Winter Solstice Walks
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Event Details
Participants will learn the history and story of these unusual mounds during the one mile walk on paved trails, and why they align with the solstice and equinox sunsets. Tours last two hours. Handicap Accessible. Tours depart at 11am, 2pm and 7pm.
Winter Solstice Walks
Phone : 918-962-2062 (Always call and confirm events.)
Email Address : spiromds@ipa.net
Web: www.okhistory.org/sites/spiromounds.php
Walking Tours
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