WESTERN OKLAHOMA HISTORICAL CENTER

WEATHERFORD, OK

Apollo Command Module "Boilerplate" #1210 This is located outside the Stafford Air & Space Museum in Weatherford, OK. Here is the text of the plaque: NASA often used "boilerplate" spacecraft as an economical way to evaluate designs when an actual spacecraft was not required. Originally named for the thick boilerplate steel used to construct early units, boilerplates were built to simulate the same size, shape, structure, mass and center of gravity of the actual spacecraft they represented. Often heavily instrumented, these craft were used for many types of evaluations, including water impact tests, verifying parachute systems, perfecting flotation collars, and water uprighting bags. Boilerplates were also extensively used for training recovery crews, and to develop procedures on how to remove astronauts from their spacecraft after splashdown. "Boilerplate" #1210 This specific Apollo boilerplate was used for landing and naval recovery training, and to test the development of flotation devices used to stabilize the Apollo after splashdown.
Apollo Command Module "Boilerplate" #1210 Credit: SeeMidTN.com (aka Brent)

The Western Oklahoma Historical Center is a museum located in Weatherford, Oklahoma. The museum features exhibits and displays that highlight the history and culture of western Oklahoma, covering topics such as Native American heritage, early pioneers, oil and gas development, and more.

The museum is housed in a building that was originally constructed in 1932 as the Weatherford Armory. The building was used for various military purposes throughout the years before being repurposed as a museum in 1973.

Visitors to the Western Oklahoma Historical Center can explore a variety of exhibits and artifacts, including Native American pottery and artifacts, early pioneer tools and equipment, and a collection of antique automobiles. The museum also features a replica of a 19th-century pioneer cabin and an extensive collection of memorabilia related to the famous Route 66 highway.

In addition to its permanent exhibits, the Western Oklahoma Historical Center also hosts a variety of temporary exhibits and educational programs throughout the year. The museum is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday and welcomes visitors of all ages to explore the rich history of western Oklahoma.

WESTERN OKLAHOMA HISTORICAL CENTER is a History Museum in WEATHERFORD OK. US MID #8404000482

The museum is classed as HST (History 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).

Apollo Command Module "Boilerplate" #1210 This is located outside the Stafford Air & Space Museum in Weatherford, OK. Here is the text of the plaque: NASA often used "boilerplate" spacecraft as an economical way to evaluate designs when an actual spacecraft was not required. Originally named for the thick boilerplate steel used to construct early units, boilerplates were built to simulate the same size, shape, structure, mass and center of gravity of the actual spacecraft they represented. Often heavily instrumented, these craft were used for many types of evaluations, including water impact tests, verifying parachute systems, perfecting flotation collars, and water uprighting bags. Boilerplates were also extensively used for training recovery crews, and to develop procedures on how to remove astronauts from their spacecraft after splashdown. "Boilerplate" #1210 This specific Apollo boilerplate was used for landing and naval recovery training, and to test the development of flotation devices used to stabilize the Apollo after splashdown.
American woodcock #1 Scolopax minor, Weatherford, OK, 27 Oct 2024.
American woodcock #1 Scolopax minor, Weatherford, OK, 27 Oct 2024.
Fox squirrel Sciurus niger, Weber park, Weatherford, OK 18 Oct 2024
F-15A - Stafford Air & Space Museum This is a McDonnell Douglas F-15A Eagle located at the Stafford Air & Space Museum in Weatherford, OK. In April 2024, it was relocated here from its previous display at the National Museum of the Unites States Air Force. <a href="https://oklahomaroute66.com/news/f-15-eagle-aircraft-arrives-at-stafford-air-and-space-museum" rel="noreferrer nofollow">oklahomaroute66.com/news/f-15-eagle-aircraft-arrives-at-s...</a>
Hanging thieves (Robberfly) Diogmites sp. Weber park, Weatherford, Ok, 7 July 2024.
Coopers hawk #7 Accipiter cooperii, Weber park, Weatherford, OK, 7 July 2024.
Coopers hawk #8 Accipiter cooperii, Weber park, Weatherford, OK, 7 July 2024.
Coopers hawk #6 Accipiter cooperii, Weber park, Weatherford, OK, 7 July 2024.
Cooper's hawk with prey #1 Accipiter cooperii, Weber park, Weatherford, OK, 7 July 2024.
Cooper's hawk with prey #2 Accipiter cooperii, Weber park, Weatherford, OK, 7 July 2024.
Cooper's hawk with prey #3 Accipiter cooperii, Weber park, Weatherford, OK, 7 July 2024.

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WESTERN OKLAHOMA HISTORICAL CENTER INC
520 WEST MAIN
WEATHERFORD
OK
73096-4750

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MID # 8404000482
Name WESTERN OKLAHOMA HISTORICAL CENTER INC
Alternate Name WESTERN OKLAHOMA HISTORICAL CENTER
Classification History Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 731546289
NTEECC A54
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201312
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 35.534804, -98.694621
CODES FIPS State Code: 40
FIPS County Code: 039
US Census Tract: 960600
US Census Block: 5087