Located 90 miles south of Tulsa and 120 miles southeast of Oklahoma City, McAlester is one of the state's oldest communities. Abundant coal deposits discovered in the late 1800s brought an influx of immigrants, particularly Italians, to work the deep mines. Best Western McAlester Oklahoma.
Things to do in McAlester
Ardeneum of Oklahoma
Combines the qualities of garden and museum. See the complete collection of the University of Oklahoma literary journals, other rare antiques and records. Free Admission and open by appointment only. Call 918-423-8555 for more information.
501 N. 5th, McAlester, OK 12345
Chadick Park
Located between South Third and Sixth Streets. The park includes state-of-the-art playground equipment, picnic shelters and large open areas to play ball in or just run. Chadick Park also includes the Pioneer Coal Miner Memorial, the Carl Albert statue, the Pittsburg County War Memorial and the God's Little Angel Memorial.
International Order of Rainbow Girls Temple
The Temple houses the memorabilia of Rainbow founder Reverend W. Mark Sexson. Unique gifts from around the world are on display here. Free Admission and tours are by appointment only. Call 918-423-1328 for more information.
315 E Carl Albert Pkwy., McAlester, OK 12345
Lake Eufaula
Lake Eufaula, Oklahoma's largest lake covering 102,000 acres and 600 miles of shoreline, is located between Muskogee and McAlester and to the south of I-40. Activities include boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, hunting, golfing, horseback riding, and picnicking. A well-known tournament lake, Lake Eufaula draws anglers from across the US to test their skills at catching largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, Kentucky bass, crappie, catfish, sandbass, stripers (below the dam), and other species. Call 918-689-7751 for more information.
Lake McAlester
Facilities include boat ramps, boat docks, fishing dock, campsites, picnic areas, grills, restrooms, play ground and group shelter. The shoreline length is 20 miles. Located west of town. Call 918-423 9300 for more information.
McAlester Building Foundation, Inc
Themed rooms and displays are housed in an old high school. You will find displays featuring Indian history, coal mining and the military hall of fame. Open Monday - Friday 9am - noon. Call 918-423-3579 for more information.
220 E. Adams., McAlester, OK 12345
Oklahoma Prisons Historical Museum
The States only Museum about the history of prisons in Oklahoma. You will find numerous historical photos, equipment, and related items. Fri 10am-4pm, or by appointment Mon-Thu for groups of 6 or more. Call 918-423-4700 for more information.
Oklahoma State Penitentiary., McAlester, OK 12345
Oklahoma Trolley Museum
A unique display of restored trolley cars dating from 1907-1933 can be seen here. These trolley cars are from the McAlester's Street Car line. They may be viewed by appointment only. Call 918-423-2446 for more information.
21 E. Monroe., McAlester, OK 12345
Pioneer Coal Miner Memorial
This Memorial documents the impact of the coal mining industry in early Pittsburg County and honors the miners who lost their lives. Coal Miners Wall of Memories can be viewed. Open Daily. Call 918-423-2550 for more information.
400 South 3rd., McAlester, OK 12345
Pittsburg County Genealogical & Historical Society Museum
This Museum offers a research and genealogical library, the Dawes Indian Rolls, mining and Indian artifacts. Open Mon - Fri 9am - 3pm. Call 918-426-0388 for more information.
113 E. Carl Albert Pkwy., McAlester, OK 12345
Scottish Rite Masonic Center
The lavish architecture of this Center houses a library/museum, costume room, 1930 custom-built Kimball organ with over 3,100 pipes. It is reputed to be the largest Masonic temple in the State. Free Admission. Open Mon-Fri 9am-noon and 1-5pm. Call 918-423-6360 for more information.
305 North 2nd., McAlester, OK 12345
Tannehill Museum
Lots to see here! A firearms collection; Oklahoma State Penitentiary items, dolls, Coca Cola items, antique tools and Civil War documents. Viewed by appointment only. Call 918-423-5953 for more information.
500 W Stonewall., McAlester, OK 12345
Thunder Creek Golf Course
Course offers 18 holes with driving range, putting green, pro shop and snack bar. Call 918-423-5799 for more information.