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Museum of the Great Plains, Lawton, OK

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Museum of the Great Plains

A history museum in Lawton, Oklahoma, known for hands-on exhibits and self-guided activities about the Great Plains.

601 NW Ferris Ave, Lawton, OK, in Elmer Thomas Park · Lawton, OK

About Museum of the Great Plains

This Lawton museum presents the history of the Great Plains through interactive exhibits and activities that visitors move through at their own pace. It sits inside Elmer Thomas Park and includes outdoor historic buildings such as an elgin train depot, a schoolhouse, and a trading post. The main building is scheduled to close for extensive repairs after August 15, 2026, with completion projected for early 2028, while outdoor areas stay open on weekdays without charge.

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