Fort Gibson Historic Site
About the Business
Fort Gibson Historic Site, located at 907 North Garrison Avenue in Fort Gibson, Oklahoma, is a museum and tourist attraction that offers a glimpse into the rich history of the area. The site, which covers 80 acres and includes several historic structures and outbuildings, will celebrate its 200th anniversary with special events throughout the year.
Visitors to Fort Gibson Historic Site can explore a reconstruction of the early log fort and stockade, as well as original buildings from the 1840s–70s. The Commissary Visitor Center on Garrison Hill features exhibits that delve into the fort's history, while living historians conduct demonstrations on 19th-century foodways, weaponry, and civilian and soldier life.
Special events at the site include living history events, Bake Days using the historic bakehouse, and educational programs. The site's log stockade, reconstructed under the Works Progress Administration in 1937, underwent extensive restoration and reopened to the public in 2016.
Fort Gibson played a pivotal role in the westward expansion of the United States, serving as an outpost on the Texas Road and a key point for river navigation at the convergence of the Arkansas, Verdigris, and Grand Rivers. Established in 1824 to keep the peace between the Osages and Cherokees, the fort was home to many of the nation's leaders and served as a starting point for military expeditions exploring the West.
Today, Fort Gibson Historic Site stands as a National Historic Landmark and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. It continues to educate visitors about the important role it played in shaping the history of the region.
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Location & Phone number
907 N Garrison Ave, Fort Gibson, OK 74434, United States
Hours open
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday:
Closed
Reviews
"The people that work and volunteer here really bring history to life. It is very educational"
"Enjoyed seeing the old fort. Sinage to tell a little about rooms and what they were used for wish their was more posted about the actual history."
"We visited in late January and were the only ones there. Got lots of attention from the ladies in the museum. haha We really enjoyed seeing the old reconstructed fort and the "newer" stone buildings. The history was really compelling and you could almost imagine what it would have been like back then."
"Nice fort to visit in eastern part of Oklahoma. It has multiple areas to visit. Main fort area that has parking, which extends with a few more buildings and a couple chimneys. Further up the road about 1 mile is the museum with a few more buildings including the first school for the blind of OK, a bakery and a building in ruins. A few miles more and you get to the dam too! Worth the stop!"
"A very interesting place. Must stop in and tour. Self guided tours so you can take your time. They still bake bread in their amazing bakery on certain days. There is a gift shop. Family friendly and just a lot of history."
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