Forest Heritage Center

The Forest Heritage Center in Beavers Bend State Park, now known as "The Wood Art Capital of Oklahoma," is a museum-in-the-round and features unique displays and large dioramas painted by Smokey Bear artist, Harry Rossoll.  These dioramas tell the story of prehistoric forests, Caddo Indians, paper-making in the South, 1940s lumbering and forest appreciation.  Each diorama is accompanied by a taped narration.  Visitors to the Forest Heritage Center will discover unique wood art, historical documents, antique forestry tools, homestead memorabilia and a research library filled with books, periodicals and other materials pertaining to forestry.

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• Facility Amenities: ADA Compliant, Credit Cards Accepted, Gift Shop, Handicapped Parking, Meeting Space Available

• General Information: Free admission

• Group Amenities: Accommodates Tour Groups, Bus/Motorcoach Parking, Tour Group Welcome Reception

• Tour Information: Customized tours, Group Tours, Guided Tours, Self-guided tours

While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the pricing listed above, prices are subject to change without notice.

Take Hwy 259 north of Broken Bow for approx 7 miles, then turn into Beavers Bend State Park entrance on Hwy 259A and go 4 miles to museum.

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