The Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid will host its annual Family Farm Day on Saturday, October 4, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event aims to highlight farm-to-table practices and demonstrate how early Oklahoma residents sustained themselves before the advent of grocery stores and modern preservation methods.
Attendees can participate in hands-on crafts and games suitable for all ages. The event will feature familiar attractions such as a petting zoo provided by Daze in a Maze, vintage tractors from the Major County Historical Society, and pumpkin painting activities. New programs this year include demonstrations of Native American farming techniques by Native Farming Solutions and presentations on early food drying and preservation methods used by homesteaders.
Leonardo’s Children’s Museum will return as a participant, while Crazy Plate Catering will offer a farm-to-table themed lunch available for purchase. There will also be a silent auction featuring baked goods donated by local businesses and volunteers.
Guests can take photos with vintage tractors, ponies, or pumpkins during the event. Admission is included with regular site entry fees.
For more information about the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, visit https://csrhc.org/ or call 580-237-1907.
The Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center operates under the Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS). According to OHS, “The mission of the Oklahoma Historical Society is to collect, preserve and share the history and culture of the state of Oklahoma and its people.” Founded in 1893 by members of the Territorial Press Association, OHS manages museums, historic sites, and affiliates throughout Oklahoma. The organization provides research archives, exhibits, educational programs, and publications to document the state’s history. More details about OHS are available at https://www.okhistory.org/.
