Join us at the Miami Public Library for a lecture about some of the fascinating stories of those buried at GAR as well as a history of the cemetery by Bethene Fahnestock, AKA Dr. B. Genealogy.
Seating is limited—once the room reaches capacity, no additional guests can be admitted.
Food will be available while supplies last.
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Join us for the first-ever Homegrown History Conference!
This week-long event features a series of lectures exploring the rich and diverse history of Ottawa County and Oklahoma. Whether you’re a lifelong resident or simply curious about the area’s past, there’s something for everyone to discover!
Conference Schedule:
Day 1 – Monday, Feb. 23, 2026: Indigenous Roots and the Early Settlement of Ottawa County
Day 2 – Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026: The Rise of Industry and Its Environmental & Social Impacts
Day 3 – Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026: Ottawa County in World War II
Day 4 – Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026: Everyday Lives, Stories, and Cultures of Ottawa County Residents
Day 5 – Friday, Feb. 27, 2026: Preservation, Public History, and Honoring the Past
Day 6 – Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026: History Week Wrap-Up: Recording Oral Histories from Local Residents for Our Online Collection.
You may also like the following events from Miami Public Library:
- This Friday, 5th December, 05:30 pm, Free Adult Art Activity: Paper Quilling in Miami
- Next Monday, 8th December, 10:00 am, Free Tai Chi Classes at the Seniors' Center of Miami, OK in Miami
- Next Wednesday, 10th December, 09:30 am, Gardening and Tech at a Glance - AARP Senior Planet Class in Miami
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