1830s riverboat that was excavated from the Red River and find out what an oil derrick looks like. Learn about the African-American experience and trace the state’s military heritage. The Noble Foundation Gallery tells the story of Oklahoma’s pioneers and the early days of farming and ranching.

Find out if there is a special exhibition on display during your visit. The museum has a temporary exhibition space, as well as special events and workshops that change throughout the year. If you have an interest in a particular area of Oklahoma’s history, make your way up to the Research Center on the first floor. View the center’s collections and archives, including oral histories, maps, videos and manuscripts.

The Oklahoma History Center is located near the Oklahoma State Capitol. It is a 15-minute drive northeast from downtown Oklahoma City. Alternatively, make the journey by bus. The museum is open daily, except Sundays. Admission fees are discounted for seniors, students and families. Military and children under 5 years of age can enter for free.

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