Upcoming Events
Photographing the Plains, Depression Era Oklahoma
The Chisholm Trail Museum will host Photographing the Plains, Depression Era Oklahoma, February 1 through May 31, 2020. This traveling exhibit from the Oklahoma History Center features images from social reform photographer Lewis Hine (1874–1940). When: February 1 - May 31, 2020 Where: Chisholm Trail Museum Cost: Free with Admission 
Tea and Talk at Horizon Hill: Women and Wild West Shows
Please join us at the Chisholm Trail Museum on April 18, for the Museum’s tea and talk at Horizon Hill. Guests will be treated to a variety of traditional teas and snacks in the parlors of Horizon Hill, Territorial Governor A. J. Seay’s home. During the event, Dr. Alyce Webb will speak on the topic of Women and Wild West Shows. Pawnee Bill’s Historic Wild West endeavored to teach audiences in the urban east what life was “really” like on the American frontier. From the beginning, female performers were part of this story. Women riders and sharpshooters, such as Pawnee Bill’s wife May, consciously used certain gear, clothing, and social practices to remain genteel and “ladylike” while working in a very masculine arena. Participants will explore the gear and clothing these women used, and discuss the Victorian social implications of being “ladylike” or “rebellious,” case depending. Registration is required and space is limited. Please contact the museum at (405) 375-5176 to reserve your place. When: 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. April 25, 2020 Where: Chisholm Trail Museum Who: Adults Cost: $15.00 **Payment must be received to secure registration. Registration is limited. 
Heirloom Care: Caring for Family Photos
Join us at the Chisholm Trail Museum on May 2 for an introductory class on caring for family photographs and documents. Rachel Mosman, Photo and Digital Assets Manager for the Oklahoma Historical Society will introduce methods for organizing and preserving your own family photograph treasures and discuss resources available for participants. Please contact the museum at (405) 375-5176 to reserve your place. When: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. May 2, 2020 Where: Chisholm Trail Museum Who: Adults Cost: $15.00 **Payment must be received to secure registration. Registration is limited. 3rd Annual Ice Cream Social
Join us at Horizon Hill on June 20, 2020, for our annual Ice Cream Social. We will provide the ingredients and you provide the muscle for homemade ice cream treats. Bring a lawn chair, partake in a variety of yard games, listen to live music, and get to know your neighbors as you enjoy delicious frozen desserts. This event is free; however, donations will be accepted. Available while supplies last. When: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. June 20, 2020 Where: Chisholm Trail Museum Who: Family Friendly Cost: Free (Donations Accepted) 
Traditional Trades Day
Join us at the Chisholm Trail Museum for Traditional Trades Day and discover historic occupations and heritage skills. Traditional trades and skills were the lifeblood of the community for decades where local craftsmen provided the items necessary for everyday life. Come explore a variety of demonstration including carpentry, wet plate photography, leather work, dressmaking, blacksmithing, spinning, weaving, lacemaking, flintknapping, laundry, traditional cooking, and more. When: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. August 29, 2020 Where: Chisholm Trail Museum Who: Family Friendly Cost: Free 
Cast Iron Cooking for the Family
In this casual, fun class, children and their parents will learn to care for and cook in cast-iron cookware. Participants will create a Dutch oven delight and participate in a group meal. The class will explore family friendly historical and modern recipes while learning how to cook in your backyard. All materials needed for the class will be provided. This class is restricted to adult and children ages 10 and older. The cost for the class is $40.00 per adult/child pair and $15.00 for an additional child. Preregistration is required. All participating children must be accompanied by an adult. When: 9:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m. September 19, 2020 Where: Chisholm Trail Museum Who: Adults and children over the age of 10 with an adult. Cost: $40.00 per adult/child pair and $15.00 for an additional participant. **Payment must be received to secure registration. Registration is limited. 
3rd Annual Chuck Wagon Gathering & Dinner
More information coming soon! When: October 3, 2020 Where: Chisholm Trail Museum Cost: TBD 
Wanted: Dead or Alive
The Chisholm Trail Museum will host Wanted: Dead or Alive, August 28 – October 30, 2020. This traveling exhibit from the Oklahoma History Center features images of some of Oklahoma’s most infamous criminals. Images from the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the University of Oklahoma Western History Collections, the National Archives, and the Oklahoma Historical Society include mugshots, crime scene locations and group shots with criminals, and law enforcement officers. They span more than 70 years, starting before statehood in 1907 and reaching into the late 1950s. When: August 28 - October 30, 2020 Where: Chisholm Trail Museum Cost: Free with Admission |