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“Around the Hollywood Campfire” all-around cabaret production |
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On Saturday, January 17, at 7 p.m., Tulsa-based cabaret star Janet Rutland and author-broadcaster John Wooley return to the Will Rogers Memorial Museum with an all-new cabaret production: “Around the Hollywood Campfire.”
This musical revue explores the rich legacy of Western film and television music, with selections ranging from Gene Autry and The Sons of the Pioneers to sophisticated favorites by Cole Porter and Johnny Mercer. The setlist is full of surprises—including a beautiful top 20 hit by the New Christy Minstrels—and pays tribute to the unforgettable soundtracks of television Westerns from the 1950s through the 1970s. Tickets are $20.
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Saturday, January 24
OETA’s The American Revolution Screening and Panel
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On Saturday, January 24, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., join OETA, the Oklahoma History Center, and the Oklahoma Historical Society for a special screening of The American Revolution by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt.
See a powerful segment highlighting the struggles and contributions of soldiers, women, and Native and African American allies, followed by a panel of experts.
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR TEACHERS
Cultivating a Nation: George Washington, Agriculture, and the 250th
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On Saturday, February 21, teachers are invited to join the special event “Cultivating a Nation: George Washington, Agriculture, and the 250th,” held in partnership with George Washington’s Mount Vernon and the Oklahoma History Center Learning and Engagement team. Speaker Virginia Conerly and Educator Carrie Fox will facilitate the professional development session.
In order to enroll, teachers MUST teach in a formal K–12 classroom or school setting. The program is limited to 50 teachers. Breakfast, lunch, and classroom swag are included. A waitlist will be available if registration meets full capacity.
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On Monday, January 26, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Oklahoma History Center, join in an unforgettable in-person luncheon honoring the incredible Bessie Coleman during Oklahoma’s Bessie Coleman Centennial Week!
This is your chance to meet Gigi Coleman-Broom, Bessie Coleman’s great-niece, and hear inspiring stories about Bessie, the first African-American woman and the first Native American to earn a pilot’s license. Delve into the life of this aviation pioneer and celebrate her groundbreaking achievements. It’s an excellent opportunity to network, enjoy delicious food, and commemorate the legacy of a true trailblazer.
Don’t let this chance pass you by—bring your friends along to create lasting memories together!
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LIVE RECORDING!
A Very OK Podcast LIVE: Oklahoma's Favorite Son
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On Thursday, February 12, at 6 p.m., join your favorite podcast hosts, Trait Thompson and Dr. Bob Blackburn, at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum in Claremore for a special live recording of A Very OK Podcast.
The topic for this on-the-road episode is Oklahoma’s favorite son, Will Rogers. They will be discussing his life growing up in the Cherokee Nation, as well as his rise to stardom through vaudeville and motion pictures, his family life, and more! The episode will also feature the history of Will’s connection to Route 66—the Will Rogers Highway. Special guests for this episode are Tad Jones, director of the Will Rogers Memorial Museum, and Jennifer Rogers, Will’s great-granddaughter. Don’t miss this unique opportunity—mark your calendar and join in an engaging evening celebrating Will Rogers!
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WHAT WILL YOU DISCOVER?
Visit OHS museums and historic sites
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What do Wild West Shows, Victorian mansions, sod houses, forts, and battlefields have in common? They are all right here in Oklahoma, where our diverse and exciting past unfolds across the state. Take time to visit some of the Oklahoma Historical Society’s museums, historic sites, or affiliates this year. Before you head out on the road, check the OHS website or follow our museums and historic sites on social media for the latest updates on special hours or inclement weather closures. |
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Follow the OHS website calendar to learn about our events and programs at OHS museums and historic sites across the state! Our calendar constantly changes with the latest programs and activities, from seasonal events to celebrations, exhibits, films, educational classes, and workshops.
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Connect with the Oklahoma Historical Society on social media—where you can learn more about Oklahoma history and get up-to-date information about events and exhibits across the state!
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Masthead image:
Unidentified farmer seated on horse-drawn equipment as it plows under Austrian winter peas at an experiment station farm in Stillwater in the winter of 1936. Adding the green manure crop added nitrogen and organic matter to the soil, reduced erosion, improved drainage, and improved soil structure (2019.061.B5.08735, Oklahoma Conservation Historical Society Collection, OHS).
In April 1937, Oklahoma passed the Conservation District Enabling Act, which gave citizens the opportunity to form their own conservation districts and created the agency now known as the Oklahoma Conservation Commission. Read more about Oklahoma's Conservation Districts in The Encyclopedia of Oklahoma History and Culture.
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