WESTERN OKLAHOMA HISTORICAL CENTER

WEATHERFORD, OK

Southwestern Oklahoma State University - Old Science Building (Weatherford, Oklahoma) Historic Science Building on the campus of Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) in Weatherford, Oklahoma. The three-story Neo-Classical style building was constructed in 1910 and is the oldest extant building on campus. After completion, it remained vacant for a year until funding was available for furniture and equipment. The old Science Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984 (NRHP No. 84003004). The University has an interesting history. It was established by the Oklahoma Territorial Legislature in 1901 as the Southwestern Normal School with the first classes held in 1903. In 1920, two additional years of college were added and the name changed to Southwestern State Teachers College, with the first baccalaureate degrees awarded in 1921. In 1939, the school’s named was changed to Southwestern State College of Diversified Occupations, in 1941 it was changed to Southwestern Institute of Technology, in 1949 it became the Southwestern State College and finally in 1974 the name was changed to Southwestern Oklahoma State University.
Southwestern Oklahoma State University - Old Science Building (Weatherford, Oklahoma) Credit: cmh2315fl

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).

Southwestern Oklahoma State University - Old Science Building (Weatherford, Oklahoma) Historic Science Building on the campus of Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) in Weatherford, Oklahoma. The three-story Neo-Classical style building was constructed in 1910 and is the oldest extant building on campus. After completion, it remained vacant for a year until funding was available for furniture and equipment. The old Science Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984 (NRHP No. 84003004). The University has an interesting history. It was established by the Oklahoma Territorial Legislature in 1901 as the Southwestern Normal School with the first classes held in 1903. In 1920, two additional years of college were added and the name changed to Southwestern State Teachers College, with the first baccalaureate degrees awarded in 1921. In 1939, the school’s named was changed to Southwestern State College of Diversified Occupations, in 1941 it was changed to Southwestern Institute of Technology, in 1949 it became the Southwestern State College and finally in 1974 the name was changed to Southwestern Oklahoma State University.
Southwestern Oklahoma State University - Old Science Building (Weatherford, Oklahoma) Historic Science Building on the campus of Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) in Weatherford, Oklahoma. The three-story Neo-Classical style building was constructed in 1910 and is the oldest extant building on campus. After completion, it remained vacant for a year until funding was available for furniture and equipment. The old Science Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984 (NRHP No. 84003004). The University has an interesting history. It was established by the Oklahoma Territorial Legislature in 1901 as the Southwestern Normal School with the first classes held in 1903. In 1920, two additional years of college were added and the name changed to Southwestern State Teachers College, with the first baccalaureate degrees awarded in 1921. In 1939, the school’s named was changed to Southwestern State College of Diversified Occupations, in 1941 it was changed to Southwestern Institute of Technology, in 1949 it became the Southwestern State College and finally in 1974 the name was changed to Southwestern Oklahoma State University.
Southwestern Oklahoma State University - Old Science Building (Weatherford, Oklahoma) Historic Science Building on the campus of Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) in Weatherford, Oklahoma. The three-story Neo-Classical style building was constructed in 1910 and is the oldest extant building on campus. After completion, it remained vacant for a year until funding was available for furniture and equipment. The old Science Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984 (NRHP No. 84003004). The University has an interesting history. It was established by the Oklahoma Territorial Legislature in 1901 as the Southwestern Normal School with the first classes held in 1903. In 1920, two additional years of college were added and the name changed to Southwestern State Teachers College, with the first baccalaureate degrees awarded in 1921. In 1939, the school’s named was changed to Southwestern State College of Diversified Occupations, in 1941 it was changed to Southwestern Institute of Technology, in 1949 it became the Southwestern State College and finally in 1974 the name was changed to Southwestern Oklahoma State University.
Southwestern Oklahoma State University - Old Science Building (Weatherford, Oklahoma) Historic Science Building on the campus of Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) in Weatherford, Oklahoma. The three-story Neo-Classical style building was constructed in 1910 and is the oldest extant building on campus. After completion, it remained vacant for a year until funding was available for furniture and equipment. The old Science Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984 (NRHP No. 84003004). The University has an interesting history. It was established by the Oklahoma Territorial Legislature in 1901 as the Southwestern Normal School with the first classes held in 1903. In 1920, two additional years of college were added and the name changed to Southwestern State Teachers College, with the first baccalaureate degrees awarded in 1921. In 1939, the school’s named was changed to Southwestern State College of Diversified Occupations, in 1941 it was changed to Southwestern Institute of Technology, in 1949 it became the Southwestern State College and finally in 1974 the name was changed to Southwestern Oklahoma State University.
Southwestern Oklahoma State University - Old Science Building (Weatherford, Oklahoma) Historic Science Building on the campus of Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) in Weatherford, Oklahoma. The three-story Neo-Classical style building was constructed in 1910 and is the oldest extant building on campus. After completion, it remained vacant for a year until funding was available for furniture and equipment. The old Science Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984 (NRHP No. 84003004). The University has an interesting history. It was established by the Oklahoma Territorial Legislature in 1901 as the Southwestern Normal School with the first classes held in 1903. In 1920, two additional years of college were added and the name changed to Southwestern State Teachers College, with the first baccalaureate degrees awarded in 1921. In 1939, the school’s named was changed to Southwestern State College of Diversified Occupations, in 1941 it was changed to Southwestern Institute of Technology, in 1949 it became the Southwestern State College and finally in 1974 the name was changed to Southwestern Oklahoma State University.
Southwestern Oklahoma State University - Old Science Building (Weatherford, Oklahoma) Historic Science Building on the campus of Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) in Weatherford, Oklahoma. The three-story Neo-Classical style building was constructed in 1910 and is the oldest extant building on campus. After completion, it remained vacant for a year until funding was available for furniture and equipment. The old Science Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984 (NRHP No. 84003004). The University has an interesting history. It was established by the Oklahoma Territorial Legislature in 1901 as the Southwestern Normal School with the first classes held in 1903. In 1920, two additional years of college were added and the name changed to Southwestern State Teachers College, with the first baccalaureate degrees awarded in 1921. In 1939, the school’s named was changed to Southwestern State College of Diversified Occupations, in 1941 it was changed to Southwestern Institute of Technology, in 1949 it became the Southwestern State College and finally in 1974 the name was changed to Southwestern Oklahoma State University.
Southwestern Oklahoma State University - Old Science Building (Weatherford, Oklahoma) Historic Science Building on the campus of Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) in Weatherford, Oklahoma. The three-story Neo-Classical style building was constructed in 1910 and is the oldest extant building on campus. After completion, it remained vacant for a year until funding was available for furniture and equipment. The old Science Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984 (NRHP No. 84003004). The University has an interesting history. It was established by the Oklahoma Territorial Legislature in 1901 as the Southwestern Normal School with the first classes held in 1903. In 1920, two additional years of college were added and the name changed to Southwestern State Teachers College, with the first baccalaureate degrees awarded in 1921. In 1939, the school’s named was changed to Southwestern State College of Diversified Occupations, in 1941 it was changed to Southwestern Institute of Technology, in 1949 it became the Southwestern State College and finally in 1974 the name was changed to Southwestern Oklahoma State University.
Southwestern Oklahoma State University - Old Science Building (Weatherford, Oklahoma) Historic Science Building on the campus of Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) in Weatherford, Oklahoma. The three-story Neo-Classical style building was constructed in 1910 and is the oldest extant building on campus. After completion, it remained vacant for a year until funding was available for furniture and equipment. The old Science Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984 (NRHP No. 84003004). The University has an interesting history. It was established by the Oklahoma Territorial Legislature in 1901 as the Southwestern Normal School with the first classes held in 1903. In 1920, two additional years of college were added and the name changed to Southwestern State Teachers College, with the first baccalaureate degrees awarded in 1921. In 1939, the school’s named was changed to Southwestern State College of Diversified Occupations, in 1941 it was changed to Southwestern Institute of Technology, in 1949 it became the Southwestern State College and finally in 1974 the name was changed to Southwestern Oklahoma State University.
Southwestern Oklahoma State University – John Hays Administration Building (Weatherford, Oklahoma) Historic John Hays Administration Building on the campus of Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) in Weatherford, Oklahoma. It was constructed in 1942 to replace the 1904 Administration Building that burned in 1939. In 2014, the building was named for John Hays who served as the 16th president of SWOSU from 2001-2010 The University has an interesting history. It was established by the Oklahoma Territorial Legislature in 1901 as the Southwestern Normal School with the first classes held in 1903. In 1920, two additional years of college were added and the name changed to Southwestern State Teachers College, with the first baccalaureate degrees awarded in 1921. In 1939, the school’s named was changed to Southwestern State College of Diversified Occupations, in 1941 it was changed to Southwestern Institute of Technology, in 1949 it became the Southwestern State College and finally in 1974 the name was changed to Southwestern Oklahoma State University.
Southwestern Oklahoma State University – John Hays Administration Building (Weatherford, Oklahoma) Historic John Hays Administration Building on the campus of Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) in Weatherford, Oklahoma. It was constructed in 1942 to replace the 1904 Administration Building that burned in 1939. In 2014, the building was named for John Hays who served as the 16th president of SWOSU from 2001-2010 The University has an interesting history. It was established by the Oklahoma Territorial Legislature in 1901 as the Southwestern Normal School with the first classes held in 1903. In 1920, two additional years of college were added and the name changed to Southwestern State Teachers College, with the first baccalaureate degrees awarded in 1921. In 1939, the school’s named was changed to Southwestern State College of Diversified Occupations, in 1941 it was changed to Southwestern Institute of Technology, in 1949 it became the Southwestern State College and finally in 1974 the name was changed to Southwestern Oklahoma State University.
Southwestern Oklahoma State University – John Hays Administration Building (Weatherford, Oklahoma) Historic John Hays Administration Building on the campus of Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) in Weatherford, Oklahoma. It was constructed in 1942 to replace the 1904 Administration Building that burned in 1939. In 2014, the building was named for John Hays who served as the 16th president of SWOSU from 2001-2010 The University has an interesting history. It was established by the Oklahoma Territorial Legislature in 1901 as the Southwestern Normal School with the first classes held in 1903. In 1920, two additional years of college were added and the name changed to Southwestern State Teachers College, with the first baccalaureate degrees awarded in 1921. In 1939, the school’s named was changed to Southwestern State College of Diversified Occupations, in 1941 it was changed to Southwestern Institute of Technology, in 1949 it became the Southwestern State College and finally in 1974 the name was changed to Southwestern Oklahoma State University.
Southwestern Oklahoma State University – Old Library Building (Weatherford, Oklahoma) Historic 1929 Library Building on the campus of Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) in Weatherford, Oklahoma. A new library was built in 1968 and the old library is now the Art Building. The University has an interesting history. It was established by the Oklahoma Territorial Legislature in 1901 as the Southwestern Normal School with the first classes held in 1903. In 1920, two additional years of college were added and the name changed to Southwestern State Teachers College, with the first baccalaureate degrees awarded in 1921. In 1939, the school’s named was changed to Southwestern State College of Diversified Occupations, in 1941 it was changed to Southwestern Institute of Technology, in 1949 it became the Southwestern State College and finally in 1974 the name was changed to Southwestern Oklahoma State University.

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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