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Join us as we reflect on the past, present and future of the Civil Rights Movement in Oklahoma. Operator of the Clara Luper Civil Rights Center.

10/23/2026

Join the Freedom Center Community Archives Processing Intern Maya Williams-Fuhara to learn more about how the archives team prepared Karen Wallace-Douglas' 1995 Miss Black America gown for display.

Visit Inside These Walls: The History of the Freedom Center to experience the story that lived—and still lives—within these walls.

This program is funded in part by Oklahoma Humanities (OH) and the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in the program do not necessarily represent those of OH or NEH.

10/07/2026

Have you registered to vote? The deadline to register to vote in the Oklahoma General Election is Friday, October 9, 2026

You can register to vote online, by mail, or in person to participate in the upcoming Oklahoma General Election, regardless of your party affiliation.

Early voting will take place from October 28-31, 2026:
October 28th & 30th: 8am - 6pm
October 31st: 8am - 2pm

General Election day is November 3, 2026:
Polls are open from 7am - 7pm.

Your vote matters.

Visit OK Voter Portal to view sample ballots, locate your polling place and make a plan to vote.

09/29/2026

On September 29, 1948, George W. McLaurin filed a suit against the University of Oklahoma after being denied admission to its graduate program in education solely because of his race.

Although McLaurin was allowed to attend the program, it was on a segregated basis. The fight continued until 1950, when the Supreme Court ruled that the university's segregation policy was unconstitutional because it violated his 14th Amendment right to equal protection under the law.

This case helped lay the groundwork for the fight for equal access to education in the United States.

09/22/2026

This Hispanic Heritage Month, the Freedom Center of OKC, would like to recognize Rosa Quiroga King, Delores Huerta and Arturo Alfonso Schomburg.

The legacy of these phenomenal Hispanic Americans continues to inspire generations of leaders through continued publication, advocacy and the preservation of history for their cultures and communities.

09/21/2026

Today is the International Day of Peace, a day dedicated to commemorating and strengthening the ideals of peace both within and among all nations and peoples.

Learn more about this years theme "Invest in Peace" and methods you can use to invest in peace by supporting others in need.

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09/15/2026

Today is National Voter Registration Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness of voter registration opportunities.

Our Voter Resource Guide seeks to help Oklahomans:
•Learn more about National Voter Registration Day
•Register to Vote
•Make a Plan to vote
•Empower their community to vote

If you or anyone you know provides voter resources, please share your contact information with us at [email protected]

National Voter Registration Day Embark Oklahoma State Election Board Metro Library

09/07/2026

“The ultimately measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy. The true neighbor will risk his position, his prestige and even his life for the welfare of others” -Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

The Freedom Center of Oklahoma City will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026 to observe labor Day.

Normal operational hours will resume on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

Monday–Friday from 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday by appointment only

08/28/2026

Today marks the 63rd anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.

The historic march was held on August 28, 1963, to fight for racial and economic equality in the United States. It was also the event where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his famous “I Have a Dream” speech to more than a quarter million attendees.

The historic event was attended by Clara Luper and members of the Oklahoma City NAACP Youth Council, who chartered two buses from Douglass High School in Oklahoma City, OK to attend the march in Washington, DC.

Address

2609 N Martin Luther King Avenue
Oklahoma City, OK
73111

Website

http://freedomcenterokc.org/, https://freedom-center-of-oklahoma-city-llc.raiselysite.com/

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