Oklahoma Originals

All educational and childcare organizations are eligible to apply for the Free Field Trips program (e.g., public and private schools, extracurricular organizations, daycares, homeschool co-ops, etc.). Groups must have at least 8 students to qualify.

We request that applications be submitted at least 30 days before the requested tour date, but it’s never too early to apply! The earlier you apply, the more likely you are to successfully reserve your first choice date.

Free Field Trips are offered year-round, Tuesday-Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., and Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Tours typically last 90 minutes from start to finish. If you would like to check a date’s availability, please contact the Manager of Museum Education.

Groups will receive a guided tour of the full Museum and all exhibits and galleries open to the public at the time of the visit. Outdoor lunch space is available upon request at the time of booking. Supplementary educational materials are available upon request by contacting the Manager of Museum Education. Additionally, groups may qualify for a fuel reimbursement stipend by submitting an experience survey after the visit. Experience surveys are sent via email, after the tour’s conclusion, to the individual responsible for submitting the group’s original application.

Due to limited space inside our building, we are able to accommodate up to 100 students at a time. If your group is larger than 100 students, you will be asked to divide your group and visit over multiple days or times.

Our policy requires a MINIMUM of 1 adult chaperone for every 10 students. As of August 1, 2023, groups may bring 2 adult chaperones per every 10 students at no cost. Additional adults may still attend the field trip, but will be asked to pay a discounted admission price of $5 each. (NOTE: “chaperone” refers to any adults attending the field trip, including teachers, bus drivers, parents, classroom aids, etc.)

All tours meet Oklahoma Academic Standards, can be modified to accommodate most age levels, and include all temporary and permanent galleries and installations. Each tour showcases different famous Oklahomans based on their professions and accomplishments.

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Oklahoma History (Recommended for 3rd Grade)

This tour features Oklahomans who are prominent in the Oklahoma Academic Standards for Social Studies alongside some lesser-known heroes, resulting in a unique and well-rounded experience. Examples: Will Rogers, Wiley Post, Sequoyah, Jim Thorpe

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‍STEAM

STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics. This tour features Oklahoma’s inventors, engineers, artists, doctors, and scientists. Examples: John Herrington, Jerrie Cobb, Jordan Tang

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Oklahoma Leaders

This tour highlights Oklahomans who have influenced the realms of civic and political leadership, civil rights advocacy, and community investment. Examples: Clara Luper, Frank Keating, John Hope Franklin

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Native American Changemakers

This tour celebrates the profound impact of Native American leaders, artists, and activists who have shaped Oklahoma and beyond. Visitors will explore the legacies of tribal leaders, cultural preservationists, and changemakers of law and education. Examples: Gov. Bill Anoatubby, Mary Golda Ross, Te Ata Fisher, John Herrington, Maria Tallchief

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Oklahoma Sports Legends

This tour honors athletes and coaches from the baseball diamond to the Olympic stage, celebrating those that put Oklahoma on the map through their talent, dedication, and perseverance. Examples: Jim Thorpe, Patty Gasso, Shannon Miller, Mickey Mantle, Madeline Manning Mims

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Oklahoma Arts and Culture

This tour showcases the creative voices that have defined and continue to shape Oklahoma's artistic identity. Visitors will learn about artists across several different genres, including music, literature, visual arts, and performance, highlighting the state's strong cultural history and the people that bring it to life. Examples: Maria Tallchief, Willard Stone, Joy Harjo, Reba McEntire

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Remarkable Women of Oklahoma

This inspiring tour focuses on the incredible Oklahoma women who have broken barriers and led movements in education, science, the arts, and political activism. It is a celebration of the courage, resilience, and pioneer spirit of the great women of Oklahoma. Examples: Mary Golda Ross, Clara Luper, Ada Louis Sipuel Fisher

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Little Okies (Recommended K-2nd Grades)

This tour is designed for our youngest visitor and will introduce them to some of Oklahoma's most fascenating individuals through fun stories, engaging visuals, and plenty of interactive moments. This is the perfect option for newer or even first-time museum explorers! Examples: Will Rogers, Wiley Post, Jim Thorpe, Sequoyah‍

Yes! If you need to reschedule or cancel your visit, request a different tour theme, update the number of students in your group, or modify your reservation in any other way, please call the Manager of Museum Education at 405.523.3231.

There is not a restaurant on-site. Field trip groups are permitted to bring lunch and eat in the outdoor courtyard before or after the scheduled tour. If your group plans to eat lunch on-site, please select the option to reserve our outdoor courtyard as a lunch space on your application. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame will provide storage space and carts to move and store sack lunches, coolers, and other lunchtime necessities during the tour.