OHS EXTRA! from Oklahoma Historical Society

May 17, 2011

OHS Extra! Archive

Oklahomans and Space "Red Dirt to Rockets"

A Celebration of Oklahomans Contributions to the Space Program

May 25, 2011, 5:30pm, Oklahoma History Center

This event is a celebration of Oklahoma astronauts, scientists, engineers, mission control staff, and others who have made significant contributions to NASA and the space program. At this time, five of the six living Oklahoma astronauts are committed to attending. Present will be astronauts Tom Stafford (Gemini 6 & 9, Apollo 10, Apollo-Soyuz); Fred Haise (Apollo 13); John Herrington (Space Shuttle); William Pogue (Apollo-Skylab); and Shannon Lucid (Space Shuttle, MIR). To date 14 engineers, project members, scientists and others from the space program have also indicated that they will attend. In addition, the event will provide an opportunity for the release of a new book titled, "Oklahomans and Space," by Bill Moore. A preview of a multi-part documentary on Oklahomans and the Space Program will also be shown. The event is timed to coincide with the 50th anniversary of President Kennedy's "We are going to the Moon" speech.

For information and to purchase tickets, please call (405)522-3602.

Pickin' and Grinnin': Roy Clark, Hee Haw, and

Country Humor

Now on exhibit at the History Center is "Pickin' and Grinnin': Roy Clark, Hee Haw, and Country Humor." This exhibit celebrates Oklahoma's ties to the beloved television show. Centered on Tulsan Roy Clark, the exhibit features other Oklahomans that appeared on the show as cast members or guest stars. These include Gailard Sartain, Jana Jae, Ricki Page, Garth Brooks, Roger Miller, Jody Miller, Reba McEntire, and many, many more. The Gaylord family, who purchased Hee Haw in 1981, is another cornerstone to the story. Through WKY radio and television, movies, and a vast Nashville complex that included Opryland and the Grand Ole Opry, three generations of Gaylords have supported Country music and humor.

On exhibit through May 2012.

The Oklahoma History Center Presents....

Beginning Beadwork with Martha Berry

The History Center will host a beginning bead working class with Martha Berry, a nationally known Cherokee Bead Work artist, on June 4, 2011.

The class will run from 9:00 - 5:00 and registration is required. The cost for the class Beaded Purse $100.00 and includes all materials and lunch.

Class registration pays for all materials necessary to produce a traditional Cherokee purse. Materials for the student's kits will include: Fabric, beads, bee's wax, beading needles, sharps needles, ribbon, thread, plastic bags, embroidery hoop and patterns. Class size is limited to just 15 participants to allow one on one instruction with Martha.

You can find out more about Martha Berry by visiting her website. Please call (405)522-0785 if you have questions about the class.

Creative Writing Contest

A Civil War Perspective: The Civil War in Indian Territory

Congratulations Winners!

Thank you to all the students who participated in this contest; the winning entries showed true writing skill. Click on the names of the stories below to read the winning entries.

First Place: Hank Fitzgerald, Age 14, Minco
A Texas Cavalryman at Honey Springs

Second Place: Lindsey Pearce, Age 14, Claremore
For John and Liberty

Third Place: Tarah Satterfield, Age 17, McCurtain
My Name is Qaletqa