MUSEUM OF WESTERN PRAIRIE

ALTUS, OK

Old Altus City Library (Altus, Oklahoma) Historic former Altus City Library in Jackson County, Oklahoma. The Mission style building was constructed in 1936-37 as a New Deal Works Progress Administration (WPA) project.
Old Altus City Library (Altus, Oklahoma) Credit: cmh2315fl

The Museum of Western Prairie is a history museum located in Altus, Oklahoma. It is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history and culture of the Western Prairie region of Oklahoma. The museum's collection includes artifacts, photographs, documents, and exhibits that tell the story of the people and events that shaped the region.

The museum's exhibits cover a variety of topics, including the Native American tribes that lived in the area, the pioneers who settled the region, the oil and gas industry, and the military history of the region. The exhibits are interactive and engaging, providing visitors with a hands-on experience that brings the history of the Western Prairie to life.

In addition to its exhibits, the Museum of Western Prairie offers educational programs and events for visitors of all ages. These include workshops, lectures, and special events that explore the history and culture of the Western Prairie region.

Overall, the Museum of Western Prairie is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the history and culture of Oklahoma's Western Prairie region. Its exhibits, programs, and events provide a fascinating glimpse into the past, and offer visitors a unique and engaging educational experience.

MUSEUM OF WESTERN PRAIRIE is a Uncategorized or General Museum in ALTUS OK. US MID #8404000059

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

Old Altus City Library (Altus, Oklahoma) Historic former Altus City Library in Jackson County, Oklahoma. The Mission style building was constructed in 1936-37 as a New Deal Works Progress Administration (WPA) project.
Old Altus City Library (Altus, Oklahoma) Historic former Altus City Library in Jackson County, Oklahoma. The Mission style building was constructed in 1936-37 as a New Deal Works Progress Administration (WPA) project.
Old Altus City Library (Altus, Oklahoma) Historic former Altus City Library in Jackson County, Oklahoma. The Mission style building was constructed in 1936-37 as a New Deal Works Progress Administration (WPA) project.
Jackson County Courthouse (Altus, Oklahoma) Historic 1911 Jackson County Courthouse in Altus, Oklahoma. The Neo-Classical style building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984 (NRHP No. 84003064 as part of the County Courthouses of Oklahoma Thematic Resource).
Old U.S. Post Office (Altus, Oklahoma) Historic 1917 U.S. Post Office in Altus, Oklahoma. The post office moved to a new facility in 1963. The building is a contributing resource to the Downtown Altus Historic District (NRHP District No. SG100002543), which was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2018.
Old U.S. Post Office (Altus, Oklahoma) Historic 1917 U.S. Post Office in Altus, Oklahoma. The post office moved to a new facility in 1963. The building is a contributing resource to the Downtown Altus Historic District (NRHP District No. SG100002543), which was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2018.
City Auditorium (Altus, Oklahoma) Historic Altus City Auditorium in Jackson County, Oklahoma. The building was constructed in 1940-41 as a New Deal Works Progress Administration (WPA) project.
City Auditorium (Altus, Oklahoma) Historic Altus City Auditorium in Jackson County, Oklahoma. The building was constructed in 1940-41 as a New Deal Works Progress Administration (WPA) project.
City Auditorium (Altus, Oklahoma) Historic Altus City Auditorium in Jackson County, Oklahoma. The building was constructed in 1940-41 as a New Deal Works Progress Administration (WPA) project.
City Auditorium (Altus, Oklahoma) Historic Altus City Auditorium in Jackson County, Oklahoma. The building was constructed in 1940-41 as a New Deal Works Progress Administration (WPA) project.
City Auditorium (Altus, Oklahoma) Historic Altus City Auditorium in Jackson County, Oklahoma. The building was constructed in 1940-41 as a New Deal Works Progress Administration (WPA) project.
Old Wichita Falls & Northwestern Railroad Passenger Depot (Altus, Oklahoma) Historic Wichita Falls and Northwestern (WF&NW) Railroad Passenger Depot in Altus, Oklahoma. The Prairie School style depot was constructed 1909-10. The WF&NW was later acquired by the Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railway (MKT or Katy). The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2008 (NRHP No. 08000851).

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MUSEUM OF WESTERN PRAIRIE
1100 N HIGHTOWER
ALTUS
OK
73521

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MID # 8404000059
Name MUSEUM OF WESTERN PRAIRIE
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 34.648317, -99.328619
CODES FIPS State Code: 40
FIPS County Code: 065
US Census Tract: 968600
US Census Block: 2008