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Chisholm Trail Heritage Center & Garis Gallery of the American West
1000 Chisholm Trail Pkwy, Duncan, OK 73533, United States
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Lo
Review №1

It was an amazing, last minute idea. My grandkids and I LOVED the entire experience! It was so interactive. There was so many things to do and see. The experiences were amazing ! All the staff were so friendly and helpful. They were very knowledgeable about everything and even stayed open late for us so we could enjoy the entire experience! We had the most wonderful time ️! We will be visiting again the next time we are in town .Also, it doesnt cost an arm and a leg which was truly refreshing!

Di
Review №2

Beautiful place.. This is actually a hidden gem... The trail history and the cowboy history.. How they represented you can not understand until you see it.. They have superb shows and interactive items.. Ill request all the travellers pls do visit this place... You wont regret it.. They also have a great gift shop!!!

Su
Review №3

The interactive experience makes for an astounding adventure for youngsters I highly recommend it for your whole family to enjoy.

Bi
Review №4

Very nice combination of a museum and learning center for the kids. The museum is clean and well maintained, and the staff was all very helpful and friendly. Although there were not a lot of historical artifacts other than a personal are collection, it still exceeded my expectations for an attraction of this type in a small town.

Ja
Review №5

This museum is a gem hidden in Duncan Oklahoma. My wife and daughter love this interactive museum it lets you live the old west more specifically the Chisholm trail. It is not a big museum but what it lacks in exhibits it makes up for in activity. The people that work there are the friendliest and I would definitely recommend.

Ka
Review №6

Great experience for adults and kids. We had a blast learning about cattle drives and life on the range. Our tour guide Suzanne was a great part of the tour as well.

Ti
Review №7

Good local history and exhibits. Two Interactive theatres. The art collection of local artists on the great planes and west expansion is also attractive. There are good exhibits and interactive activities for children. The place is more suited for family entertainment than to historical information and study. This is a local attraction with friendly staff primarily and not an educational (academic) facility.

Sa
Review №8

Actually, I had a wonderful time. Google got a little ahead of me and posted the incomplete review. Highly recommended!

Sh
Review №9

We visited during an event that was free to the public. It is a great place to learn about our area. The rich history is brought to life with hands on exhibits. Go play at the General Store, make your own brand, listen to the music, see old movie clips. Make sure to visit the theater for the interactive show. Very happy we went.

Jo
Review №10

Chisholm Trail Heritage Center in Duncan, Oklahoma is a wonderful museum for kids and their aged Father who loves the cowboy way of life, even if the meanest thing he ever saddled was an old Honda three wheeler.

Ki
Review №11

Great deal of historical information about the trail and a cowboy art gallery with several well known artists work on display.

su
Review №12

I have been here twice in a two week period! Great museum! The employee that gave us our tour was a teacher, and she gave us lots of great information!

Ga
Review №13

We had an amazing time!! The staff is friendly and informative!

Al
Review №14

Great place for picnics and family or school trips.

Sh
Review №15

Great place with lots of hands-on activities for kids.

Ma
Review №16

Great experience! Very interesting and interactive.

Jo
Review №17

The movie was surprising (in a good way), campfire talk amazing, art well rounded representation, an education served with fun

Ju
Review №18

Jennie made the visit all worth the stop. I will stop again to visit when I am in the area. I wish there were more people like Jennie.

Al
Review №19

My Great, Great, Great Grandfather was Jesse Chisholm and he was a very influential part of the Chisholm Trail. I found the museum a great place to learn about my ancestry.

Ro
Review №20

Great place to take the family for a fun afternoon. Educational and fun things to do for everyone.

He
Review №21

Absolutely fabulous! We plan to go back and spend more time. Definitely allow several hours, its a small museum packed with lots of great exhibits!

Je
Review №22

Another great treasure waiting to be discovered! My family really enjoyed all aspects of this museum: the art gallery, the multidimensional theaters, and the hands on trail activities all enriched our understand of Western American history. In just a few hours, we were greatly enriched.

Fo
Review №23

The National Day of the Cowboy was awesome. The Bison display was outstanding as well as the paintings by Lemon was super! I look forward to next years Chisholm Trails Day of the Cowboy.

Ro
Review №24

Wonderful the theater experience. The boys loved it. Wanted to go in a trail drive. They are ages 7 and 11.

Ti
Review №25

It was fun learning about Oklahoma. They had a lot of fun things for the kids to do. I would definitely take my boys back.

Ro
Review №26

One of the best specialty museums I have been in. If you are nearby this area be sure to stop in. The displays, movies, animatronics, and art are excellently displayed. You can spend an hour or two here easily.

An
Review №27

A small but very interesting museum. They have two theaters set up, one animatronic and the other a film but with some great effects. It was myself, my dad, my husband and my girls aged 17 and 13. We all found something that interested us so I would say it is good for all ages.My only disappointment was that even though it says on the website that it is a Blue Star participate the admission person said they were not this year so we had to pay to get in. Other than that it was great!

Ja
Review №28

Excellent history of the Chisholm Trail presented in a fun and engaging setting. The staff is superb. Definitely a stop that is not too be missed if youre in the area.

De
Review №29

My 5 and 7 year old grandsons loved it.

pa
Review №30

I want to tell you that I did this with my sister-in-law and her grandkids and my granddaughter and me with all went there were six of us there was something there for all six of us I really enjoyed it because I like history it sure made a beautiful day thank you

Je
Review №31

What an amazing place. Not just a museum but an interactive adventure.

Sh
Review №32

Love the events held here!

Ky
Review №33

I was VERY impressed. Im from California, and have no real drive to learn about the Midwest, but this museum was very interesting. And the fun effects during the show was a nice touch.

ce
Review №34

Loved it! Spouse and I drove here as part of Adventure Road contest But We Both will be back to visit and go all through on Labor Day Weekend. We enjoyed the park area and enjoyed the Big Map of trail Outside on this visit. Go.

De
Review №35

Felt like I was on the trail. Guides show two movies and then you are free to wander.

Me
Review №36

Amazing people. Can learn tons of new things. Great place to go with the family and have like a blast from the past kind of feel.

Ca
Review №37

I love this place. Lots of beautiful western art work. Two really cool movies. Fun for all ages. The gift shop is very nice.

Ja
Review №38

Been there 3 times w my kids each on field trips. Great learning experience and fun.

Ka
Review №39

This is a wonderful museum for all ages. They have interactive features that draw you back to the days of living on the prairie and fantastic staff who make sure your experience there is educational and fun. Our school takes our students here every year and every year it is a favorite.

Ro
Review №40

This was a very fun place! I enjoyed it with one of my daughters! Take your childern fornsure! Clean, and educational!

Te
Review №41

My grandson and I really enjoyed it... especially the interactive film!

Ja
Review №42

A great way to learn about history.

Pa
Review №43

This is a fantastic, kid friendly, very informative place! Well organized to fit the needs of children of various ages. Fantastic exhibits, lits of hands-on learning!!

Ca
Review №44

The person taking care is we get helpful,kind and explained to us.

Si
Review №45

This is must see museum! Love to tell you more, but promised not to be a spoiler! Thanks again!

Ke
Review №46

Interesting and informative displays, plus a very friendly staff made it an enjoyable visit

Jo
Review №47

My son attends their cowpokes and brushstrokes art sessions for ages 2-4 and has a blast. They have different crafts planned followrd by a story. Its a great thing for the young kiddos to experience

Pe
Review №48

Great place... employees are wonderful.

Mi
Review №49

Very informative. Interesting

Co
Review №50

Great experience in learning history. Good job!!!

Sa
Review №51

I have visited this museum since I was a child, and it never fails to be an amazing time. Check out the interactive movie if you havent yet!

Li
Review №52

My grandchildren loved it. Very hands on. Lots of activities, movies, and exhibits. Great western art!

Lo
Review №53

I liked it. If you like old paintings of the old west. All western things also Indian things

Pa
Review №54

The shows in the little theaters are very entertaining and educational. I highly recommend going to the center.

Ja
Review №55

This place is so boring. Would be nice if they would change it up some. Its the same thing it always has been

Mi
Review №56

Nice place to take the kids on a rainy day or just to get outta the house.

Je
Review №57

We went to a free art event. The kids got really cool craftsto do.

Mi
Review №58

Waayy more than I anticipated. The history is thoroughly covered. The western art gallery is magnificent. I was stunned by the quality of the exhibit.

M
Review №59

Great place to learn about the history of cowboys. It also has a fun theater.

Sa
Review №60

One of my favourite places to go

St
Review №61

Neat museum to learn some local history! Also has a cute giftshop.

ja
Review №62

Day of the cowboy event was so fun and interesting

C
Review №63

Ive been here twice, the staff has been very friendly and helpful. The theatre is great, great place for kids. Also has nice gift shop.

Bi
Review №64

Great place to discover life as it was on the Trails. Well done. Great videos.

Je
Review №65

Daughter went on a field trip. She loved it

Lo
Review №66

Very good displays, videos with real life effects

ce
Review №67

Very informational. Loved the theater

Pe
Review №68

The place was set up nice.. but far as staff goes there very impatient with children. And some of the ladys attitudes could change.. to have visitors some were not very friendly.. I must say the lady with long blonde hair that runs the art area she was very nice and patient with the children being we were on a class field trip.. and some were just pushy.. and in a hurry to get you in and out.

Ma
Review №69

Great place to visit, had a great time

ro
Review №70

The 4D theater was amazing! Its not a big place but it is very interesting.

Ca
Review №71

Great learning experience for the whole family.

Bo
Review №72

Great visit with interesting active rooms and films. Big smiles all around.

V
Review №73

Cool movie that has surprises at the beginning of tour. Also has a small souvenir store. Very nice employees!

Do
Review №74

Love it the children had alot of fun

Sh
Review №75

My son loved it

Ke
Review №76

Great look into cowboy way of life.

Ru
Review №77

Great history and fun for kids to learn about cattle drives

La
Review №78

My long time friend that I served with in th US Navy and I went to the museum and he really enjoyed the experience as did I.

Ro
Review №79

Only two shows but still a good place for the kids

Lo
Review №80

Phenomenal! Loved the theater and the docents were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable.

Ba
Review №81

Great place to see.

Bi
Review №82

Excellent - loads of information - many small details - very helpful - enjoyable.

Le
Review №83

Wonderful Art, history, and 4D trail ride

Sa
Review №84

Very informative. Loved it

Ke
Review №85

Very nice to visit. The staff arent very nice they could work on there customer service

Ni
Review №86

All the kids should visit here it was amazing taking them on a field trip, there was so much to learn and do without being like a museum boring feel.

ba
Review №87

Awesome little museum,, interaction for kids,, experience theater, art gallery,, learning center,, worth a visit

Ru
Review №88

Excellent venue to learn about the history og the Chisolm Trail

Ke
Review №89

The museum in itself is a great place to take the kids. The biggest downfall about this place was that one of the tour guides didn’t have the patience needed for 1st graders, very irritable and not good at keeping the children engaged.

Bo
Review №90

Great place to take the kids. The whole family can learn something they might not have known!

Ka
Review №91

The museum was amazing, loved the 4D movie.

st
Review №92

Very fun and very interactive!! Great place to visit!!

Ch
Review №93

This place is a gem. The 4D theatre never gets old, the animatronics are cool, and the gallery has some really beautiful artwork.

ca
Review №94

If you lower your expectations a bit, this is a cool place to take the kids. i think it is a little overpriced, but still worth it. there is one cranky older Lady that meets you at the gate that i suggest you get rid of.

Ca
Review №95

Wonderful for family outing!

Ci
Review №96

Good for kids birthday parties. NO BATHROOM THOUGH!

St
Review №97

We went to the museum with our Homeschool group from Burkburnett, TX. The ages of our group are 2 yrs to about 15 years. We had 15 kids attend with 5 parents. First up on the tour was about 30 minutes of sitting and listening to a lady dressed in period clothing talk about Lizzie Johnson and her life. She was not interactive with the kids except to tell them not to lay down or to sit still. Then afterwards was the art museum for more listening and sitting followed by a scavenger hunt in the art museum where there is no running or touching. Afterwards was an art project that we were enjoying up until the guide said we had about 2 minutes to finish and half the kids were not close to done. Off to the chuck wagon room for another 10 minutes of some lady talking about life on the trail and getting impatient with our kids not wanting to sit still. The animatronic cowboys were fun to watch. We then got to spend about 10 minutes in what was called the interactive area. It consisted of lasso practice, a stamp branding iron and a general store with a few interactive pieces that made noise. they expected our lunch time to be only 20 minutes. At that point myself and a few other moms were ready to just leave. One of the guides asked us to please stay and give the movie a chance. She thought the kids might like it cause it was motioned and had smells and wind. We gave it a try. The movie I will say was great, the chairs vibrated and there was a mock storm complete with rain and the kids did enjoy it. Afterwards we figured since the kids were doing ok that we would try the game so we did. the lady read the cards way to fast and most of the kids could not keep up with counting the beans out. We left at that point. All in all there were a few things I liked but it mostly felt rushed and too restrictive and not at all fun. I would not go again even for free. And the staff, Specifically Mary needs to not be so impatient when it comes to kids. This place might be great for 5th grade and up and certainly not for kids with ADHD who cannot sit still for hours.

Ju
Review №98

Excellent historical museum, and nice western art exhibit.

Me
Review №99

Very interesting entertaining place will visit again

Du
Review №100

Nice little museum with a piece of artwork outside by internationally recognized artist Paul Moore.

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  • Address:1000 Chisholm Trail Pkwy, Duncan, OK 73533, United States
  • Site:https://onthechisholmtrail.com/
  • Phone:+1 580-252-6692
Categories
  • Art museum
  • Museum
  • Educational institution
  • History museum
  • Non-profit organization
  • Tourist information center
Working hours
  • Monday:10am–4pm
  • Tuesday:10am–4pm
  • Wednesday:10am–4pm
  • Thursday:10am–4pm
  • Friday:10am–4pm
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:Closed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
  • Wheelchair rental:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Toilets:Yes
Crowd
  • Family friendly:Yes
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