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McAlester, Oklahoma

The largest Masonic temple in the state houses a library/museum, a costume room, and a 1930 Kimball organ with over 3,100 pipes. The lavish, ornate architecture can be seen from miles around as it sits at the highest point in the city.

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J. I. Stipe Recreational Center

The J.I. Stipe Recreational Center features separate exercise rooms for men and women each with equipment, showers, lockers and saunas. There is a racquetball court and basketball court as well as swimming pool. The Senior Citizens Center facilities included cafeteria, kitchen, and game room.

McAlester, OK Recreation


Pioneer Coal Miner Memorial

Surrounded by gardens, a life-sized bronze statue pays tribute to the thousands of coal miners who worked the mines and lost their lives. The Coal Miners Memorial Plaza documents the impact of the coal mining industry in early Pittsburg County on the Coal miners Wall of Memories with more than 1

McAlester, OK Memorials

Oklahoma Prison Historical Museum

The Oklahoma Prison Historical Museum is the state's only museum detailing the history of Oklahoma's prison system. Exhibits include an actual ball and chain, "Ol Sparky," Oklahoma's electric chair, items owned by prisoners, and numerous historical photos.

McAlester, OK Museums

Pittsburg Co. Genealogical and Historical Society

Along with a display of early coal mining tools, the Historical Society contains a genealogical library and is available for research purposes. Numerous historical exhibits are featured including information and artifacts pertaining to Native American culture. The 1903 building is a

McAlester, OK Museums

Things to do near McAlester, OK

Military Road - Historic Marker

Military Road - Choctaw Trail of Tears "Cut from Washington, Arkansas to Fort Towson in 1831, for removal of Choctaws from...

Cavanal Worlds Highest Hill

Cavanal Hill is the world's highest hill 1999ft above sea level (a mountain is 2000 ft). Drive to the top and enjoy the new p...

Boys and Girls Club of McAlester

The Boys and Girls Club of McAlester has been located in the heart of McAlester since 1960. There are no geographic boundarie...

Hugo Lake Fishing

There are some 5000 acres of uncleared areas at the lake for fishermen to enjoy without intrusion of skiers. Boating lanes ha...

Talimena Scenic Byway

Winding through the Ouichita Mountains with scenic and photographic turnouts, Talimena Scenic Byway runs along the crest of t...