Learn and experience the history of one of Oklahoma’s most significant areas at Greenwood Rising in Tulsa.
Photo By: Lori Duckworth
Head to the states only Native American archaeological site, Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center in Spiro.
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Located in the heart of Miami, the Coleman Theater is one of the states oldest and most historic theaters.
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Get a hands-on lesson about Oklahoma at events like the Fort Towson Living History Event.
Photo By: Lori Duckworth
The historic Poncan Theater in Ponca City maintains much of the character it was built with back in 1927.
Photo By: Laci Schwoegler

History and Historical Sites

From Indian heritage and Viking explorers to land runs and oil booms, Oklahoma has a history unlike any other state. Historical sites throughout the State honor Oklahoma's original residents, settlers and a wide variety of history making people and events. Connect with the past at a living history event, while you watch re-enactments on Civil War battlefields, learn traditional crafts or meet re-enactors playing fur traders who lived in Oklahoma long before settlers moved in. Attend a powwow to experience the pageantry and fellowship among Native peoples as they gather to celebrate traditions and hold dance competitions.

Trek to the Chisholm Trail Heritage Center to discover the rich history of the famous cattle trail that spanned Oklahoma, or see the last standing original sod house on the prairies of Oklahoma and learn more about pioneer life at the Sod House Museum. From oil barons to cowboys, the rich heritage of Oklahoma offers one fascinating journey after another for history buffs.

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