Pittsburg County Genealogical & History Society

05/28/2026

02/28/2026

Join us for “A History of the McAlester Army Ammunition Plant”, presented by Mark Hughes, presented by the Pittsburg County Genealogical and Historical Society!

🗓 Date: Tuesday, March 3rd
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: McAlester Public Library

Discover the fascinating history, operations, and community impact of the McAlester Army Ammunition Plant. Mark Hughes will share stories and historical insights that bring this significant site to life.

✨ Free & Open to the Public
🍪 Light refreshments provided
💬 Q&A and discussion encouraged

Don’t miss this opportunity to dive into McAlester’s rich local history!

02/15/2026

📜 What Can You Learn from Naturalization Records?

Join the Pittsburg County Genealogical and Historical Society here at the library for a fascinating look at how naturalization records can unlock powerful stories about our past.

Hundreds of immigrants were naturalized in the U.S. District Court in South McAlester and the Pittsburg County Court. These records can reveal when, why, and how people came to the United States—and who they came with.

📅 Monday, February 23
⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 McAlester Public Library, 520 E Smith Ave

✨ Free and open to the public
📚 Perfect for family historians, researchers, students, and anyone curious about local history

Come discover what your ancestors’ paperwork might be waiting to tell you!