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First Americans Museum in Oklahoma City, OK
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First Americans Museum

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The First Americans Museum in Oklahoma City, OK, is a young museum that had its official opening on September 18, 2021. Its earlier name, American Indian Cultural Center & Museum, makes its subject clear. It lies about 2.6 miles off the old road, and it is a meaningful stop for travelers who want to learn about the first peoples of the land Route 66 crosses.

What is First Americans Museum?

The museum goes by the short name FAM. Before taking its current name, it was called American Indian Cultural Center & Museum, which shows its focus on American Indian history and culture.

Its official opening came in September 2021, which makes it one of the newest museums in this batch of Oklahoma City stops. For a Route 66 traveler, it adds a different perspective to a drive that is often told through gas stations, diners and motels.

Visiting First Americans Museum: tips

The museum is about 2.6 miles off the old road. Allow two hours or more to take it in. It is listed as wheelchair accessible. A hotel is next door, and food is close by.

Downtown stops are a short drive away: the Elks Victory Lodge-Ruby's Grill Building is about 1.6 miles off, the American Banjo Museum about 1.8 miles and the Myriad Botanical Gardens about 2.1 miles.

Practical info

Address
659 First Americans Boulevard, 73129
Phone
+1 405-594-2100
Website
famok.org
Hours
Mon, Wed–Fri 10–5 · Sat, Sun 11–5
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Elks Victory Lodge-Ruby's Grill Building in Oklahoma City, OK

Elks Victory Lodge-Ruby's Grill Building

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma · 1.6 mi from Route 66

A 1929 brick building that was a hub of Black community life on Oklahoma City's northeast side.

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1.6 mi from First Americans Museum

American Banjo Museum in Oklahoma City, OK

American Banjo Museum

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma · 1.8 mi from Route 66

A museum devoted to the banjo's long American story, from the slave trade era to today.

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1.8 mi from First Americans Museum

Myriad Botanical Gardens in Oklahoma City, OK

Myriad Botanical Gardens

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma · 1.9 mi from Route 66

A 15-acre downtown garden in Oklahoma City built around the Crystal Bridge Conservatory.

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2.1 mi from First Americans Museum

Oklahoma City National Memorial, Oklahoma

Oklahoma City National Memorial

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma · 1.4 mi from Route 66

The memorial and museum on the site of the Murrah Federal Building, honoring those affected in 1995.

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2.3 mi from First Americans Museum

Oklahoma City Museum of Art, Oklahoma

Oklahoma City Museum of Art

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma · 1.6 mi from Route 66

Downtown Oklahoma City's art museum, known for its Chihuly glass and a 55-foot glass tower.

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2.4 mi from First Americans Museum

Oklahoma History Center in Oklahoma City, OK

Oklahoma History Center

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma · 0.1 mi from Route 66

Oklahoma's official state history museum, on an 18-acre site across from the Governor's mansion.

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2.7 mi from First Americans Museum

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