Back in 1959, the cemetery on the grounds of the Atoka Museum was declared the state's first official Civil War Confederate cemetery - and today, you can visit it on your next family day out in Oklahoma, for a chance to really immerse yourselves in the rich history of the region.
Today, you can explore the cemetery, the museum, and a Visitor Center, bringing to life a piece of Oklahoma's history which dramatically altered the course of its future.
Throughout the museum you have a unique look into the varied history of southeastern Oklahoma, from pre-historic bones, the Choctaw Trail of Tears and a stop on the Butterfield Stage Line, to homegrown talents like Reba McEntire, and the late legendary bull rider Lane Frost!
The exhibits feature actual historic artifacts, as well as re-created displays of what life would have been like during certain moments in history.
Kids can see uniforms, and period clothing, as well as memorabilia from notable talents.
>Don't miss the chance to visit one of the museum's living history days either, occurring annually every spring. Staff are there to answer any questions, and it always makes a super fun day out for the kids!
So are you ready to re-live history in Oklahoma, at the Akota Museum and Civil War Cemetery? It's time to go back in time!
Free admission!
Free admission!
2022
There are picnic areas on the grounds if you want to bring your own food!
They love having students, just give them a call to arrange - particularly fun are the Living History days for them!
Give them a call before hand to ask about the accessibility of the exhibits and grounds
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