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General Tommy Franks Leadership Institute and Museum

507 S Main St, Hobart, OK 73651 · Hobart, OK

Why you should go…

The General Tommy Franks Leadership Institute and Museum occupies a remodeled 9,500 square foot building in downtown Hobart, Oklahoma. It serves as the official archive for General Tommy R. Franks, former commander of US Central Command, and holds a collection of over 7,000 objects, photographs and archives. The museum includes what is described as one of the largest permanent 9/11 exhibits west of the Mississippi and charges no admission.

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Good to know

General museums guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Check the special exhibition separately

    Touring shows usually carry their own ticket and their own opening hours, listed apart from general admission.

  • Look for the free window

    Many museums run community days, member evenings, or discounted late openings. It is worth a look before you pay full price.

  • Travel light through the door

    Large bags and backpacks often have to go to a coat check, and lines for it move slowly at opening.

  • Weekday mornings beat weekend afternoons

    School groups clear out by early afternoon midweek, while weekends stay busy from late morning on.

What's around here?

The closest stops to General Tommy Franks Leadership Institute and Museum, ordered by straight-line distance.

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Frederick

    Free

    County seat of Tillman County in southwestern Oklahoma, with local shopping, dining and access to Lake Frederick.

    47 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Outdoor Adventure

    Great Plains Country

    Free

    A 14 county southwest Oklahoma tourism region anchored by Lawton, home to the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge and several state parks.

    48 mi awaySwitch it up: Sport & Outdoor

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Lawton

    Free

    Plan a visit to Lawton, Oklahoma, gateway to the Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge and Fort Sill.

    49 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing