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Presentation Sessions at OHS Annual Meeting
During ten presentation sessions at the OHS Annual meeting, 24 presenters and 10 moderators will be featured on Thursday, April 29, and Friday, April 30. The theme for the Annual Meeting is "Old Cultures in a New Land: A Sense of Community in Oklahoma."
Presenters for Thursday morning in order of appearance will include Rodger Harris, Folklife Director, Oklahoma Historical Society; Justin Castro, Ph.D. candidate at the University of Oklahoma; Beverly Patchell, Administrator, Native American Nursing Program, Oklahoma University Health Center; Dr. Donna Akers, Professor of History, University of Nebraska; Dr. William P. Corbett, Professor of History, Northeastern Oklahoma State University; Mark Lea "Beau" Cantrell, Attorney-At-Law and Civil War Historian; Gregory Pyle, Chief, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; D. J. Battiest-Tomasi, Choctaw Story Teller and Flute Player; Choctaw Head Start Dancers, directed by Lana Sleeper; Dr. Ian Thompson, Tribal Archaeologist, Choctaw Nation; and Olin Williams, Senior Heritage Resource Technician, Choctaw Nation.
Making presentations Friday morning will be Dr. David "Sandy" Hoover, Asst. Professor of History, East Texas Baptist University; Dr. Alvin O. Turner, Emeritus Dean, School of Humanities and Social Sciences, East Central University; Hayden Roberts, Director, Oklahoma Center for Arts Education, University of Central Oklahoma; Dr. Michael Hightower, Consultant, Oklahoma Bank History Project, OHS; Bill Welge, Director, Research Division, OHS; Francine Locke Bray, Archivist and Research Consultant; Bryant Rickman, President, Southwest Spanish Mustang Association; Dr. Christiane Faris, Emeritus Professor of German and Chair Modern Languages Department, Oklahoma City University; Dr. Eric Schmaltz, Asst. Professor of History, Northwestern Oklahoma State University; Dr. Linda Reese, Assoc. Professor of History, East Central University; Dr. Aaron Mason, Asst. Professor of History, Northwestern Oklahoma State University; Robert Miller, Ph.D. candidate, University of California, Riverside; Charles Haskell Stogner, retired CPA and Historian; and Malia K. Bennett; Director of Communications, Oklahoma State Senate.
The presentation sessions will be moderated by the following: Dr. Guy W. Logsdon, Historian and Emeritus Director, McFarlin Library, University of Tulsa; Dr. Clifford L. Trafzer, Professor of History, University of California, Riverside; Ralph W. Jones, Retired Site Supervisor, Honey Springs Historic Battlefield Historic Site; James R. Waldo, President, Oklahoma Historical Society; Jack D. Baker, Member, Board of Director, OHS; Dr. Deena K. Fisher, Member, Board of Directors, OHS; Dr. Dan Lawrence, Member, Board of Directors, OHS; Dr. Marvin E. Kroeker, Member, OHS Board of Directors; Dr. Tom Cowger, Director, Native American Studies Program, East Central State University; and Samonia Meredith, Member, Board of Directors, OHS.
Individuals may make reservations by calling (405)522-5242 or at (800)750-7914.
For complete details about this year's activities view the Annual Meeting program. To register for the 2010 Annual Meeting download the registration form.
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Sod House Museum to feature Western Poetry & Art:
"Those Rusty Old Spurs"
Saturday, April 24th, 10am
Cowboy Poetry is as old as cowboys themselves. Darrell Bullard known as "BULLLET" enjoys western poetry and is a natural artist; his style is combining the two, poetry & art. He will be reciting tall tales at the Sod House Museum, Saturday, April 24th at 10:00 am.
The art form of Cowboy Poetry can be traced back to the cattle drive culture of the sixteenth century, in England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales. During the cattle drives from Texas north prior to the nineteenth century, drovers riding night
Bullet, the Cowboy Poet
 | guard found it essential and entertaining to talk to the cattle as they rode guard. This reduced the element of surprise as the night hours passed and kept the cattle content till morning. Some cowboys could whistle, some yodel, and some sang as they rode but most would tell tall tales or stories to their cud chewing audience. Cowboys of the old west would sit around the campfire at night entertaining one another. Good stories bear repeating and rhyme is a good way to remember, hence the birth of Cowboy Poetry.
Bullet is keeping the Old West alive as he quotes "Old dad's not much on lies or furs he's more like a box of cockleburs." His performances range from historical to hysterical and are suitable for all ages. His natural attire is that of the working west with a wide brimmed hat, neckerchief, high top boots and spurs. His poems are simple but powerful and that is why audiences return to hear him. He's performed at the Express Ranch, for Make a Wish Foundation, at the Painted Pony Ball in Tulsa, churches, schools, and in Montana, Wyoming and Colorado. He has performed at special functions alongside Mike Lee and Red Steagall. This spring he will be performing at the Western Heritage Museum. Poetry and art work go hand and hand for him, as he enjoys giving back to the communities.
Come and set a while as Bullet recites his poetry and draws what ever comes naturally to him. His art consists of landscapes, buildings and some things as simple as a spur. He may even ask what you would like for him to draw.
The Sod House Museum is located south of Aline on State Highway 8 and is operated by the Oklahoma Historical Society. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 9am to 5pm. Due to state budget cuts we now charge admission. For more information call Renee Mitchell at (580)463-2441 or contact the museum at sodhouse@okhistory.org. |
3rd Annual Call to ArmsOklahoma History Center
May 15, 2010 from 10:00 - 4:00
$10.00 per vehicle Mark your calendars and load up the family for a hands-on incursion into the past at the Oklahoma History Center. Join living history soldiers for this year's expanded program! On May 15, 2010, soldiers and civilians from the American Revolution through WWII will come to life at the Oklahoma History Center for the 3rd Annual Call to Arms, a unique hands-on program for the entire family. Admission to the event is just $10.00 per vehicle and includes admission to the museum.
Numerous learning stations will allow both children and adults to experience the sights and sounds of the America's conflicts. The program will run continuously throughout the day from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. allowing families to arrive at any time.
This year's learning stations will allow visitors of all ages to explore the American Revolution, War of 1812, Mexican War, Civil War, Indian Wars, and WWII. Visitors will find infantry, artillery, camp life, weapons, medicine, airborne troops, music, life on the home front and more. This year's event will feature a special appearance by the WWII Airborne Demonstration Team based in Frederick, Oklahoma.
For more information, or if you are a reenacting group and would like to participate in this or other events in the future, please contact Jason Harris at jharris@okhistory.org or (405)522-0785.
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Oklahoma Memories Wins Award
Oklahoma Memories was recently honored by the Oklahoma Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists in their annual contest. The show took "Second Place Best Radio Feature."
Oklahoma Memories is aired on the following radio stations:
KOSU Oklahoma State University - Monday afternoons at 4:45pm as a part of All Things Considered.
91.7 in Stillwater and Oklahoma City
107.5 in Tulsa and Northeast Oklahoma
101.9 in Okmulgee
KCCU Cameron University - Monday mornings at 8:45am as a part of Morning Edition.
89.3 in Lawton and Fort Sill
95.9 in Woodward and NW Oklahoma
88.7 in Wichita Falls
90.3 in Ardmore
90.1 in Altus
89.3 in Duncan
100.1 in Chickasha
89.1 in Weatherford, Clinton and Elk City
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Oklahoma Historical Society
800 Nazih Zuhdi Dr.
Oklahoma City, OK 73105
(405)522-0317
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Do you have questions? Call (405)522-0317 or email
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Don't Miss These Upcoming Events
3/31 - 4/1 Fur Trade Rendevous, 9am, Fort Washita, Durant , (580)924-6502
4/1 "Wisdom of the Fathers" Free Student Program, 10am & 11:30am, Oklahoma History Center, OKC, (405)522-0785
4/1 Rushmore Alive Reception & Program, 7pm, Oklahoma History Center, OKC, (405)522-0785
4/3 Annual Easter Egg Hunt, 10am, Pawnee Bill Museum & State Park, Pawnee, (918)762-2513
4/3 Heirloom Care Class, "Prints, Art and Photos," 10am-12pm, Oklahoma History Center, OKC, $10 registration, (405)522-0785
4/4 Annual Sunrise Service & Easter Breakfast Fundraiser, Pawnee Bill Museum & State Park, Pawnee, (918)762-2513
4/10 Flint Knapping Workshop, 1pm, Pawnee Bill Museum, Pawnee, (918)762-2513
4/10 Governor Seay Ball, Seay Mansion, Kingfisher, (405)375-5176
4/13 Quilt Block of the Month Class, 6:30pm, Pawnee Bill Museum & State Park, Pawnee, (918)762-2513
4/16 & 4/17 Spring Encampment, 10am, Mon-Sun. Daily, Fort Gibson, Fort Gibson, (918)478-4088
4/17 "89er Dinner, Chisholm Trail Museum, Kingfisher, (405)375-5176
4/22 Homemade Perfumes & Oils Workshop, 6:30pm. Pawnee Bill Museum, Pawnee, (918)762-2513
4/24 Dutch Oven Cooking 1pm-5pm, Oklahoma History Center, OKC, (405)522-5248
4/24 Living Hisdtory on the Chisholm Trail, Chisholm Trail Museum, Kingfisher, (405)375-5176
4/25 Second Annual Heart-2-Heart Tea Party, Pioneer Woman Museum, Ponca City, (580)765-6108
5/1 Rural Heritage Festival, 10am, 2617 W. Fir, Perry, (580)336-2405
5/1 Heirloom Care Class, "Furniture," 10am-12pm, $10 Registration, Oklahoma History Center, OKC, (405)522-0785
5/1 Beginning Genealogy Wkshop, 10am, George M. Murrell Home, Park Hill, (918)456-2751 |
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On the importance of history...
"The supreme purpose of history is a better world." Herbert Hoover
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