MOUNTAIN VIEW OKLAHOMA HISTORICAL AND MUSEUM SOCIETY

MOUNTAIN VIEW, OK

Washita County Courthouse (New Cordell, Oklahoma) Historic 1910 Washita County Courthouse in New Cordell, Oklahoma.    The Neo-Classical style courthouse was constructed in 1910.  It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984 (NRHP No. 84003452 as part of the County Courthouses of Oklahoma Thematic Resource).  It is also a contributing resource to the New Cordell Courthouse Square Historic District (NRHP District No. 98001592).

The city is officially named New Cordell, but it is commonly called "Cordell".
Washita County Courthouse (New Cordell, Oklahoma) Credit: cmh2315fl

The Mountain View Oklahoma Historical and Museum Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of Mountain View, Oklahoma and the surrounding area. The society operates a museum in downtown Mountain View that showcases artifacts and exhibits related to the town's history, including items from its early days as a railroad town, its agricultural heritage, and its role in the development of the oil industry in the region.

The museum features a range of exhibits, including antique farm equipment, vintage clothing and household items, photographs and documents related to the town's history, and displays on the Native American cultures that have inhabited the area for centuries. Visitors can also learn about the town's notable residents, such as the legendary cowboy and rodeo performer Jim Shoulders.

The Mountain View Oklahoma Historical and Museum Society is staffed by volunteers who are passionate about preserving the town's heritage and sharing it with visitors. In addition to operating the museum, the society works to promote local history through educational programs, community events, and partnerships with other local organizations. Whether you are a local resident or a visitor to the area, the Mountain View Oklahoma Historical and Museum Society is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the rich history of this vibrant Oklahoma community.

MOUNTAIN VIEW OKLAHOMA HISTORICAL AND MUSEUM SOCIETY is a Uncategorized or General Museum in MOUNTAIN VIEW OK. US MID #8404000242

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).

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MOUNTAIN VIEW OKLAHOMA HISTORICAL AND MUSEUM SOCIETY
RR1 BOX 2472
MOUNTAIN VIEW
OK
73062

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MID # 8404000242
Name MOUNTAIN VIEW OKLAHOMA HISTORICAL AND MUSEUM SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 432102228
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201305
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 35.09765, -98.746506
CODES FIPS State Code: 40
FIPS County Code: 075
US Census Tract: 963600
US Census Block: 1097