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Free Family Event THIS WEEKEND!
The Oklahoma History Center will hold the 2026 Oklahoma Farm-to-Table Festival on Saturday, March 21, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The free, family-friendly event will encourage the exploration of historic and modern agriculture. There will be hands-on activities and demonstrations for visitors of all ages.
The festival will offer many educational opportunities and experiences, including chuckwagon cooking and nutrition demonstrations, livestock, a petting zoo, various crafts, and story time. In addition, Made-in-Oklahoma vendors will attend to illustrate how their products are created and distributed, and musical entertainment will be on the main stage. The event will take place indoors and outdoors.
During this event, visitors can enjoy all festival activities and access to the exhibit galleries for free!
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Chuck Wagon Gathering in Kingfisher |
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Come to The Chisholm in Kingfisher on Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a day filled with cowboy fun at their annual chuck wagon gathering. At this family-friendly event, drop in to see a variety of working chuck wagons from across the region as they prepare some of their favorite dishes. Live music, cooking demonstrations with food samples, gunfights, Wild West Show performers, Medicine Man shows, and more!
Activities are free, thanks in part to our program sponsors!
Please call The Chisholm at 405-375-5176 for more information. Also, visit thechisholm.org/events for parking information, schedules, and more.
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LISTEN TO THE LATEST
Historic Architecture on Route 66
Almost every town along Route 66 in Oklahoma has a unique building or structure that tells the story of each community and the people who made Route 66 a special highway. In this episode of A Very OK Podcast, Trait Thompson and Dr. Bob Blackburn discuss a few of the theaters, gas stations, restaurants, bridges, and jails that have shaped our experience of The Mother Road through the decades. Their guests are Lynda Ozan, deputy state historic preservation officer, and Michael Mayes, National Register of Historic Places coordinator.
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Learn about the historical archaeology of the Honey Springs Battlefield
On Saturday, March 28, at 10:30 a.m., author William Lees will present a talk at the Honey Springs Battlefield Visitor Center about the archaeological surveys of the Honey Springs Battlefield. He will also be discussing his new book, Honey Springs, Oklahoma: Historical Archaeology of a Civil War Battlefield (2025, Texas A&M University Press).
The program is free to the public.
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March is Women’s History Month
Visit the Women in Oklahoma History page on the Oklahoma Historical Society’s website to learn about women as trailblazers, creatives, pioneers, artists, journalists, aviators, tribal leaders, and so much more. The finding aid offers a wide selection of online tools, including publications and educational resources. Learn about the women who helped shape the state’s history through articles, photographs, biographies, audio, video, online exhibits, and more.
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Spring Equinox Walks with Anna Vincent |
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Spring is on the way, bringing longer days, warmer weather, and a chance to explore the ancient earthworks at Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center.
On Saturday, March 21, visitors can take part in guided Spring Equinox Walks that tell the story of one of the most significant prehistoric sites in the country. The tours will be led by Anna Vincent, current director of Spiro Mounds. Two tours will be offered that day — one at 11 a.m. and another at 6 p.m. The 6 p.m. walk will conclude with a viewing of the sunset on the upper terrace. In the event of inclement weather, talks will be given inside the visitor center.
The tours are included in the standard admission price to the site. View a complete list of admission fees at Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center.
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Will Rogers Memorial Museum Homeschool Day |
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On Monday, March 23, the Will Rogers Memorial Museum will host a Homeschool Day, offering a range of educational and fun opportunities for homeschool students and their families. This is the perfect opportunity to explore the museum and participate in hands-on history activities.
Admission is free from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., with several activities suitable for all ages. Kids can learn about cattle branding, trick roping, and play various games. The event is a come-and-go affair, featuring a story time with Buckaroo Bart at 10:30 a.m.
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Oklahoma Historical Society Route 66 resources |
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Scene at the Lincoln Motel, off Route 66, 1995 (23389.60.10.43, Jim Argo Collection, OHS).
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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:
A car hop takes an order at the first Beverly’s Chicken in the Rough Restaurant, located at 2429 N. Lincoln—US Route 66. It opened in 1936. During its heyday, the chain had seven locations in Oklahoma City and expanded to include hundreds of franchise locations nationwide (21412.M3140.25, Z. P. Meyers/Barney Hillerman Photographic Collection, OHS).
Women's History image:
From left to right: Madge Credie Gottlieb, Leo Musellar Doolin, Murrel Nicholson Marks, Frances Lobsitz Stoltenberg, Jean Winter Hughes, Helen Lobsitz Jones, Blanche Lobsitz Shelton. Three of the girls in the photo are daughter of James Lobsitz, pioneer merchant of Perry who founded Perry's department store "The Famous" (Cherokee Strip Museum Collection).
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Route 66 celebrates 100 years!
For more information about all of the Route 66 centennial events, be sure to visit the OHS website at okhistory.org and the official Oklahoma Route 66 website at okroute66.com.
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