Oklahoma Historical Society
Recent News About Oklahoma Historical Society
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Sod House Museum celebrates its 130th anniversary with quilt-themed festivities
The Sod House Museum near Aline, Oklahoma, is marking a significant milestone as the state's only remaining sod house turns 130 years old.
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Garfield County farms honored with centennial awards
Two farms in Garfield County have been recognized with the Oklahoma Centennial Farm award, as announced by Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer Lynda Ozan.
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Canadian County farm receives prestigious centennial award
An Oklahoma Centennial Farm award has been granted to the Hurst-Patch Farm in Canadian County, as announced by Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer Lynda Ozan.
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Caddo County farm receives centennial recognition from state
An Oklahoma Centennial Farm award has been granted to the owners of a farm in Caddo County, as announced by Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer Lynda Ozan.
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Webinar offers insights into National Register of Historic Places
The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) will host a webinar on November 15, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., focusing on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP).
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Hunter's Home offers an authentic glimpse into an 1850s Christmas
Visit Hunter’s Home in Park Hill, Oklahoma, for a unique 1850s Christmas experience from November 19 to December 13, and on December 15.
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Book release celebrates life of indigenous rock star Jesse Ed Davis
The Oklahoma Historical Society is set to host a book release event for "Washita Love Child: The Rise of Indigenous Rock Star Jesse Ed Davis" by Douglas K. Miller.
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Covington Jail receives national historic place designation
The Oklahoma Historical Society and the State Historic Preservation Office have announced that the Covington Jail in Garfield County, Oklahoma, has been added to the National Register of Historic Places.
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Hunter’s Home offers free embroidery workshop for beginners
Hunter’s Home in Park Hill, Oklahoma, is set to host a free embroidery workshop on Saturday, November 16.
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Fort Gibson Historic Site opens Freedmen history exhibit on November 16
The Fort Gibson Historic Site in Oklahoma is set to unveil a new exhibit on November 16, focusing on the history of Freedmen in Indian Territory.
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Oklahoma History Center hosts Veterans Day event featuring author Joe Lee Todd
In Oklahoma City, the Oklahoma Historical Society's John and Eleanor Kirkpatrick Research Center will host a presentation in honor of Veterans Day.
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Oklahoma History Center offers beginner knitting workshop
A knitting workshop is scheduled to take place at the Oklahoma History Center on Saturday, November 16, from 1-4 p.m. Participants will be taught basic knitting skills and have the opportunity to create a custom mug cozy to take home.