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Oklahoma City National Memorial

The bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building on April 19, 1995, killed 168 people, including 19 children, and injured more than 650. The memorial is a public/private partnership erected so that the American public can honor the memory of the victims, their families, the survivors, and their rescuers.
 

Activities

Allow at least one hour to visit the memorial grounds, ask questions, and attend any ranger talks offered.

If time allows, be sure to visit the memorial museum to learn more.


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Memorial Museum

Immediately adjacent the Outdoor Symbolic Memorial is the Oklahoma City National Memorial Museum. The museum is dedicated to educating visitors about the impact of violence, informing about events surrounding the bombing, and inspiring hope and healing through lessons learned by those affected.


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Be a Junior Ranger

The Junior Ranger program helps children make a special connection with the Memorial. This activity is designed to help participating children feel a sense of hope and encouragement. Children learn through the program that many came together after the bombing to help overcome evil by committing acts of kindness and public service.


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PO Box 676
Oklahoma City, OK 73101

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Visitor Information
(405) 609-8855

Fax

(405) 609-8863

Climate

The average annual temperature is 60 degrees with an average rainfall of 33.36 inches and an average snowfall of 9 inches per year. Coldest months are January thru March and the hottest month are July and August, with high humidity as well.
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The 9:01 gate reflected in the pool

Did You Know?
The reflecting pool at the Oklahoma City National Memorial represents those changed forever by the bombing. It occupies the site of N.W. Fifth Street and recycles 25,700 gallons of water a day, including rain water.
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Last Updated: July 29, 2010 at 15:03 MST