It’s been 44 years since the Museum opened. In those four decades, it’s expanded from a small, brick building to the largest cultural institution within a 150-mile radius. Its collection has grown from 1,000 items—mostly from the Americas—to over 30,000 objects from six different continents. However, the Museum isn’t just a passive, cultural repository. On …
Idabel, OK (February 26, 2019)—The Museum of the Red River will hold a free pottery class on March 9. Attendees will learn and utilize two basic hand techniques—pinching and coiling. Participants can drop in and drop out from 10 am to 3 pm. The workshop is part of the Museum’s “Fun With” program, a series …
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Idabel, OK (February 13, 2019)—The Museum of the Red River’s latest exhibit, Native American Cradles, is now open. The show features a range of cradles from most of North America. According to Museum curator Daniel Vick, “cradles are one of the most striking symbols of native American childhood”. He noted that they were made “only …
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The latest edition of the Museum’s quarterly newsletter, SHERDS, is now available. As always, SHERDS contains information about upcoming programs and exhibits. This edition has information about the Museum’s ongoing construction project (end date, cost, etc.), rebranding plan, and its annual travel study program. Interested in the latest Museum news? Follow us on Facebook and …