Oklahoma Attractions & Experiences

Discover the best natural, historical, and unique experiences to add to your Jefferson Highway journey through Oklahoma

Atoka Museum & Civil War Cemetery

A local museum dedicated to preserving the history of Atoka County and the site of a historic Civil War cemetery.

• Address: 2902 US-69, Atoka, OK 74525

• Phone: (580) 889-7192

• Website: https://www.okhistory.org/sites/atokamuseum 
  

Choctaw Cultural Center

A world-class institution dedicated to preserving and celebrating the culture, history, and traditions of the Choctaw Nation. It features extensive exhibits, a historical village, and a living culture area. (Pictured at top of the page).

• Address: 1919 Hina Hanta Way, Calera, OK 74730

• Phone: (833) 708-9582 

• Website: https://choctawculturalcenter.com/ 
  

Coleman Theatre

A stunningly restored 1929 Art Deco/Spanish Mission-style performing arts venue and a must-see example of auto-trail architecture.

• Address: 103 N. Main St., Miami, OK 74354

• Phone: (918) 540-2425.

• Website:  https://thecolemantheatre.org/ 
  

Eastern Trails Museum

A museum dedicated to the 150-year history of Vinita, featuring exhibits on Civil War history, Native American culture, ranching, and recreated pioneer businesses.

• Address: 215 W. Illinois Ave., Vinita, OK 74301

• Phone: (918) 244 6658

• Website: https://easterntrailsmuseum.org/ 
  

Honey Springs Battlefield Historic Site

The site of the largest and most decisive battle of the Civil War in Indian Territory, fought along the historic Texas Road. The site features a visitor center, exhibits, and six interpretive walking trails.

• Address: 423159 E 1030 Road, Checotah, OK 74426

• Phone: (918) 617-7125

• Website:  https://www.okhistory.org/sites/honeysprings 
  

Jefferson Highway Route Highlights
The following sites are physical roadway features or areas important to the Jefferson Highway experience, but do not have formal addresses or phone numbers:

• Picher Mining District Ruins: Explore the sights along the highway route through this historic former Superfund site and mining ghost town in the far northeast corner of the state.
  
  

• Historic 'Ribbon Road' Pavement: Keep an eye out for this unique, narrow stretch of original, early 20th-century pavement between Miami and Afton that was part of the original Jefferson Highway alignment.

Muskogee Tourist Camp Site at Spaulding Park

The site of the model Jefferson Highway Tourist Camp, built in 1921 by the Kiwanis Club. This is an essential example of early auto-trail infrastructure.

• Address: Spaulding Park, 837 E. Okmulgee Ave., Muskogee, OK 74403

• Phone: (918) 684-6302 

• Website:  https://www.muskogeeparks.org/aquatics/pools_and_splash_pads/spaulding_park/index.php  
  

Stringtown Legacy Foundation

A foundation dedicated to keeping Stringtown’s history alive through Jefferson Highway signage and mural, the Stringtown Shootout Memorial (700 US-69) which marks the site of the infamous Bonnie & Clyde Gang 1932 gunfight, and historic buildings like the 1915 Garside House (a former museum) and the 1912 Winters Home, which are being preserved to honor the town's pioneer past.

• Address: U.S. Highway 69 / Reba McEntire Avenue, Stringtown, OK 74569

• Website:  https://www.okhistory.org/publications/enc/entry?entry=ST050