Forest Heritage Center

05/27/2026

Planning your family getaway to Beavers Bend? Make sure to leave some time for a museum visit!

The Forest Heritage Center isn’t your typical museum; it’s a place for hands-on discovery. From art that sparks the imagination to our First Saturday programs where history comes to life through interactive activities, we love helping our guests of all ages find their own connection to the landscape.

It’s the perfect spot to cool off, learn something new, and make memories that go beyond the hiking trails. We can’t wait to welcome you soon! Learn more by visiting https://okfhc.org/.

05/27/2026

Pictured are logs being loaded onto a truck by the Dierks Lumber Company's Cline Little Giant log loader. The loader was purchased by the company in 1957. This great photo was taken by Bob Albright on February 12, 1962 and comes to us courtesy of the OPUBCO Collection of the Oklahoma Historical Society Research Division.

05/25/2026

Today we are sharing this diagram, published by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, showing details about the Broken Bow Dam. It was published on July 8, 1965 and comes to us today, courtesy of the OPUBCO Collection of the Oklahoma Historical Society Research Division.

05/21/2026

Camp Discover applications are OPEN! ✨🌲

If your child loves exploring, creating, and learning outdoors, this is the perfect opportunity. Camp Discover gives students hands-on experiences in beautiful Beavers Bend State Park—surrounded by over 50 species of trees and endless chances to learn about the natural world!

🎨 Included with registration:
• Art supplies & materials
• Daily snacks & lunch
• Camp Discover t-shirt

Registration is only $25, and spots fill up fast!
Apply today: https://okfhc.org/events/camp-discover/

Let’s make this summer one to remember! 🌞🌿

05/20/2026

Camp Discover- Our annual Camp Discover involves a plethora of opportunities for students to explore the beauty of the natural world. They gain an appreciation for the sights, sounds, smell, and feel of the forest. Students are challenged to view the ecosystem around them as a bustling metropolis, with each organism playing an important role in the ever-rotating wheel of life.

All camp activities involve the educational standard of obtaining, evaluating, and communicating the new ideas and information.

The location of the Forest Heritage Center in beautiful Beavers Bend State Park is the perfect setting to learn about the forest, with over 50 species of trees within a 1-mile radius. Registration is $25 and includes all art supplies/materials, daily snacks, lunch, and a Camp Discover t-shirt. Applications are available online or campers may register by phone. Children ages 9 to 11. Space is limited.

05/19/2026

05/19/2026

Oklahoma Historical Society Board Member Kenny Sivard joined Jeff on Talk of the Town to discuss the Fort Towson Historic Site Night Tour planned for this Friday.

More: https://www.kxii.com/2026/05/18/talk-town-fort-towson-historical-site-night-tour/

05/19/2026

Today we are sharing this great photo, taken inside of the Dierks Lumber mill at Broken Bow on April 26, 1946! This great image comes to us courtesy of the OPUBCO Collection of the Oklahoma Historical Society Research Division.

05/19/2026

In honor of Memorial Day, the Forest Heritage Center & Museum will be closed on Monday, May 25th as our staff joins the rest of the country in remembering the men and women who gave everything in service to our nation.

From our entire team, we wish you and your family a safe weekend full of reflection and gratitude.

05/16/2026

The FHC is taking part in International Museum Day at the Choctaw Cultural Center! 🏛️
If you are in Bryan or Grayson County, come see us!
If you find yourself in Broken Bow, visit the FHC in beautiful, Beavers Bend State Park!🌲🦫
Choctaw Cultural Center

05/14/2026

There is a certain kind of courage found in those who protect our land and our liberty. Today, we honor the service of our Armed Forces and the selfless dedication of our Wildland Firefighters.

Our memorial to Jim Burnett stands as a quiet reminder of the risks taken to keep Oklahoma’s forests green and our communities safe. Their story is woven into the very fabric of everything we do here: a story of resilience, grit, and a deep respect for the world we share.

We welcome you to visit the memorial this weekend to reflect on their service.