Dr. Lisa Barnett will speak about her new book, “Peyote Politics: The Making of the Native American Church, 1880–1937,” at the Oklahoma Territorial Museum and Carnegie Library on Thursday, September 11, at 6 p.m. The event is open to the public and does not require registration. Donations are welcome.
Barnett is an Associate Professor of American Religious History at Phillips Theological Seminary. She earned her Ph.D. in history from Texas Christian University, focusing on U.S. history since 1877 with a specialization in American Indian and religious history. She also holds a Master of Divinity and a Master of Theology in History from Brite Divinity School. In addition to her academic roles, Barnett is an ordained minister in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), serves as a trustee for the Disciples of Christ Historical Society, oversees the Isaac Errett student history paper competition, and is co-moderator of the Center for Indigenous Ministries (DOC).
The museum hosting the event is located at 406 E. Oklahoma Ave., Guthrie. Further information can be obtained by calling 405-282-1889.
A statement notes that “Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed during the program do not necessarily represent those of the Oklahoma Historical Society.”
The Oklahoma Territorial Museum and Carnegie Library operates as part of the Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS). OHS was founded in 1893 by members of the Territorial Press Association and manages museums, historic sites, and affiliates throughout Oklahoma. Its mission includes collecting, preserving, and sharing Oklahoma’s history through research archives, exhibits, educational programs, and publications. More details about OHS can be found at okhistory.org.
