The historical Pryor Creek Bridge was built in 1926 and carried U.S. Highway 66 traffic from 1926 to 1932, when a new alignment of Route 66 bypassed the bridge.
The bridge is 123 feet in length with a total width of 19 feet. The design is . . . — — Map (db m171051) HM
The Belvidere Mansion is the beautiful family home built by entrepreneur, banker, and businessman John M. Bayless for his wife Mary and their children. After Mrs. Bayless moved from the home in 1919, it was used as a hospital and then a hotel for a . . . — — Map (db m272351) HM
Site of battle in "Strawberry Moon" 1817, when Chief Clermont's Osage village was wiped out by Cherokees. This Osage band from Missouri had settled near the mound at insistence of fur traders of St. Louis. Osages became the wealthiest Indians in . . . — — Map (db m40995) HM
has been placed on the
National Register of Historic Places
by the United States Department of the Interior
The Downtown Claremore Historic District encompasses portions of five
blocks centered on Will Rogers Boulevard. Founded in the . . . — — Map (db m272353) HM
Eastern University Preparatory School -
predecessor of Rogers State University -
was founded in 1909 at this location -
the former site of Claremont School. The
original Claremont School was demolished in
1938 and a new Claremont Elementary . . . — — Map (db m272350) HM
"...knowledge is in every country the surest basis of public happiness, in one in which the measures of government receive their impression so immediately from the sense of the community as is ours it is proportionably essential..."
First . . . — — Map (db m59936) HM
Well, here goes some scribblin' that's a little past due,
But I reckon I'm always a-thinkin' 'bout you.
I've been readin' the papers in my own little way,
And I see where you messed up my last birthday.
Through divine television I . . . — — Map (db m41985) HM
Will Rogers launched a journey into international fame, historic greatness and galloping humor along this frontier cattle trail that grew into Route 66 of motorized America.
Born on a ranch in 1879 twelve miles NW of here, Will Rogers . . . — — Map (db m67810) HM
In lasting memory of all OMA cadets who gave their lives while serving with distinction and honor in the Armed Forces of the United States, as well as the Allied Forces of Canada and the United Kingdom. Their lives exemplify, to the fullest . . . — — Map (db m59934) HM
In memory and honor of those members of the Oklahoma Military Academy Corp[s] of Cadets who gave their lives and those missing in action that our nation might be free.
May this monument forever remind us that these men gave their all during . . . — — Map (db m59932) HM
Entered service in 1953. 76mm main gun. Weight 23.5 tons. Max speed 45mph. Crew of four. Named for General Walton Walker, who was killed in Korea in 1950. Loaned to Davis Museum by US Army in 1988. — — Map (db m67840) HM
"Live your life, so that whenever you lose you are ahead."
Will Rogers
We honor the memory of Oklahoma's beloved native son. A modest, unspoiled child of the Plains, cowboy, actor, humorist and world traveler whose . . . — — Map (db m41986) HM
Built by the People of
the State of Oklahoma
in Tribute to Will Rogers
Native Son and World Citizen
Dedicated on November 4, 1938
the anniversary of his birth
[Additional Markers at the Will Rogers Memorial]
"The . . . — — Map (db m41987) HM
Andrew Hartley Payne, a 1927 graduate of Foyil, won the 1928 transcontinental footrace, LA-NYC, a 3423.5 mi. world record in 573 hr 4 min & 34 sec. Andy "Greatest Long Distance Runner in History of Competitive Running" won in the 880 & mile . . . — — Map (db m67809) HM
Andrew Hartley Payne (1907 - 1977) won the 1928 Great Transcontinental Footrace, began in Los Angeles 3/4/28, ended 3,422.3 miles later in NYC 5/26/28.
Andy, of Cherokee ancestry, graduated from Foyil High School, served 36 years as Clerk of . . . — — Map (db m52005) HM
This visionary art environment was created by the artist Ed Galloway (1880-1963) between the years of 1937 and 1963 as a monument to the American Indian. During the twenty-six years that Ed and his wife Villie lived on this parcel of land, Ed . . . — — Map (db m272327) HM
Born in the Going Snake District, Cherokee Nation, Clem was the only son of Sallie Vann and Robert Rogers, Jr. He was educated in the Cherokee Nation.
He married Mary America Schrimsher, also part Cherokee, in 1858. He later served in the . . . — — Map (db m111454) HM
Will Rogers inspired brothers Philip E. & Fred A. Daugherty who paved bold pathways for Oklahoma progress.
Fred won distinction as a leading federal judge and a general, Philip was a principled and renowned Oklahoma City attorney.
Daugherty . . . — — Map (db m111455) HM
Believed to be the oldest
commercial building in
downtown Oologah
circa 1890
Donated by
Claude & Doris Worden Armbrister
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Cooweescoowee Ave. & Maple . . . — — Map (db m111458) HM
The centennial bench is made of steel, like the people who have made Oklahoma what it is today. The bench is 100 inches long and there will b[e] 100 of them produced. Each bench will come with a certificate of origin and number of each bench. The . . . — — Map (db m111465) HM
The original model of the miniature house was built in 1928 by Zennie Taylor (1890-1969) as a school project for the Tulsa State Fair. By 1930 he had constructed a permanent replica which was dedicated at a special "WILL ROGERS DAY" . . . — — Map (db m111435) HM
William Penn Adair Rogers was born Nov. 4, 1879
at the family ranch northeast of Oologah.
He died on Aug. 15, 1935 near Point Barrow, Alaska
Sculpted by
Sandra Van Zandt
Commissioned by the
Oolagah Historical Society . . . — — Map (db m111461) HM
This airport dedicated July 14th, 1931, by Will Rogers, Wiley Post and Harold Gatty following the famous Around the World flight. Is under the supervision and maintenance of the United States Department of Commerce and is on the Amarillo-St. Louis . . . — — Map (db m111445) HM
Two miles east is the birthplace of Will Rogers, the Oklahoma cowboy, who by the way of Broadway, Hollywood and the public press won his way to the hearts of the American people. He used the land, water and air as highways for spreading, "peace on . . . — — Map (db m111411) HM
Injection of water into an oil reservoir to increase recovery was first attempted in Oklahoma on an oil lease 5.8 miles east of this location.
From that effort, a recovery method previously used in eastern fields was adapted to conditions . . . — — Map (db m43783) HM
Dedicated as an honor to a
faithful public servant
for his many achievements
Born at Claremore Okla,
in the heart of the
"Will Rogers" country
Claremore City Attorney
1935 to 1945
State . . . — — Map (db m67843) HM
Western Cherokee capitol,
1829-39, and court ground
for Cherokee Nation. Named
for the chief who secured
the establishment of Dwight
Mission in Arkansas Ter. His
brother John Jolly served
at this capitol as Chief and
Sam Houston often . . . — — Map (db m282191) HM
Honoring
Sequoyah (George Guess)
Veteran War of 1812
Marked October 1985
By
Pvt. Jacob Holley Chapter
United States Daughters of 1812 — — Map (db m141918) WM
Dwight Mission was founded as a school for the Cherokees under the leadership of Rev. Cephas Washburn in 1818. Originating near present Russellville, Arkansas, the mission was moved to this location in 1828. For four decades Rev. Washburn inspired . . . — — Map (db m282335) HM
First established in 1821, among
western Cherokees in Pope Co.,
Ark. Ter. by Rev. C. Washburn,
American Bd. of Commissioners
for Foreign Missions. Moved to
this new land of the Cherokees
in Ind. Ter. 1829. Site at Nicksville,
post office . . . — — Map (db m282276) HM
Many of the logs in this museum are from the Blue House, last original building to be destroyed. Dwight Mission School, co-educational, opened in 1830 with Dr. Marcus Palmer in charge. In December 1836, Rev. S.A. Worcester came to this place. In . . . — — Map (db m282374) HM
For 40 years of exemplary service to the Oklahoma Department of Transportation this facility is dedicated to the memory of Hoppy Lockhart.
By his unyielding commitment to the safety of the motorists of eastern Oklahoma, he set the highest . . . — — Map (db m52006) HM
Century Time Capsule to be opened July 4, 2076 Herein are mementoes from the Sequoyah County Historical Society of the year A.D. 1976 to the people of the year A.D. 2076. Sealed during the celebration of Oklahoma Statehood Day, November . . . — — Map (db m263507) HM
Henry, Frederick F, Recipient of Congressional Medal of Honor; The Asistic Pacific Ribbon with two bronze stars; The Philippines Liberation Ribbon with bronze star; the Bronze Star Medal with an oak leaf cluster. — — Map (db m112075) WM
Russell Kelce, president of Seneca Coal Company, gave 40 acres of strip-mine land to Boy Scout Troop 104 in 1944. Scouts improved the land so well that Kelce added 395 acres later. The Indian Nations Council of Boy Scouts now holds title to 275 . . . — — Map (db m225906) HM
Evans was a coal-mining community with a post office from November 1904 to February of 1911. The Evans School-Church building and a company store served the hamlet, which began as a tent city. Small houses for mining families replaced tents. Evans . . . — — Map (db m225908) HM
Creek Indian school founded by Rev. R. M. Loughridge, Presbyterian Bd Foreign Miss. 1843. Coweta, ancient Creek town in Alabama, re-established in this vicinity by Creeks who arrived Ft. Gibson on steamboat, "Facility," 1828. This was home town . . . — — Map (db m68058) HM
Land of the Free
because of the Brave
[Armed Forces emblems]
POW☆MIA
You are not forgotten
Dedicated by
Rolling Thunder Oklahoma
14 June 2011
Army Spc
Jonathan Paul Barnes
KIA Iraq
July 26, 2003
Marine Sgt
James . . . — — Map (db m109863) WM
Texas RoadThe most ancient and important trail through Oklahoma Three Forks at the head of navigation of the Verdigris River the oldest trading post in Oklahoma dating from 1812.
Creek & OsageIndian agencies on the East and West . . . — — Map (db m52559) HM
Choctaw Indians made hunting expedition from Mississippi to this region, Jan. 1807, led by famous Chief Pushmataha. Camped east on Verdigris River was Joseph Bogy, French trader among Osages, whose armed men engaged Pushmataha's band in battle . . . — — Map (db m73126) HM
The Fountain Baptist Church Ό mi. S. & 1 mi. E. believed to be the successor to Oklahoma's first Baptist church organized by Rev. Isaac McCoy Sept. 9, 1832 in this vicinity at Ebenezer Station with six charter members: Quasch, Bob, and Ned, . . . — — Map (db m73129) HM
This Creek Indian school was founded by Rev. R.M. Loughridge, Presbyterian Bd. [Board] Foreign Miss. [Missions], 1848. Rev. W.S. Robertson was employed as the supt. Rebuilt by Creeks when destroyed by fire in 1880. Operated until 1907 for . . . — — Map (db m73128) HM
Was trading post in 1829-33, named and conducted by ex-Gov. Sam Houston of Tenn., who was called Colonah (The Raven) by his Cherokee friends. As a celebrity in the Indian Ter., Houston was visited by the American author, Washington Irving who . . . — — Map (db m73125) HM
A.J. Mason & Bro Building
The A.J. Mason & Bro Building, a single brick structure, stands as the only remaining original structure in Tullahassee, Oklahoma. Erected in 1912, it has served various roles, including the first post office, . . . — — Map (db m284444) HM
School History
1920 - Mark Hanna was the original name of the first school in Tullahassee. The Rosenwald Grant was utilized to build that facility. The Rosenwald Fund helped build schools in black communities such as Tullahassee, Rock . . . — — Map (db m284471) HM
History of Tullahassee
By 1850, Presbyterian missionaries established the Tullahassee Manual Labor School under rules and guidelines set by the Muscogee (Creek) National Council. After a fire destroyed the main school building in 1880, the . . . — — Map (db m284469) HM
Oklahoma State Society Daughters of the American Colonists recognizes and honors this first permanent brick building in the first incorporated town in Indian Territory Wagoner Settled June 5, 1887 by the Wm. H. McAnallys, . . . — — Map (db m259532) HM
We enjoy the bountiful wildlife and rich natural resources in Oklahoma because of the many officers who have dedicated their lives to wildlife law enforcement.
Ranger Garrison gave his life, the ultimate sacrifice, while attempting to arrest a . . . — — Map (db m68078) HM
The centennial bench is made of steel, like the people who have made Oklahoma what it is today. The bench is 100 inches long and there will be 100 of them produced. Each bench will come with a certificate of origin and number. The design is by . . . — — Map (db m68087) HM
In 1906 the City leased the lots & built this brick structure for $1,011.68 to house the Fire Department, City Offices, & City Council Room — — Map (db m68084) HM
Honoring Margie Semore and the late Jack Semore.
Margie was Salutatorian of the Wagoner High School Class of '38 and began her career with Wagoner County Abstract, eventually becoming the owner.
Jack was a S/Sgt., in the 142nd Engineer . . . — — Map (db m68089) HM
Became Indian Territory's first incorporated town Jan. 4, 1896 under Mansfield's Digest of the Laws of Arkansas. The citizens (about 2,000) sought to form a city government to provide improvements and the upbuilding of society. Wagoner began . . . — — Map (db m68059) HM
Engraved here in stone and in the hearts of the people forever are those who gave their lives for our freedom.
World War I
Alsup, James ∙ Brown, Frank ∙ Cannon, Walter ∙ Donaghe, Toll ∙ Farr, Cleo, ∙ Finley, . . . — — Map (db m68081) WM
Dedicated to the
Sons of Wagoner County
who gave their lives during
the Second World War.
"By this living symbol we
will remember that they did
not die in vain." — — Map (db m68075) WM
The Caney River Bridge design included two Camelback pony trusses and a K-truss, which was uncommon nationally but popular in Oklahoma. The members of the bridge span form the letter "К" and explain why this bridge type is known as a K-truss. . . . — — Map (db m284757) HM
Independent Adventurous Enterprising Bold, these are the words that have been used to describe those who were here first.
This mural, entitled "Building the City of Legends," represents several firsts - including many of the key people . . . — — Map (db m73104) HM
A refinery in Coffeyville, Kansas, played a key role in the productive life of the Nellie Johnstone No. 1 well for more than 40 years. Although the historic well ceased operation long ago, the refinery today continues to operate as Coffeyville . . . — — Map (db m284511) HM
Once a local road between Bartlesville and Dewey, this roadway segment was designated as part of U.S. Highway (US) 75 in 1926. US 75 was one of Oklahoma's original U.S. Highways, connecting Bartlesville to Tulsa and beyond. This road became known as . . . — — Map (db m284755) HM
During early oil field development in this area, Bartlesville lay between two of the world's largest tank farms located at Copan and Ramona. Early day oil tank construction allowed vapors to escape through the roof where they could be ignited by . . . — — Map (db m284520) HM
The Hulah Santa Fe depot owes its origin to the lush bluestem cattle grazing grass in much of Osage County, Oklahoma. Cattle owners would fatten cattle on this grass before taking them to markets.
The Santa Fe railroad in 1918 began building a . . . — — Map (db m284522) HM
Understandably, the swastika creates a broad range of emotional responses; so, perhaps a brief history lesson will ease your concerns.
The design of this bridge, constructed in 1920, was to honor the community's rich Native American influence . . . — — Map (db m284519) HM
In 1870 Nelson Carr built the first dam over the Caney River and a gristmill located about one-third of a mile upstream from here. Five years later Jacob Bartles bought the mill for $1,000 and expanded operations. He raised the dam and added a . . . — — Map (db m284753) HM
Cable Tooling Drilling - 1897
This display is a highly accurate reproduction of a cable tool drilling derrick nearly identical to the one that drilled the Nellie Johnstone No. 1 discovery.
The 82-foot tall derrick stands on the exact spot . . . — — Map (db m284515) HM
The Price Tower
has been designated a
National Historic Landmark
Completed in 1956 for the H. C. Price Company, an oil pipeline firm, Price Tower is an architectural masterpiece by noted American architect Frank Lloyd Wright. The . . . — — Map (db m73096) HM
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