When you think of the pioneer woman, you probably think of the talented and popular cook. However, long before the time of television and fast communication, a hardworking woman named Mabelle Kennedy would soon become known as the pioneer woman of her time. In 1891, long before Oklahoma became a state, Mabelle and her family […]
“Exciting, Energetic, Inspiring, Legendary, Ballerina TallChief Sisters” These two Native American women paved the way during a time in America’s most trying years of prejudice against women. Elizabeth Marie (Maria) TallChief, born January 24, 1925, in Fairfax, Oklahoma, was a daughter to Alexander Joseph Tall Chief and Ruth (nee Porter). She was the first American […]
First Female Osage Marine Born July 11, 1923 in Wynona, Oklahoma, Died June 13, 2001 First lady Eleanor Roosevelt helped change the law so all women, including Native Americans, could serve in the World War II war effort. In a time of America when women were expected to be in the kitchen with their aprons […]
Born November 21, 1887, near Pawhuska, Osage Reservation, Died June 7, 1942, Battle of the Midway WWII, Pacific Ocean Clarence Leonard Tinker was the eldest son of George Edward Tinker and Sarah (Schwagerte) Tinker. He was raised Osage and spoke the Osage language and grew to be the highest ranking Native American officer during WWII. […]
Born June 13, 1918 at Foraker, Oklahoma / Died April 8, 1996 at Mesa, Arizona WWI was drawing to a close at the worst of times for America when the Spanish Flu epidemic of 1918 had killed an estimated 50 million people worldwide. It was about this time on June 13, 1918, that 16-year-old Ollie […]
The Bandit Who Wouldn’t Give Up Stranger than all other crime tales is the tale of Elmer McCurdy. Deep in the heart of the Osage Hills, just over 100 years ago, one cold autumn morning in October, 1911, Elmer robbed the Katy (M-K-T) Train, at gunpoint, near Okesa, Oklahoma. Believing he was going to become […]
The Man Who Returned from the Grave John Stink was an Osage Indian and a member of the Thunder Clan. His real name was Ho-Tah-Moie (Rolling Thunder). John turned away from civilization and lived a life alone in the Osage Hills. Born in Kansas, he moved to the Osage Reservation with his people in 1872. […]
Pawhuska is located in central Osage County and is the county’s seat and largest community. The town began in 1872 when Osage Agent Isaac T. Gibson established the Osage Agency on Bird Creek in what was then, Indian Territory. The settlement was named in honor of Pa-hu-scah (White Hair), a chief of the Osage Tribe. […]
ROAMING the OSAGE Join us as we roam in and around Pawhuska enjoying views of the Osage Hills, Tallgrass Prairie, Drummond Ranch and Much More! We will take you back in time to the 1920’s oil boom with stories of riches, historical buildings, famous cowboys and the Reign of Terror (Osage Murders). Discover why we […]
A boutique owned by sisters Beverly Moore & Debbie Salerno. They have a wide selection of kitchen items, T-shirts, clothing, gift items for baby, home decor, & tasty food items that are easy to prepare. Their selection of jewelry includes Brighton, Rustic Cuff, & many one-of-a kind items. They worked with artists to create unique […]