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MUSEUM OF THE GREAT PLAINS

Explore the human history of the Great Plains

Discover MGP! We're a different kind of history museum. Through interactive exhibits and self-directed activities, our visitors investigate the past, present, and future. Try it, you'll like it.

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1979 Wichita Falls and LawtonTornado Simulator

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HOURS OF OPERATION

Pick a time

Monday through Saturday, 10:00a - 5:00p; Sunday, 1:00p - 5:00p.

Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day

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LOCATION

Drop in

We’re located at 601 NW Ferris Ave (Lawton OK) in Elmer Thomas Park. The park is bounded by Cache Rd on the north, 2nd St on the east, Ferris Ave on the south, and Fort Sill Blvd on the west. We recommend entering at 6th or 7th St on Ferris Ave.

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ADMISSION

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Tickets are available through the front desk. Sorry, no advance or online sales.

Age 13 or older, $10 | Ages 3-12, $8 | Age 2 or younger, free | Age 62 or older, $9 | Military with ID, $9

SNAP discount with verification | Group rates by prior arrangement

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If within the last week you visited the Medicine Park Aquarium & Natural Sciences Center, show us your receipt and get a two-dollar discount on one admission to the Museum of the Great Plains. Or, keep your receipt from the museum and visit the aquarium for the same discount!

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TEMPORARY EXHIBITS

Catch them while you can

COFFEE'S STATION PROJECT

Through Spring 2025

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MEMBERSHIP

Join or renew today

Your annual membership matters. Each contribution helps us maintain the museum complex and services. Plus, take advantage of store discounts, exclusive events, and savings on workshops.

Individual, $45 | Family, $99 | Contributor, $150 | Sustainer, $300

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Accessibility

Here, there, and everywhere

Indoor public spaces are fully ADA compliant. Outdoors, the Elgin Train Depot, Blue Beaver Schoolhouse, and Trading Post are accessible. But they are spread out! So, be prepared for an adventure. And watch out for prairie dog holes if you stray from the sidewalk!

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Our organization works with the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), a global leader in online training and certification programs, to be designated a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC). Our staff has been trained in best practices when assisting autistic individuals. By undergoing additional autism-specific certification, we strive to provide better service and experiences to all. Click to learn more about Certified Autism Center.™