BASS REEVES WESTERN HISTORY CELEBRATION
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Register today for the 15th annual
Bass Reeves Western History Conference Celebration!
June 27 & 28th, 2025

Bring the family!
(Each Adult must register)


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Visit the "More" section to make your nomination for the Bass Reeves Legacy of Justice Award
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Legacy Keepers R Us are dedicated to preserving heritage in an informative and entertaining format for the next generations to explore. Notable people, places and events are highlighted.

Bass Reeves Statue

PictureThe Bass Reeves statue was dedicated on January 11, 2025, in thanks to the Muskogee Area Art's Council and many donors.

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Oscar and Shiron Butterfly Ray aka..."Bass and Winnie Reeves" or "Rufus Cannon and Jennie Reeves"
Thank You to all who have attended the conference in the past. We appreciate you and are happy for you to return for our 15th Celebration!
Join us and be immersed in the world of Bass Reeves. This two-day conference is packed with fun, adventure, prizes, education, great food and some character's too!
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If you would like to Volunteer or participate in a Re-enacting part, please let us know at (918) 686-6624.
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You must call directly to 918-910-5444 and ask for the Three Rivers Museum discount. This discount is only available for the BRHWC guests.

The history of the Old West in the Indian Territories is a unique and vibrant tapestry that connects the four corners of America, unlike any other place during this exciting time. Our goal is to reveal the untold stories from that era, showcasing the contributions of the brave men and women who lived through it, especially those whose exploits have been overlooked and remain hidden. We aim to highlight the efforts of those who fought to demonstrate courage, honor, and a commitment to justice for all. These individuals crossed social and racial barriers to serve a greater purpose in the face of tremendous odds.

Bass Reeves epitomizes the courage, commitment, and integrity required for such efforts, but he was not alone. While we seek to spotlight the life of U.S. Deputy Marshal Bass Reeves, we recognize that his full story cannot be told without sharing and examining the lives of many heroes and outlaws of his time. These individuals dedicated themselves fully to law and justice. They left an incredible mark that continues to impact us all today.

These untold stories possess the power to connect Americans to our national pride, compassion, and shared humanity. 

PictureSelect programming is funded in part by the Muskogee Tourism Authority dba Visit Muskogee.
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Established as the only Martin Luther King Center in the state of Oklahoma, the MLK Center in Muskogee plays a vital role in preserving and promoting the ideals and principles championed by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The center serves as a hub for education, community engagement, and social justice initiatives, embodying the spirit of Dr. King's vision for a more just and equitable society.
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Visit the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame while you are in town! They are temporarily located inside the Muskogee Civic Center while their building is receiving a whole upgrade.

Bass Reeves Legacy Troupe
Bass Reeves Interactive Tour

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Legacy Troupe 2018
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The Indian Territory Pistoliers are an Old West re-enactment group based out of Fort Smith, Arkansas. From their pistols all the way to the poker chips and other props that are used, the group is known for creating authentic experiences that allow an audience to truly go back in time to a day when Judge Isaac C. Parker and his deputy U.S. Marshals faced off against some of the most infamous outlaws of the American West.

PictureAn event by Three Rivers Museum of Muskogee, Oklahoma
Three Rivers Museum
220 Elgin street
Muskogee, OK 74401
918-686-6624
www.3riversmuseum.com






Disclaimer: By registering and/or attending the Bass Reeves Western History Conference you agree to release from liabilities the Three Rivers Museum, the Roxy Theater, The Muscogee Creek Nation, the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame, the City of Muskogee, the City of Fort Gibson, all participating entities including/but not limited to sponsors, donators, businesses, hotels, vehicles, roadways, sidewalks, walk ramps in/around Muskogee, Fort Gibson, Oklahoma and you agree to hold harmless all said and unsaid entities that participate in the Bass Reeves Western History Conference, of all injury(s), death(s), or damage(s) to your person or property stemming from your presence at the Bass Reeves Western History Conference.
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(c) 2025 Three Rivers Museum 
  • Home
  • Registration Info & Form
  • About Bass Reeves
  • Conference Schedule
  • Bass Reeves Interactive Tour
  • Authors Page
  • Memorial Celebration
  • Speakers Page
  • BR Legacy of Justice Award Nomination Form