Sooner State News

The Oklahoma Territorial Museum and Carnegie Library in Guthrie will be featured in a tour of the city's notable homes and historic sites. This event is scheduled for Saturday, December 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the early history of Oklahoma's first capital. Wassail will be available at the Carnegie Library to provide warmth for those attending the tour. Tickets are priced at $20 and can be bought online from the Guthrie Territorial Christmas Foundation or in person on Monday, December 2, between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. at Guthrie City Hall. It is important to note that pre-purchased tickets are nonrefundable.

For further details about the events, interested individuals can reach out to Guthrie’s Territorial Christmas Foundation by calling 405-394-1947 or emailing info.gtcf@gmail.com. The Oklahoma Territorial Museum is situated at 406 E. Oklahoma Ave., Guthrie.

The museum and library operate under the Oklahoma Historical Society (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." Established in 1893 by members of the Territorial Press Association, OHS manages various museums, historic locations, and affiliates statewide. The society offers research archives, exhibits, educational programs, and publications that detail Oklahoma's extensive history. More information about OHS can be found at www.okhistory.org.