Welcome to the Arkansas River Historical Society

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Welcome to theArkansas River Historical Society
The Arkansas River Historical Society seeks to
preserve history and insure public awareness of
the Arkansas River and the development of its
basin. Through the acquisition, research,
interpretation, and display of artifacts, and the
development of educational programs, the
contribution of the river to the future will be
secured by the preservation of its past.
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The Arkansas River Historical Society Museum is
located in the City of Tulsa Rogers County Port
Authority Building at the Tulsa Port of Catoosa
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The Museum Entrance is in the Port Authority
Lobby.
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Historical Displays tell the story of the river
and the navigation system.
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The many benefits of the waterway are emphasized
in graphic displays.
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There is a working model of a lock dam.
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Exhibits include an overview of the steamboat era
and models of modern ocean-going vessels.
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A lobby aerial photo of the Port provides a
starting reference for driving tours.
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Another goal of the Historical Society is to
honor those who did so much to make this
navigation system a reality. This is also
achieved by our annual Arkansas River Hall of
Fame awards.
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Each year we provide educational tours for
thousands of students and adults.
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In 2004 a small park and picnic area was created
for the convenience of individuals and tour
groups.
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The Historical Society is the source of exhibits
at the visitors center at Lock Dam 18.
We also have a traveling exhibit we take to
conferences, schools, and international cultural
events.
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The Charley Border was the Ports chief workboat
for nearly 30 years.
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In 2004 it was moved from the channel to dry-dock
in preparation for its new career.
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In 2006, after renovation, it was moved to the
educational center site.
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It will become the focal point of a new Maritime
Educational Center.
Charley Border Towboat Exhibit and Educational
Center complex.
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Please visit soon! Our hours are 800 430 Mond
ay through Friday. We are closed on weekends and
major holidays. If you wish to arrange a group to
ur, please telephone [phone] or send an
E-mail to museum_at_tulsaport.com