Automobiles in Stillwater

March 7, 2019

Story by Jorge Luis Chavez, OSU History Student and Stillwater History Museum Intern In 1904 the first fully-operational automobile was showcased at the Stillwater County Fair.  On that day, the citizens of Stillwater began their […]

How Dry Was It? Prohibition in Stillwater

September 14, 2017

Story and images provided by Amy Loch, Sheerar Museum of Stillwater History Director When you hear the word prohibition, most people imagine the roaring 20s filled with bootleg liquor and social excess, but not all […]

Be a Tourist in Your Own Community: A Fresh Look at the National Wrestling Hall of Fame

January 18, 2017

Story and photos provided by Visit Stillwater with permission from Nedra McDaniel Last year we launched the series “Be a Tourist in Your Own Community” highlighting tips and suggestions about experiencing unique events and attractions […]

Mystery at the Museum or “The Case of the Anonymous Doorstep Donation”

May 26, 2016

By Brandon Neal Jones, Registrar and Ammie Bryant, Museum Director The Sheerar Museum of Stillwater History is truly grateful for every donation that furthers the mission of preserving Stillwater’s history, but donating to a museum […]