If you're looking for culture, you've found it. Lawton - Fort Sill is considered to be one of the most culturally diversified communities in the United States. The area is home to several museums and countless cultural, arts and humanities organizations. Best Western Lawton Oklahoma.
Things to do in Lawton
Holy City of the Wichitas
This 66-acre site located in the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge area looks much like Israel during Biblical times, and is the site of the nation's longest running Easter passion play. Other attractions include a memorial for the victims of the Oklahoma City bombing, a Veterans Walkway, and the World Chapel, which has become a popular wedding locale. Call 580-429-3361 for more information.
Lake Ellsworth
Fishing, hunting, water recreation, camping, off-road vehicles can all be found here. Additional facilities include a marina and heated fishing dock. Shoreline length is 43 miles. Located on Hwy 81 N. Call 580-581-3400 for more information.
Lake Lawtonka
Fed by streams from the Wichita Mountains this lake is great for swimming, boating, and a variety of water sports. Overnight campsites and picnic facilities are available. Located north of Lawton. Call 580-581-3400 for more information.
Lawton Community Theatre
This is the oldest performing arts institution in southwest Oklahoma. Each season they produce five plays and musicals, as well as children's productions and various workshops for both children and adults. Located at the John Denney Playhouse. Call 580-355-1600 for more information.
Little Chapel
Built in 1902 this carefully restored Gothic Revival Church is believed to be Lawton's oldest building, and is now a wedding chapel and meeting facility. Located at 716 SW D in Lawton. Call 580-355-3541 for more information.
Mattie Beal Home
This 14-room home is a Greek Revival style mansion constructed in 1909 that features lavish woodwork and stained glass. It sits on a portion of the 160 acres selected by Mattie Beal when her name was drawn in the 1901 Oklahoma Territory Land Lottery. Located at 1006 SW 5th. Call 580-678-3156 for more information.
Museum of the Great Plains
The museum features special collections and its exhibits spotlight the cultural and natural history of the Great Plains of North America. Located at 601 NW Ferris Ave in Lawton. Call 580-581-3460 for more information.
Percussive Arts Society Museum
Houses unique displays of percussion instruments from around the world. Visitors can trace the history of drumming and view ethnic instruments that reflect the diversity of percussion. One-of-a-kind instruments such as Musser's Celestaphone, tie science and music together in an astounding way. Experiment with the sounds of percussion at the hands-on exhibit and purchase mementos from the museum souvenir shop. Call 580-353-1455 for more information.
701 NW Ferris Ave, Lawton, OK
Quanah Parker Lake
Facilities at this lake include electrical hookups, picnic area and grills, restrooms, playground and group shelter, hiking trail, and handicap equipped nature trail. Lake offers 96 surface acres and 3 miles of shoreline, and allows hand-powered boats only or electric trolling motors on boats 14' or less. Located on the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. Fee for camping. Call 580-429-3222 for more information.
Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge & Visitor's Center
This 59,000 plus acre national refuge is home to free range buffalo, Texas longhorn cattle, prairie dogs, elk and deer. There is also incredible scenery and views for hikers and photographers. Recreation opportunities include mountain biking, rock climbing, rappelling, approximately 15 miles of hiking trails, campsites, picnic areas, and fishing. Located at highway 115 & 49 Junction. Call 580-429-3221 for more information.