Oklahoma City National Memorial
Designation: National Memorial
Location: Oklahoma
📘 Park Overview
The outdoor symbolic memorial is a place of quiet reflection, honoring victims, survivors, rescuers, and all who were changed forever on April 19, 1995. It encompasses the now sacred soil where the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building once stood, capturing and preserving forever the place and events that changed the world.
🌤 Weather Information
Summers are very warm with temperatures averaging mid-high 90’s. Also, be mindful of the heat index. Spring weather brings mild temperatures, 60’s-70’s, but the ability to produce severe storms that could include heavy rains, strong winds, hail, and tornadoes. While winters are generally mild delivering temperatures in the 30’s and 40’s, the wind chill can be brutal. No matter the season you are planning to visit, be prepared for the winds to be gusting.
🚗 Directions
The Memorial & Museum are located at 6th St. and Harvey Ave in Oklahoma City, OK.
Images
This area provides letter shaped chalkboards to allow the continued emotional expressions from those young and old. A surrounding wall displays a collection of painted tiles sent by schools, showing their compassion for the bombing-affected community
Credit: NPS photo
This 200 foot section of chain link fence was taken from the original barrier surrounding the bombing site. The fence served as the first spontaneous memorial and a location for people to leave tokens of collective grief. It retains this purpose still to
Credit: NPS photo
Beat the summer heat, on an evening stroll through the illuminated Field of Empty Chairs, the Gates of Time, and the Survivor Tree. All walkways are brightened to allow enjoyment of this peaceful time of day.
Credit: NPS photo
The Memorial becomes a silent place during the rare winter snow storms that blow through. The cold and quiet house a stillness made for reflection as one walks through the Field of Empty Chairs.
Credit: NPS photo
This Chinese Pastiche is located in the small orchard that was planted in recognition of the over 12,000 rescue workers who responded to the bombing. Its vibrant hues draw attention to the tremendous work these heroes accomplished.
Credit: NPS photo
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Entrance Fees
No entrance fees listed.
Entrance Passes
No entrance passes listed.
3-Day Weather Forecast
Friday, Feb 27
Sunny
High: 85.3°F | Low: 41.4°F
Humidity: 30%
Wind: 10.3 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 1
Sunrise: 07:02 AM
Sunset: 06:23 PM
Moon: Waxing Gibbous (77%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 48.2°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Saturday, Feb 28
Moderate rain
High: 78.6°F | Low: 55°F
Humidity: 49%
Wind: 20.1 mph
Rain Chance: 83%
UV Index: 1
Sunrise: 07:01 AM
Sunset: 06:24 PM
Moon: Waxing Gibbous (86%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 55.9°F
Cloud Cover: 83%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Sunday, Mar 1
Heavy rain
High: 56.3°F | Low: 48.2°F
Humidity: 82%
Wind: 21 mph
Rain Chance: 88%
UV Index: 0.1
Sunrise: 07:00 AM
Sunset: 06:25 PM
Moon: Waxing Gibbous (93%)
Visibility: 5 mi
Dew Point: 50.9°F
Cloud Cover: 88%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Park Alerts
Park Events
Christmas Day Closure
Location: Oklahoma City National Memorial
Date: Dec 25, 2016 12:00am to Dec 25, 2016 12:00am
Paid Event
New Year's Day Closure
The Memorial Museum will be closed New Year's Day. There will be no National Park Service Rangers at the Outdoor Symbolic Memorial. The Outdoor Symbolic Memorial will still be open and accessible to the public.
Location: Oklahoma City National Memorial
Date: Jan 1, 2017 12:00am to Jan 1, 2017 12:00am
Paid Event
Visitor Center & Contacts
📍 Physical Address:
Oklahoma City National Memorial
620 N. Harvey Ave.
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
🏤 Mailing Address:
Oklahoma City National Memorial NPS Office
301 NW 6th Street, Suite 305
Oklahoma City, OK 73102-0676
📞 Voice Phone: 4056098859
✉️ Email: OKCI_superintendent@nps.gov