Historical Museums & Tours Governor's Mansion Offical residence of the state's governor since 1928. It was designed by the same architectural firm that was chosen to design the State Capitol Building. Harn
Homestead Museum The Harn Homestead & 1889ers Museum at the William Fremont Harn Gardens is one of the few properties open to the public that remain from Oklahoma's Territorial years of 1889 to 1907. As such it is a direct link to our unique heritage and to the legacies left us by the hardy pioneers who carved homes and cities from the Oklahoma prairies. 45th Infantry
Division Museum In honor of the men who served in The Oklahoma Militia, the 45th Infantry Division, and the men and women of The Oklahoma National Guard. National
Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum This popular visitor attraction features an excellent collection of classic and contemporary Western art in several historical galleries. Oklahoma
City National Memorial and Memorial Center Museum The Oklahoma City National Memorial remembers those who lost their lives in the tragic bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Building on April 19, 1995. Oklahoma
Firefighters Museum This museum features extraordinary turn-of-the-century fire engines that were once used in Oklahoma communities. Oklahoma's first fire station is displayed along with the finest specimens of firefighting equipment anywhere. Oklahoma
Heritage Center This elegant 1917 mansion contains Louis XVI furnishings, as well as collections of bells, canes, Meissen china, and fine art and tapestries. The original third-floor ballroom now showcases Oklahoma Hall of Fame galleries, including portraits and biographies of famous Oklahomans. Also on premises are a library, chapel and formal gardens. Omniplex Lots of hands-on, scientific fun for kids and adults. Visit their website to learn more. Overholser Mansion The Overholser Mansion is the first mansion in Oklahoma City, built by early-day entrepreneur Henry Overholser. It is of late 19th century architecture with original furnishings and hand-painted, canvas-covered walls. State Capitol Until November of 2002, you may not have recognized the capitol building as a capitol because it didn't have a dome! It has one now, and it's a must-see for any history buff. State Museum
of History If you visit the capitol, why not cross the street to the State Museum of History for a comprehensive historical overview of Oklahoma, from prehistoric times to oil field wildcatters to the space program. Interpretive exhibits, artifacts, original art, and special weekend programs provide an entertaining and informative experience. Unique exhibits include an original bison hide teepee, a Civil War cannon, and wagon used in two land runs, Native American murals, historic quilts and much more. Stockyards
City Oklahoma City's Stockyards is the largest stocker/feeder cattle market in the world. Here you can see Oklahoma cowboys working the livestock. Cowtown offers a variety of shops from old time general stores and tack shops to western duds, jewelry and a 24-hour beef restaurant. Visitors can also attend livestock auctions held Monday through Tuesday. Water
Taxi of Oklahoma Water Taxi runs a continual service like a bus. All Water Taxi Ambassadors narrate points of interest along the way. A round trip takes about 40 minutes. During our regular season, you can board a Water Taxi every 10-15 minutes at our landing on the Bricktown Riverwalk. Theater
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