History




HistoryNet.com is brought to you by Historynet LLC, the world's largest publisher of history magazines. HistoryNet.com contains daily features, photo galleries and over 5,000 articles originally published in our various magazines. History on the Net features articles and podcast episodes on everything from Ancient Near East civilizations to 20th century global warfare. Topics covered include military history, diplomacy, everyday life, biographies, and schematics of fortifications—whether you’re looking for a medieval castle or World War I trench. HISTORY reviews and updates its content regularly to ensure it is complete and accurate. ALSO ON THIS DAY. Art, Literature, and Film History.

OHS is celebrating the 100th anniversary of
women’s suffrage. Find out more.

Oklahoma History Center

Monday–Saturday
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Research Center

Tuesday–Saturday
10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Popular Links
COVID-19 Stories
Education
Encyclopedia
Genealogy
Museums and Sites
Oklahoma History at Home
Connect
OHS Membership
Calendar
Social Media
Resources For
Teachers
Students



COVID-19 and Oklahoma—History is Happening Now

The Oklahoma Historical Society is documenting how the COVID-19 pandemic has touched the lives of Oklahomans, and we need your help.



Explore Our Collections, Exhibits, Archives, and Resources Online


Delve Into Oklahoma History
  • Visit The Encyclopedia of Oklahoma History and Culture
  • Check out past issues ofCrossroads online magazine
  • Learn about our state symbols—from amphibians to wildflowers

Discover Collections
  • Find thousands of photos, newspapers, and more on The Gateway to Oklahoma History
  • View select documents and images in our online catalog
  • Explore OHS artifact collections
  • Find us on Google Arts & Culture

Visit the Oklahoma History Center–From Home

Oklahoma History at Home
For parents, educators, and students of all ages!


History

Trace Your Roots
Search our online genealogical resources and start tracing your family tree


Connect on Social Media
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and more!

Get Updates in Your Inbox!
Subscribe to OHS EXTRA! for weekly updates on events, classes, exhibits, and history.



Watch and Listen
  • View interviews, movies, and sports from the OHS Film and Video Archives
  • Step back into broadcast history with the WKY, KTVY, KFOR Archives
  • Hear voices of the past from the Oral History and Audio Archives
  • Listen to past episodes of A Very OK Podcast, the Pawnee Bill Ranch podcast, or the Will Rogers Memorial Museums podcast

History Chrome