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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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 MuseumsScottish Rite Masonic Temple
The largest Masonic temple in the state houses a library/museum, a costume room, and a 1930 Kimball organ with over 3,100
McAlester, OK Historic BuildingsPioneer 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 MemorialsOklahoma 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 MuseumsThings to do near McAlester, OK
Fire Lookout
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Spaulding-Olive House
Also referred to as the Magnolia Mansion, this colonial mansion is listed on the National Register of Historic Places....
Sardis Lake Fishing
If fishing is what brings you to the lake, then that's what most of the 400,000 plus visitors have been enjoying annually at ...