Bank Museum - Oologah, OK
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hamquilter
N 36° 26.826 W 095° 42.593
15S E 257123 N 4036953
Pre-Statehood Bank open to the public
Waymark Code: WM9R99
Location: Oklahoma, United States
Date Posted: 09/23/2010
Views: 3
On the southwest corner of Cooweescoowee Avenue and Maple Street in Oologah, stands the Bank of Oologah. Built in 1906, the bank operated here until 1932, when the Depression forced its closing.
The building was restored in 1985 and is open for guided tour. Pre-statehood furnishings and equipment remain, as well as period items donated by local residents.
Admission is Free.
Hours Open: M-F 9-5
Sat - 10-2
Phone: 918-443-2790
Restoration of this bank building inspired the rebirth of historic downtown Oologah, birthplace of Will Rogers.
Theme:
Cultural History of early Oklahoma
Street Address:
202 Cooweescoowee Avenue
Oologah, OK 74053
Food Court: no
Gift Shop: no
Hours of Operation:
M-F: 9-5
Sa: 10-2
Cost: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Museum Size: Small
Relevant Web Site: [Web Link]
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