MC CLAIN COUNTY HISTORICAL

PURCELL, OK

Old Lindsay Municipal Building (Lindsay, Oklahoma) Historic Lindsay Municipal Building in Garvin County, Oklahoma. The rusticated pink sandstone building was constructed in 1940 as a New Deal Works Progress Administration (WPA) project for the Town of Lindsay. The building housed municipal offices, the fire department, a community meeting place, and an entertainment center.
Old Lindsay Municipal Building (Lindsay, Oklahoma) Credit: cmh2315fl

McClain County Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Purcell, Oklahoma. It was founded in 1968 by a group of local residents who were passionate about preserving the rich history of the area. The society is dedicated to collecting, preserving and showcasing the history of McClain County.

The society has a museum located in downtown Purcell, which displays a wide range of artifacts and exhibits that showcase the history of the county. The museum features a variety of exhibits, including Native American artifacts, early settlers' tools and household items, and displays that highlight the development of the local economy, such as agriculture, oil and gas, and transportation.

The society also maintains a research library, which houses a vast collection of books, photographs, and documents related to the history of McClain County. The library is open to the public and provides a valuable resource for researchers and history enthusiasts.

The society hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including lectures, tours, and special exhibits. They also offer educational programs for students and host field trips for local schools.

Overall, the McClain County Historical Society is a valuable resource for preserving and sharing the rich history of the area. Its museum, library, and educational programs provide a unique glimpse into the past and help to promote an understanding and appreciation of the area's history.

MC CLAIN COUNTY HISTORICAL is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in PURCELL OK. US MID #8404000350

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). 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 Lindsay Municipal Building (Lindsay, Oklahoma) Historic Lindsay Municipal Building in Garvin County, Oklahoma. The rusticated pink sandstone building was constructed in 1940 as a New Deal Works Progress Administration (WPA) project for the Town of Lindsay. The building housed municipal offices, the fire department, a community meeting place, and an entertainment center.
Old Lindsay Municipal Building (Lindsay, Oklahoma) Historic Lindsay Municipal Building in Garvin County, Oklahoma. The rusticated pink sandstone building was constructed in 1940 as a New Deal Works Progress Administration (WPA) project for the Town of Lindsay. The building housed municipal offices, the fire department, a community meeting place, and an entertainment center.
Old Lindsay Municipal Building (Lindsay, Oklahoma) Historic Lindsay Municipal Building in Garvin County, Oklahoma. The rusticated pink sandstone building was constructed in 1940 as a New Deal Works Progress Administration (WPA) project for the Town of Lindsay. The building housed municipal offices, the fire department, a community meeting place, and an entertainment center.
Old Lindsay Municipal Building (Lindsay, Oklahoma) Historic Lindsay Municipal Building in Garvin County, Oklahoma. The rusticated pink sandstone building was constructed in 1940 as a New Deal Works Progress Administration (WPA) project for the Town of Lindsay. The building housed municipal offices, the fire department, a community meeting place, and an entertainment center.
Santa Fe Railway Depot (Lindsay, Oklahoma) Historic Santa Fe Railway Depot in Lindsay, Oklahoma. The combination passenger and freight station was constructed in 1903 by the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway (ATSF). The depot was closed in 1985. The old Lindsay Santa Fe depot was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1986 (NRHP No. 86000863 as part of the Territorial Era Santa Fe Depots in South Central Oklahoma Thematic Nomination which also included the Santa Fe Depot in Pauls Valley).
Purcell City Hall (Purcell, Oklahoma) Historic Purcell City Hall in McClain County, Oklahoma. The Art Deco style building was constructed in 1935 as a New Deal Federal Emergency Relief Administration (FERA) project. The FERA was replaced by the New Deal’s Works Progress Administration (WPA) as the project was being completed.
Purcell City Hall (Purcell, Oklahoma) Historic Purcell City Hall in McClain County, Oklahoma. The Art Deco style building was constructed in 1935 as a New Deal Federal Emergency Relief Administration (FERA) project. The FERA was replaced by the New Deal’s Works Progress Administration (WPA) as the project was being completed.
McClain County Courthouse (Purcell, Oklahoma) Historic 1928 McClain County Courthouse in Purcell, Oklahoma. The Neo-Classical style building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984 (NRHP No. 84003347 as part of the County Courthouses of Oklahoma Thematic Resource).
McClain County Courthouse (Purcell, Oklahoma) Historic 1928 McClain County Courthouse in Purcell, Oklahoma. The Neo-Classical style building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984 (NRHP No. 84003347 as part of the County Courthouses of Oklahoma Thematic Resource).
McClain County Courthouse (Purcell, Oklahoma) Historic 1928 McClain County Courthouse in Purcell, Oklahoma. The Neo-Classical style building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984 (NRHP No. 84003347 as part of the County Courthouses of Oklahoma Thematic Resource).
McClain County Courthouse (Purcell, Oklahoma) Historic 1928 McClain County Courthouse in Purcell, Oklahoma. The Neo-Classical style building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984 (NRHP No. 84003347 as part of the County Courthouses of Oklahoma Thematic Resource).
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MCCLAIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
203 W WASHINGTON ST
PURCELL
OK
73080

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MC CLAIN COUNTY HISTORICAL Information

MID # 8404000350
Name MCCLAIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name MC CLAIN COUNTY HISTORICAL
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 731217267
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 35.013622, -97.361136
CODES FIPS State Code: 40
FIPS County Code: 087
US Census Tract: 400300
US Census Block: 4017