Quapaw Tribal History - Homegrown History Conference @MPL

Mon Feb 23 2026 at 05:30 pm to 06:30 pm UTC-06:00

200 N Main St, Miami, OK, United States, Oklahoma 74354 | Miami

Miami Public Library
Publisher/HostMiami Public Library
Quapaw Tribal History - Homegrown History Conference @MPL
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Join us at the Miami Public Library for Quapaw Tribal History with a speaker from the tribe!
Seating is limited—once the room reaches capacity, no additional guests can be admitted.
Food will be available while supplies last.
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Join us for the first-ever Homegrown History Conference!
This week-long event features a series of lectures exploring the rich and diverse history of Ottawa County and Oklahoma. Whether you’re a lifelong resident or simply curious about the area’s past, there’s something for everyone to discover!
Conference Schedule:
Day 1 – Monday, Feb. 23, 2026: Indigenous Roots and the Early Settlement of Ottawa County
Day 2 – Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026: The Rise of Industry and Its Environmental & Social Impacts
Day 3 – Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026: Ottawa County in World War II
Day 4 – Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026: Everyday Lives, Stories, and Cultures of Ottawa County Residents
Day 5 – Friday, Feb. 27, 2026: Preservation, Public History, and Honoring the Past
Day 6 – Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026: History Week Wrap-Up: Recording Oral Histories from Local Residents for Our Online Collection
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