1889 School

04/08/2026

Cruise into the 1889 Schoolhouse for the 100 Greatest Miles on Route 66 🇺🇸 🚗
June 6th—celebrating the road, the history, and the charm.
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03/26/2026

Join us June 9-12 & 23-26 or July 14-17th for pioneer fun! Kids will step back into time at a 1889 school house! Campers will learn about pioneer life, games, crafts, and snacks! Come dressed in your best pioneer attire. For more information go to edmondhistory.org🤠 🤠

03/26/2026

Join us June 9-12 & 23-26 or July 14-17th for pioneer fun! Kids will step back into time at a 1889 school house! Campers will learn about pioneer life, games, crafts, and snacks! Come dressed in your best pioneer attire. For more information go to edmondhistory.org

02/12/2026

Journey back in time to the year 1889. The Edmond Historic Preservation Trust are proud to partner with the Edmond History Museum and offer adult experiences. Message us today to book your next adventure! 🤠

02/05/2026

The open road leads to Edmond and the 1889 Schoolhouse.🚗 Check out visit Edmond new video for the Historic Route 66 campaign.

Explore Edmond along historic Route 66, where the Mother Road meets vibrant local culture. From iconic landmarks and scenic photo opportunities to unique din...

01/30/2026

We look forward to seeing you in warmer weather! ❄️🌨️☃️

01/28/2026

The 1889 School looks splendid dressed in white.❄️ Pop over this Saturday and see the beginnings of a beautiful year sharing our Edmond History. ☃️❄️⛄️

01/27/2026

Beautiful photo of the 1889 Schoolhouse by Visit Edmond director Jennifer Thornton. This historic landmark is a gem, showcasing Edmond's rich past. We thank Jennifer for the beautiful snow-day photo. Come visit and experience its charm! The Schoolhouse is open this Saturday from 1 to 4 pm.

12/15/2025

The 1889 School has been dressed in it’s Christmas finery. Our new floors and interior paint have truly sparkled during our holiday festivities!

12/06/2025

"Hop around" to different free historical holiday events this Saturday from 3-7pm in Edmond!
The Edmond History Museum will be open with toy trains, miniature dioramas, and children’s activities, the 1889 Territorial Schoolhouse will be open with holiday crafts and old-fashioned games, and the historical Rodkey House will have hot chocolate and photos with Santa! Sponsored by .bank and hosted by the Edmond History Museum, Edmond Historical Preservation Trust, and the Edmond chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution.

Businesses on 5th street are also having some holiday fun:
• At select holiday decor will be 20% off and the first 15 customers will receive a grab bag
• Pick up some free hot coco from Mountain Chocolate Factory Edmond from 11-3
• If you're a fan of mahjong, has their tables available for use for free from 3-7pm
• Then hop over to for free toppings on your ice cream, also from 3-7pm

12/04/2025

“Hop Around” to three historical sites near Stephenson Park in Edmond, OK on Sat, Dec 6th from 3-7:00 pm for FREE holiday crafts, Santa photos, hot cocoa, and old-timey atmosphere. The three locations are within a few blocks of each other, near Downtown Edmond.
Locations and activities include:
• Edmond History Museum (431 S. Boulevard): Toy trains, miniature dioramas, and children’s activities. Plus, view the museum exhibits, including Edmond Fire Department History and Close to Home: Vietnam’s Effect on Edmond .
• 1889 Territorial Schoolhouse (124 E. 2nd St): Enjoy old-fashioned games and crafts.
• Victorian Rodkey House (410 S. Littler): The house will be decorated like Santa’s workshop, including Santa photos and Christmas activities.
Model trains are provided by Oklahoma N-rail and Marcus Mead is bringing his hand-made architectural dioramas. The museum has also arranged for snow to fall every hour on the hour!

Holiday Hop is sponsored by Regent Bank and hosted by the Edmond History Museum, Edmond Historical Preservation Trust, and the Edmond chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution.

Old-fashioned and homemade presents are available in the museum gift shop for purchase. Attendees are invited to save 10% on all gift shop purchases. Local businesses along 5th street will be offering holiday shopping specials.

https://www.edmondhistory.org/event/holiday-hop-4/

Edmond History Museum
1889School

11/19/2025

Mark your calendars for a Historical Holiday Hop! Join the fun on Dec 6th🎄

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