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The Dia De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Arts Festival in Tulsa is a celebration of Hispanic culture and remembrance of loved ones who have passed. Make your way to Living Arts of Tulsa in the Brady District to to attend lectures and workshops, watch Mexican dancing and a browse unique items for sale in the artist's market. The Dia De Los Muertos Arts Festival also features live music, Mexican food and a skeleton parade. Bring the kids out to this family-friendly event for children's activities including face painting, sidewalk art and fire dancers. Altared Spaces, an exhibit of alters made to honor loved ones who have passed on, will be on display during the festival.
(918)-585-1234
If you love art or just have a great appreciation for wildlife and nature, you won't want to miss out on this exciting exhibit on display at Bartlesville's Woolaroc Museum this fall. Bringing together seven of the most acclaimed landscape and wildlife artists in the country, this "Best of the Best" exhibit will be like nothing you've seen before. As you tour this astonishing collection, you'll see the stirring works of painters Ken Carlson, Bob Kuhn, James Morgan and Tucker Smith, and sculptors Ken Bunn, Walter Matia and Tim Shinabarger. Bring the family along for this unique and fascinating experience.
Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve
1925 Woolaroc Ranch Rd Bartlesville, OK 74006
woolaroc.org
(918)-336-0307
Will Rogers Days celebrates the November 4, 1879 birth of Will Rogers, Oklahoma's favorite son, as well as the opening of the Will Rogers Memorial Museum on November 4, 1938. An array of festivities are planned to commemorate this date, including Will Rogers' birthday celebration. Come out to this event at Will Rogers' birthplace, Dog Iron Ranch in Oologah, to enjoy birthday cake and live entertainment. As part of the festivities, Will Rogers Days Children's Day at the Museum is on Thursday. The afternoon is filled with trick roping, storytelling, old fashioned games, refreshments and music. It is a great introduction to Will Rogers' era from the late 1800s to the early 1900s. On Saturday, head to the Will Rogers Memorial Museum in Claremore for the antique and classic car show. Admire rows of sleek vehicles from decades past, including a variety of makes and models. Don't miss the Will Rogers Days Parade in downtown Claremore on Saturday. Watch as decorated floats, marching bands, cars, show horses, Shriners and more make their way down Will Rogers Boulevard. Following the parade, the Indian Women's Pocahontas Club will conduct a wreath-laying ceremony and hold a reception in honor of Will Rogers called "Hats Off to Will."
Will Rogers Memorial Museum
1720 W Will Rogers Blvd Claremore, OK 74017
(918)-341-0719
Plein Air Oklahoma is a celebration of plein air art and the beauty of Tahlequah and the surrounding area full of lakes, rivers, vistas, a vital downtown and more paintable scenery. Artists will meet at the downtown art studio, the Spider Gallery, but will be creating beautiful works across the county throughout the weekend. Come watch the artists at work as they are set up in public spaces, or try your hand at painting and be a part of Plein Air Oklahoma. The weekend will also include a juried show and workshops as well as paint outs, quick draws and a wine and paint evening on Friday. The collectors party and sale on Saturday will have many plein air paintings for sale and be open to the public. The opening reception at the Spider Gallery will have live music, feature Cherokee artists and have a pottery tile relief design event. Awards will be given out on Saturday for a variety of titles including Best of Show, Artists' Choice and People's Choice as well as prizes for the best pieces on canvas and paper.
Spider Gallery
215 S Muskogee Ave Tahlequah, OK 74464
An original musical based on the life of one of the most influential women in Cherokee history is coming to the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa. Held at The Joint, “Nanyehi – Beloved Woman of the Cherokee" is the story of Nancy Ward, a legendary woman who was first honored in the 18th century as a Cherokee war woman, but then as a peacemaker during the American Revolution.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
777 W Cherokee St Catoosa, OK 74015
(918)-384-7625
Step back in time to the 1830s and see history come alive at the Dripping Springs Rendezvous in Dripping Springs State Park. Witness demonstrations of blacksmithing, hawk and knife throws, black powder shoot, flint and steel fire-starting, leather-crafting, primitive archery shoot and more. See trappers, traders, mountain men and Native Americans reenact scenes from the 1800s. This event also features food, souvenirs, music and fun and is a great event for a group or school to visit. All ages enjoy this event and walk away having learned something. History class was never this exciting.
Dripping Springs State Park
16830 Dripping Springs Rd Okmulgee, OK 74447
(918)-756-5971
Commemorate the anniversary of the Battle of Honey Springs with a special re-enactment of the battle in Checotah near Rentiesville. Come and witness as costumed re-enactors bring to life the largest military clash ever to have occurred in Oklahoma. The Battle of Honey Springs is remembered as a pivotal point in Civil War military engagement in Indian Territory. This battle, which occurred on July 17, 1863, consisted of a clash of forces between United States units under Major General James G. Blunt and Confederate States of America troops commanded by Brig. General Douglas H. Cooper. Attend the Battle of Honey Springs Re-enactment to witness this massive re-enactment held only every other year. The battle re-enactment will attract over 1,500 participants, making it the state's largest such event. Secure your spot on the sidelines to watch a spectacular display of living history brought to life before your eyes as participants re-enact the Battle of Honey Springs and the Battle of Greenleaf Prairie. The Battle of Honey Springs gained significance as an important Union victory in their efforts to gain control of Indian Territory. The battle was also unique in that white soldiers were the minority on both sides of the military conflict. Approximately 9,000 soldiers were involved in the battle, including Cherokee and Creek regiments, other American Indian forces, veteran Texas regiments and the 1st Kansas Colored Volunteers, the first black regiment in the Union army.
Honey Springs Battlefield
1863 Honey Springs Battlefield Rd Checotah, OK 74426
The annual Euchee/Yuchi Heritage Festival will take place at the Glenpool Creek Indian Community Center. Come and enjoy a traditional meal of corn soup, beans and fry bread. Stick around for fun festivities including Euchee language play, flute music and bingo. Saturday's events will include a horseshoe tournament, traditional church hymn singing, fancy dancing, bow shooting and a silent auction. Come to the Euchee/Yuchi Heritage Festival to witness demonstrations of traditional American Indian crafts and to browse a variety of vendor booths. On Saturday night, a stomp dance will be held, as well as drawings for food baskets, raffles, a cake plate and 50/50 draw.
Glenpool Creek Indian Community Center
13839 S Casper St Glenpool, OK 74033
(918)-695-0195
The Will Rogers Days Chuck Wagon Cook-Off is a special food event that happens at the Expo Center during Will Rogers Days in Claremore. Honor a country and western legend who was born in Oklahoma and come taste delicious recipes from teams across the United States who are putting their skills to the test. They are competing for titles such as Most Authentic Wagon and Best Overall as well as specific categories like meat, potato, beans, bread and dessert. Choose the chuck wagon you want to dine at and root them to victory.
Claremore Expo Center
400 Veterans Pkwy Claremore, OK 74017
(918)-341-8688
Get a taste of life in the 1800s at Har-Ber Village's Pioneer Days. Life 200 years ago required hard work and ingenuity. Har-Ber Village Museum in Grove will bring these days of yore to life through demonstrations of heritage crafts and trades. With regular admission, visitors can get a look at daily life with hands-on activities, demonstrations, music and more. A variety of presentations will provide an eye-opening look at how families went through their day-to-day activities. Mark your calendar to get a glimpse of the past at this family friendly event.
Har-Ber Village Museum
4404 W 20th St Grove, OK 74344
(918)-786-6446
Experience an evening of style inspired by the Charles Addams Collection of gothic cartoons, think Addams Family Values, with the Ihloff Salon & Spa Hair Show, plus never before seen live paintings by the TGAS girls. It will be a monster of a gala!
Head to the Tulsa Performing Arts Center to hear world-class chamber music live right here in Oklahoma through Chamber Music Tulsa. Experience the versatile combination of violin, cello and piano presented by the Weiss Kaplan Stumpf Trio. You will be thrilled with this acclaimed group's masterful interpretations as each energetic performance joins with the others to form a satisfying whole. At this exciting performance, hear selections from Beethoven and Haydn.
Tulsa Performing Arts Center
110 E 2nd St Tulsa, OK 74103
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