Gilcrease Museum in Tulsa

1400 N Gilcrease Museum Rd (at W. Newton St.)

Gilcrease Museum

Gilcrease Museum is a renowned art museum located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, that is dedicated to American history and art. It is also known as the Thomas Gilcrease Institute of American History and Art. The museum was founded in 1949 by Thomas Gilcrease, a local oilman and avid art collector. The museum houses an impressive collection of over 10,000 works of art and artifacts including Native American artifacts, paintings, sculptures, and manuscripts. Some of the major highlights of the museum's collection include the largest collection of art by famous Western artists such as Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell. Visitors can also see rare documents, such as letters from Christopher Columbus, Napoleon Bonaparte, and Thomas Jefferson.

Aside from the extensive collection of art, Gilcrease Museum is also a great place to visit for tourists interested in Native American history. The museum has one of the largest collections of Native American art and artifacts in the world. It is also home to the Helmerich Center for American Research, which contains archives and research materials related to American history and culture. Visitors can enjoy various programs and events such as lectures, concerts, and workshops throughout the year.

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