OKLAHOMA MUSEUMS

We in northwestern Oklahoma have a storied history that is interesting to explore. While some of the primary exhibits you'll find here date back to the Civil War, others are about topics far more modern than you might expect.

If you want to appreciate the culture we harbor here, take a look at some of these historical hotspots!

Har-Ber Village Museum

Address: 4404 W 20th Rd, Grove, OK

Hours
The Village is open seasonally from Mid-March to early November.
Sunday - Monday, Thursday - Saturday: 9 AM - 3:30 PM
Closed Tuesday and Wednesday

Prices

Adults: $10
Seniors (age 63+): $7.50
Children (6-17): $5
Young Children (5 and under): FREE

Pioneer Days

The Har-Ber Village is a throwback to simpler times in American history. You won't only watch live historical demonstrations, but you'll get a chance to try things that pioneers did for themselves.

This is just a sample of the things you'll try:

Basket Weaving
Candle Dipping
Butter Churning
Dye Making
Coffee and Corn Grinding

Civil War Era Days

On the other hand, you'll get a chance to experience the life of a Civil War soldier. Watch live demonstrations of soldiers firing their guns and cannons. You can ask any of the workers questions about the time period.

At Har-Ber Village, you won't just be educated, you'll be entertained the whole way through!

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Darryl Starbird Museum

Address: 55251 E OK-85A, Afton, OK

Hours
Monday, Wednesday - Saturday: 10 AM - 5 PM
Closed Tuesdays

Prices

Adults: $15
Seniors (65+): $14
Children (10-14): $10
Younger than 10: FREE

National Rod & Custom Car Hall

Darryl Starbird is a legend in the car industry. He started customizing his own vehicles way back in 1954, and continued throughout his life. You can take a look at some of the cars he designed, admire how they changed, and maybe take inspiration if engineering is your thing.

Starbird Car Show

If you're lucky, you may be able to visit Grand Lake when a car show is going on. Keep up-to-date on car show information on the Starbird Museum website.

DARRYL STARBIRD MUSEUM

Delaware County Historical Society

Address: 538 W Krause St, Jay, OK

Hours
Monday - Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Closed weekends

Prices

For questions about price and availability, contact them at 918-253-4345.

Yet another historical complex dedicated to preserving history of Delaware County, Oklahoma. You can learn about the Pensacola Dam, WWII stories, and other beautiful examples of human heroism throughout America's history. It's a decently far drive from Marina Del Rey, but if you are passing through, it's definitely worth a pit stop.

HISTORICAL COUNTY

Eastern Trails Museum

Address: 215 W Illinois Ave, Vinita, OK

Hours
Monday - Saturday: 11 AM - 3 PM
Closed Sunday

Prices
Because Eastern Trails Museum is sponsored by the town, it's costs absolutely nothing to visit.

Eastern Trails covers some of the local history of northwestern Oklahoma. You'll see gorgeous antiques, stories from people who came from Vinita, and much more! Check it out if you're interested in learning the smaller stories in Oklahoma.

EASTERN TRAILS MUSEUM

Motorcycle Museum

Address: 14 E 3rd St, Grove, OK
Hours
Tuesday - Saturday: 11 AM - 3 PM
Closed Sunday and Monday

Prices
For prices, call 918-787-8707 for more information.

This is possibly the best motorcycle museum in the nation. It's insanely affordable, you have unlimited access to tour guides who can answer questions about the various bikes on display, and after you are done looking around, you can grab a sandwich at the cafe in-house.

With that, you have all of the museum highlights surrounding the Grand Lake o' the Cherokees! Be sure to make a stop to at least a couple of them. You won't regret learning more about our corner of the world.