Greater Southwest Historical Museum - Ardmore, OK
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N 34° 10.547 W 097° 09.115
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This historical museum is located in the Ardmore Armory.
Waymark Code: WMWH5R
Location: Oklahoma, United States
Date Posted: 09/05/2017
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The museum, which opened in 1988, is housed in the armory. A bronze dedication plaque near the entrance shows the donation of this historic building.
According to the museum website, its Mission Statement is: "The purpose of the Greater Southwest Historical Museum is to collect, preserve, and interpret the social, cultural, and economic history of South-Central Oklahoma, with special emphasis on Ardmore and Carter County."
The museum has no admission charge, and has numerous permanent exhibitions of local interest. The Carter County Genealogical Society also maintains books and archives here for genealogical research.
Programs for school children field trips are provided during the year.
Theme:
Historical and cultural history of South-Central Oklahoma.
Street Address:
33 Sunset Drive NW
Ardmore, OK 73401
Hours of Operation:
Tues-Sat: 10-5
Closed Sun, Mon and holidays
Cost: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Museum Size: Medium
Relevant Web Site: [Web Link]
Food Court: Not Listed
Gift Shop: Not Listed
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