Honey Springs Battlefield is excited to celebrate the grand opening of all permanent exhibits inside the visitor center near Checotah on Saturday, Nov. 5, beginning at 11 a.m. Visitors will have the opportunity to experience an immersive, 3-D theatrical video performance bringing to life the Battle of Honey Springs. Additionally, guests can explore the new east gallery exhibit hall featuring 14 audio players with recordings from first-hand, writ- ten accounts of soldiers who fought at the Battle of Honey Springs, as well as exhibits highlighting firearms, ammunition and artillery used in the battle. There also will be outdoor education stations surrounding the visitor center with living history demonstrations of Civil War military drills, artillery practices and civilian life throughout the day. A ribbon cutting and guest speakers will commemorate the special day.
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October 27, 2022
Honey Springs Visitor Center grand opening Nov. 5