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August Lunch & Learn –with Tad Jones.
August 14 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
The Bartlesville Area History Museum is excited to announce our August “Lunch and Learn” event will feature guest speaker, former State representative and Will Rogers Memorial Museum Director, Tad Jones!
Jones, became the 6th Executive Director of the Will Rogers Memorial Museum and is currently working on a multi-million dollar renovation and rebranding of the Museum. The Will Rogers Memorial Museum in Claremore, is a testament to the life and legacy of the famous American author and adventurer. As the Executive Director, Jones has been instrumental in preserving and sharing the life of Will Rogers for future generations.
In honor of National Aviation Day and the 90th year anniversary of the deadly plane crash that claimed the lives of famous aviator Wiley Post and Will Rogers, Tad will discuss the life of Will Rogers and path that led to his untimely death.
This event will be held Thursday, August 14th, from 12:00 p.m. – 1 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to enjoy the museum’s newest exhibit “Legacy of Structures and Architecture That Shaped Us” on display from July 7th through October 7th. Tables and chairs will be set up for people who bring a lunch, and little ones may enjoy our history of architecture coloring station and games!