Museum of the Red River
About Museum of the Red River
The Museum of the Red River is Idabel’s cultural anchor, a museum devoted to art and archaeology from around the world and home to Oklahoma’s state dinosaur, Acrocanthosaurus atokensis. It presents free admission and a broad collection experience centered on the cultural heritage of the Americas, with a reputation as the largest cultural institution in a 150-mile radius.
A visit feels both welcoming and substantial, with galleries, collections to explore, and programs that extend the museum’s mission into learning and community engagement. It’s especially appealing to families, homeschoolers, students, and curious travelers who want a stop that combines science, history, and art in one memorable place.
Where it is
Around Museum of the Red River
Museum of the Red River sits in the Idabel area on our map.
It's about 20 miles from Hochatown, about 19 miles from Beavers Bend State Park and about 11 miles from Broken Bow (straight-line on the map).
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Close by
Coming up in Idabel
- 📅 Snowman Painting Class at the Museum of the Red River — Sat, Nov 7
- 📅 Genesis Salon and Barber Shop Grand Opening — Sat, Nov 7
- 📅 Nourishing Minds at the Idabel Public Library — Mon, Nov 9
- 📅 Veterans Eat Free at Phat Tabb's BBQ — Wed, Nov 11
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