The 7 Best Natural History Museums in Oklahoma, United States

November 23, 2021 Cedrick Jardin

With hundreds of man-made lakes, state parks, casinos, museums and nightlife and dining opportunities in revitalized downtown areas in Oklahoma City and Tulsa, there is a lot to see and do in the Sooner State. The state is dotted with phenomenal lakes where swimming, boating and bass fishing are the most desired activities. Some of the state’s most popular lakes include Broken Bow Lake located near the Quachita Mountains; Grand Lake in the northeastern corner of the state at the foothills of the Ozark Mountains and Lake Murray in the hills in the southern part of the state. While the state is known for its many outdoor activities like great fishing, golf, hiking, canoeing and boating, make sure you don’t overlook its fantastic museums. Heading the list are Gilcrease Museum in Tulsa, featuring the world’s largest collection of art and artifacts from the American West; the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City, which tells the story of the American Cowboy; and the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, which has a permanent collection of American and European art. A venerable family favorite activity is Frontier City Amusement Park in Oklahoma City, which has dozens of rides and shows.
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1. SKELETONS: Museum of Osteology

10301 S Sunnylane Rd, Oklahoma City, OK 73160-9220 +1 405-814-0006 [email protected] http://www.skeletonmuseum.com/
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5.0 based on 1,216 reviews

SKELETONS: Museum of Osteology

The Museum of Osteology is "America's Only Skeleton Museum". The Museum of Osteology, located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, is a unique educational experience. Focusing on the form and function of the skeletal system, this 7000 square ft. museum displays hundreds of skulls and skeletons from all corners of the world. Exhibits include adaptation, locomotion, classification and diversity of the vertebrate kingdom.

Reviewed By VeronicaWanders

I visited the museum on a whim, because the name interested me when I searched for attractions to visit in Oklahoma City. It was well worth the time! The museum has an incredible range of skeletons on display--far more than I would have thought could be displayed so well in the building. The collection has been thoughtfully curated to interest and teach visitors. I especially enjoyed that except for the skeletons in the glass cases, visitors are encouraged to touch and handle the bones. I noticed several activity stations for younger children, and look forward to returning with my nephews.

2. Waynoka Historical Society

1383 Cleveland St, Waynoka, OK 73860-1143 +1 580-824-1886 http://waynoka.org
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Waynoka Historical Society

3. Black Moth

1142 S Harvard Ave, Tulsa, OK 74112-4914 +1 918-779-7040 [email protected] http://www.shopblackmoth.com
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Black Moth

Tulsa’s only Natural History store! We offer a curated selection of ethically sourced taxidermy, skulls, bones, rocks & minerals, fossils, insects, seashells, hides, plants, and more.

4. Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History

2401 Chautauqua Ave University of Oklahoma South Campus, Norman, OK 73072-7029 +1 405-325-4712 http://samnoblemuseum.ou.edu/
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4.5 based on 455 reviews

Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History

Reviewed By meisharona007 - Oklahoma City, United States

My friends and I enjoyed the adult only evening at the Museum. They had trivia, a scavenger hunt, food, and painting. It was a fun time, and the 3 hours of the program went by pretty quickly. If any time you see this Museum having another event like this, I recommend you try it, especially if it's for you.

5. Ames Astrobleme Museum

109 E Main St, Ames, OK 73718-1100 +1 580-753-4624 http://aoghs.org/energy-education-resources/ames-astrobleme-museum/
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Ames Astrobleme Museum

6. Beavers Bend Wildlife Museum

N. U.s., 6594, Us 259, Broken Bow, OK 74728 http://www.pine-net.com/nature/
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Beavers Bend Wildlife Museum

Reviewed By sharonbalb - Garland, United States

Really great displays in this extensive collection of wildlife taxidermy. The dioramas are top notch and the self guided tour is very interesting and well done. You will be amazed at how much is packed into this place! You can also see into the taxidermy workroom. Small entrance fee makes this an affordable and exciting adventure for the whole family.

7. Kenton Museum

100 East Main, Kenton, OK 73946

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