"Fort Gibson Historic Site" Oklahoma Things to Do Tip by Stephen-KarenConn

Fort Gibson Historic Site is a National Historic Landmark operated by the Oklahoma Historical Society. It consists of a reconstructed frontier era fort which served from 1824 through 1890, both during the Indian wars and the War Between the States.

During the time that Fort Gibson was an operating fort, Oklahoma was not a state but Indian Territory. It is in Muskogee County, about 21 miles southwest of Tahlequah, western capital of the Cherokee Nation, and 10 miles northeast of Muskogee, capital of the Creek Nation. For many, Fort Gibson was the last stop on the infamous "Trail of Tears."

Hours of Operation:
Summer: Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Winter: Thursday through Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Admission Fee:
Adults (19 & over)...$3.00
Students (6-18)...$1.00
Senior Citizens (over 65)...$2.50
Children 5 & under...FREE

Address: 907 North Garrison, Fort Gibson, OK
Directions: Fort Gibson Historic Site is on Garrison Avenue between Hazen and Coppinger streets in Fort Gibson. at the intersection of Lee and Ash. It can be reached from U.S. 62 by turning north on Hwy 80 (Lee St) and following it through the Town of Fort Gibson.
Phone: 918-478-4088
Website: http://www.fortgibson.com/historical_sites.htm