Standing Bear Park

I love this little park focused on Native American history. The walk around is not too long nor is it very hilly...suitable for all physical capabilities. It does get pretty warm during the summer months. Be sure and stop by the museum before you head out. If you're in the area during the fall, don't miss the powwow just across the street.

This is a great little walk around. Not intense. Slight little hills up and down. Wore the kids out on their scooters. They got to learn some about the Native's in our area as there was historical points throughout the park, several monuments and areas to push buttons and be told background history. There's a small pond. The area was well maintained. The grass was long in some places which to me was very pretty. Lots of trees and nice shade. Benches too. Good parking. Had a great time!

Nice peaceful little area! Totally impressed with the statue!! Interesting historical Native American information! So glad we made this a side stop from Texas to Iowa. Gave us a chance to stretch our legs!

63 acre park with 8 acres developed with and educational center, walking trail with areas for each of the original 6 tribes in the area represented along to walk, ending with the 22 ft tall bronze statue of Standing Bear. Each circular area off the trail represents one of the six tribes of the area, Tonkawa, Kaw, Otoe-Missouria,Ponca, Osage and Pawnee. There is a center stand in tach area with three buttons with audio information about the tribe. At the Standing Bear Statue there is a circular viewing court with reflecting pool. I was a little disappointed that the grass was not cut and many of the benches along the path were overgrown. In OK, you would end up with chiggers and ticks if you sat on the benches. I really liked the sandstone blocks around that were used as benches. The reflecting pool was covered with stagnant green water. The area is very nicely laid out and the statue is beautiful. The information along the walk is the only information, the education center is some pictures and pottery. I did like the one room with small bronze statues that may have been statues submitted for the choice of which one to have in the park. There was a gift shop. I felt they could have had more education in the education center. I would have liked the audio information outside, to have been available inside, maybe with some video. There was a library area. The park is a nice area and it is important for everyone to learn about our Native American history. They also have an arena that must be where they have their Pow Wow in September. I read they have dance competition and many other interesting activities. There was a pamphlet, but I didn't take one.most of he funding was provided by ConocoPhillips, nice!