For more than 125 years, the Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS) has worked to collect, preserve and share our history. Just as the OHS has chronicled World War I, the influenza outbreaks in 1918 and 1919, the Great Depression and Okie migration of the 1930s and 1940s, World War II, the 1980s oil bust and other […]
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PRESS RELEASE ReadOKC gets back in the game despite challenges
The 2019-20 school year didn’t end like any other – but summer break will still be a time for Oklahoma City Public Schools (OKCPS) students to “Get in the Game” with ReadOKC! During each school break, ReadOKC issues a challenge for elementary students to read at least 20 minutes a day. Students record their time […]
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PRESS RELEASE Oklahoma Historical Society museums and historic sites will remain closed until June 1
All Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS) museums, historic sites and affiliates, including the Oklahoma History Center in Oklahoma City, have been closed to the public since Tuesday, March 17, 2020. These facilities will remain closed until Monday, June 1. A list of OHS museums and historic sites can be found at www.okhistory.org/sites. All OHS-sponsored events at […]
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PRESS RELEASE A Message from National Cowboy & Western Heritage MuseumPresident Natalie Shirley
The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, or The Cowboy as many like to call it, is a place where the West comes to life though art and history. We love sharing it and miss welcoming you, our visitors, into this special place. Tim, our Director of Security and Operation Services and our Marketing Department […]
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PRESS RELEASE OKCPS to launch summer meal plan
OKCPS is transitioning to our Summer Meal Program, beginning Wednesday, May 13. Summer meals will be available at 23 sites on weekdays through Tuesday, June 30, excluding Memorial Day (May 25). The district will provide “Grab & Go” breakfast and lunch at no cost under the USDA Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) to individuals aged […]
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PRESS RELEASE Oklahoma City Philharmonic to cancel remainder of 19-20 season
In order to protect our audiences, musicians, staff, and all those who we serve our community and in cooperation with community-wide efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, the OKCPHIL has made the difficult decision to cancel the remaining concerts of our 2019-20 Season. We have been closely monitoring the situation and observing protocols for […]
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PRESS RELEASE Oklahoma City Councilmembers Cooper, Hamon and Nice to hold Virtual COVID-19 Town Hall on mental health, accessing care and more, 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 5
Three members of the Oklahoma City Council will hold a Virtual Town Hall on Tuesday to discuss mental health, access to care and more during the COVID-19 crisis. The virtual meeting is 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 5. The hosts are Ward 2 Councilperson James Cooper, Ward 6 Councilwoman JoBeth Hamon and Ward 7 Councilwoman Nikki […]
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PRESS RELEASE elevated thoughts book launches with film premiere
Ignition Arts and Literati Press collaborate for a unique book launch of elevated thoughts: 100 shadormas from 9,000ft. by Kate Brennan and Corinne Prudente. elevated, premiering on Thursday, May 7 at 7 p.m. is a short film adaptation of the book. The film will be available free to the public for one month from launch. […]
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PRESS RELEASE Capitol access to be partially restored Monday when Legislature returns
Access restrictions to the State Capitol will be partially loosened Monday to restore public access, with requirements such as entry point screenings, masks, appointment only office visits, social distancing, disinfection and more remaining in place for health and safety. The protocols were developed in consultation with health professionals from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences […]
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PRESS RELEASE Experience Paseo’s May First Friday from home!
As Oklahoma’s first arts district, the Paseo Arts District holds the safety of their visitors, artists and merchants as a top priority. With that in mind, the Paseo is excited to host First Friday From Home, a live stream of all the best things about Paseo, social distance style! During the event, which will take […]