The Oklahoma Territorial Museum

I truly enjoyed this little museum that gives a very descriptive detail of the Land Rush of 1889 when all the Oklahoma territory was being laid out for claim (up to 160 acres), and the lengths people went to claim the land. It also offers detailed descriptions on how these people lived, what they did to achieve the land, the participants in the rush, and overall outlining the very details that achieved the early parts of Oklahoma settlement.The museum itself is very interactive. It is laid out very nicely and you could easily spend 2 to 3 hours in her going through everything if you took your time.There is a cost to enter the museum varying from children to senior pricing.The 1970s building that occupies the museum is connected building connected to the Carnegie library next door that was established in 1908.

We enjoyed our visit to the museum. The displays are well done, and there was a nice lady there to answer questions for us as well. The library connected to the museum had been wonderfully preserved and displayed. I loved the woodwork and windows. There was a wheelchair for me to use, but the tires were not aired up well. If I had any suggestions at all, it would be add some air circulation to the library area, and update the maintenance on the wheelchair. Other than that, a wonderful visit full of new things learned.

This museum is filled with interesting things and I like the statue outside. I sat outside with my newborn baby more often than I entered when I lived in this town. Any time I did go in I was the only person there (or whoever I went there with) and the knowledgeable staff members were helpful and I learned alot about the area's history.

The Oklahoma Territorial Museum is connected to the original Carnegie Library in historical Guthrie, Oklahoma. Guthrie was the original state Capitol. If you want to learn about Kate Barnard, an amazing woman who fought for human rights long before women had the right to vote, helped pass laws against child labor, made it possible for all children to get an education, fought for prison reform, and helped clothe the poor, then you will want to visit this wonderful museum. You can also learn about the five Land Runs in Oklahoma, how OKC managed to become the state Capitol, famous gangsters like Belle Starr, and so much more. The Museum is a cool escape from the hot weather, and if you are looking for some cool state gifts, you will find them here.

Wow! Guthrie, Oklahoma. What a good surprise. This little town in central Oklahoma has a lot going for it. I would highly recommend the Oklahoma Territorial Museum. It is well done and delivers a lot of information in an easy to understand format. Cost is 4 bucks and 3 for seniors. Also, don't miss the Scottish Rite Temple.