Preserving our Cultural Heritage at the SHM

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The second year-long exhibit in 2020 at the Stillwater History Museum at the Sheerar centers around preserving Stillwater’s local culture. Each month will feature items pertaining to a specific theme. The theme for the month of February is historic photographs and slides. On display are photographs and slides from the museum’s collections as well the technology used to produce or view them. The museum is also hosting a free family-friendly program on Thursday, February 20, from 2-4 p.m. where attendees will learn the art of hand-tinting copies of historic photographs. And, as part of the photos and slides theme, the Stillwater Collects February display features Mary Ann Grimsley’s collection of matchbox covers.

The theme for March is books and display cases will feature cookbooks, kid’s books, and others from the Museum’s collection. A program on March 29, 2-3 p.m., will tell the stories of Oklahoma authors. In keeping with the cookbook theme, Stillwater resident Marilyn Wilson will be loaning cookie jars from her collection for the Stillwater Collects display, and the March museum’s textile display will feature aprons.

Rachel Seitz, Museum Intern

Professional Writing Internship at the Stillwater History Museum

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Professional Writing Internship at the Stillwater History Museum

Interning at the Stillwater History Museum at the Sheerar was a memorable experience, and incredibly helpful in furthering my skills as a professional writer. I would recommend this museum to anyone looking for experience as a writer, historian, or to anyone interested in learning more about Stillwater’s rich history.

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The Museum Live

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The Museum Live

Visit the Sheerar Museum of Stillwater History in the historic Sheerar Cultural Center, located at 702 S. Duncan Street in Stillwater, Oklahoma. For over 40 years, the Sheerar Museum has been collecting, preserving, and presenting Stillwater's history and culture. The Sheerar Cultural Center is also available for rental for various types of events including: recitals, concerts, performances, meetings, weddings, reunions, etc.

This video was created in conjunction with the Students of Oklahoma State University's School of Strategic Communications.

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