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Shortgrass Country Museum and Historical Society
The Shortgrass Country Museum is one of the important historical landmarks of Sayre. In 1930 the Rock Island Depot was moved from its original site to the center of downtown.
The renovated depot museum features changing displays on all aspects of early-day life in Shortgrass Country and is western Oklahoma’s art and history museum with traveling art exhibits.
Plan Your Visit
Getting There & Details
- Admission
- Free Admission
- Hours
- Thursday and Friday, 2:00 - 4:30, or by appointment
- Address
- 106 E. Poplar
- Phone
- 580-928-5757
- Map
- Get Directions →
While You're in Sayre
More Things to Do
Downtown Mural
The mural reflects downtown Sayre facing east towards the courthouse. - Artist, B. Cochron, '84
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Learn more →Upcoming Events
Events in Sayre
May
23
City Wide Garage Sale
May
28–30
Sayre Champion Rodeo, Piggin & Grinnin’ BBQ Cook Off, & Flea Market
Jun
27
Annual Chamber of Commerce Firecracker Classic Golf Tourn.
Jul
13–17
Grand National Horses Assoc. Rodeo
Sep
3–5
Beckham County Free Fair
Sep
12
Route 66 Harvest Festival
Sep
12
Tri-State High School Rodeo
Sep
19–20
Rt. 66 Swap Meet – Western Oklahoma
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