Exploring Oklahoma History
We're Here to Explore the Great State of Oklahoma, to Remember Those Who Came Before Us, and Learn the Lessons of Oklahoma's Past Together.
Oklahoma Historic Place of the Day
Kiowa County Mosaic
On of the largest tile mosaics in the country is located on the Kiowa County courthouse square. It portrays the history of Kiowa County. It was dedicated as part of the Oklahoma Centennial on May 28th, 2007.
Located in Kiowa County, Oklahoma.
Today in Oklahoma History
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Wednesday, December 24, 1924
Babbs Switch Tragic School Fire
On this day 35 people lost their lives while attending a Christmas party in a one room frame school house. The fire was started by a candle on a Christmas tree. A school building was built here in memorial and a model to point the way to safer county schools the nation over. The school was discontinued in 1943. Was dismantled and sold. more...
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