October 15, 2014

Ghost Stories
Friday and Saturday, October 24 and 25, 2014
George M. Murrell Home | Park Hill, OK

For the twenty-second consecutive year, the George M. Murrell Home in Park Hill will be the backdrop for storytellers spinning yarns about the "Hunter's Ghost" and other chilling accounts. The event will be held on Friday, October 24, and Saturday, October 25.

 

"This family-oriented program will feature various storytellers in a number of rooms telling tales about the Murrell Home, the Cherokee Nation, and other local ghost stories," said Amanda Pritchett, a historical interpreter for the Oklahoma Historical Society. "The Ghost Stories are one of our most popular events of the year. Many people return every year," said Pritchett.

 

Ghost stories related to the 1845 plantation mansion are documented as early as the 1930s. One story, the "Hunter's Ghost," is the legend that grew out of the years George Murrell operated the mansion as his "Hunter's Home" before the Civil War. He often hosted fox hunts in the Cherokee Nation. This and other tales related to the historic home will be recounted by storytellers in period costume.

 

Sessions will begin every 15 minutes beginning at 6:30 p.m. The last session will begin at 8:15 p.m. Visitors will move through the house and listen to stories from several unique storytellers. Guests will also have a chance to sample some hot cider and cookies in the Murrell Mercantile Store.

 

A donation of $5 per person is requested, with reservations required because of limited seating. Visa, MasterCard, and Discover are accepted. The event is not recommended for children under eight years of age. For reservations, call 918-456-2751.

120th Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, October 25, 2014
Peter Conser Home | Heavener, OK

On Saturday, October 25, 2014, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. the Peter Conser Home will be hosting an event to celebrate the 120th anniversary of the Conser Home. This event will include reenactors, blacksmithing, a quilt show, antique tractors, food, arts and crafts and much more. The Ed Drury Family will also be performing. The public is welcome, and the event is free of charge.

 

Peter Conser, a Choctaw Lighthorseman and businessman, built his home in 1894 to house his large family. The anniversary will honor Conser's life as well as Oklahoma and Choctaw history. The Conser Home is regularly open for tours from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday. Tours are free, but donations are gladly accepted. Site Manager Angela McKean is a descendant of Peter Conser and is happy to give personal tours.

History Never Dies
Saturday, October 25, 2014
Oklahoma Territorial Museum | Guthrie, OK

Visit the Oklahoma Territorial Museum in Guthrie for the History Never Dies event Oct. 25 from 5-9 p.m. Children can wear their fabulous costumes and families can enjoy hot dogs, popcorn, and festive appetizers prepared by the museum's Friends group. The museum galleries will be free and open to all visitors. Museum staff will pass out scavenger hunts and play the "Oklahoma or Bust" game a couple of times during the evening. Kids can win prizes at the carnival games and make some Halloween crafts to take home.

 

The Oklahoma Territorial Museum is a division of the Oklahoma Historical Society. The museum is located at 402 E. Oklahoma in Guthrie. For more information contact Site Director Nathan Turner at 405-282-1889 or [email protected]. The mission of the Oklahoma Historical Society is to collect, preserve and share the history and culture of the state of Oklahoma. Founded in 1893 by members of the Territorial Press Association, the OHS maintains 32 museums, historic sites and affiliates across the state. Through its research archives, exhibits, educational programs and publications the OHS chronicles the rich history of Oklahoma. For more information visit www.okhistory.org.

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