Author: theactivehistorian

• Historic Markers in Oklahoma Oklahoma Things

  Birthplace of the Reflection Seismograph: OKC

  

  Hey, friend! Welcome back to another post. Today, I want to show you the historic marker at the Belle Isle Library in Oklahoma for the Birthplace of the Reflection Seismograph. I didn’t know this marker existed until I stumbled across it on a list. I learned something new after visiting…

  August 10, 2025
• Historic Markers in Oklahoma Oklahoma Things

  Oklahoma City Oil Field: OKC

  

  Hey, friend! Welcome back to another post. Today, I want to show you the historical marker for the Oklahoma City Oil Field on the Oklahoma State Capitol grounds in OKC. Let’s get started! Historical Marker Here’s the transcription of the historical marker: Oklahoma City Oil Field  “Oklahoma City oil and…

  August 9, 2025
• Historic Markers in Oklahoma Oklahoma Things

  Edmond Station Historic Marker: Edmond, OK

  

  Hey, friend! Welcome back to another post. Today, I want to show you the historic marker for the Edmond Station that was located in Indian Territory (present-day Oklahoma). Let’s get started! Historical marker transcription: Edmond Station, Indian Territory “The Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railroad gave birth to Edmond, Oklahoma…

  July 30, 2025
• Museum Adventures in Oklahoma

  D.W. Correll Museum: Catoosa, OK

  

  Hey, friend! Welcome back to another post. Today, I want to show you around the D.W. Correll Museum in Catoosa, Oklahoma. Let’s get started! D.W. Correll was a beloved Catoosa resident who amassed a large collection of rocks, fossils, crystals, vintage cars, and various other items. His collection is now…

  July 26, 2025