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.
Photo: NPS photo
Oklahoma City National Memorial
The outdoor symbolic memorial is a place of quiet reflection, honoring victims, survivors, rescuers, and all who were changed forever on April 19, 1995.
- LocationOklahoma City, OK
- Entrance $18 timed entry reservation - location
- HoursOpen 24 hours, daily
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Weather now76°F Patchy rain nearby
- Alerts 1 active alert
Overview
Topics
- Monuments and Memorials
- Murders
- Tragic Events
Alerts (1)
InformationMuseum to Remain Open During Construction The Oklahoma City National Memorial Museum, Outdoor Symbolic Memorial, and Book Store will remain open during the constr… Read more
The Oklahoma City National Memorial Museum, Outdoor Symbolic Memorial, and Book Store will remain open during the construction of Foreward - a new Chapter of the museum. Visitors will enter through a new entrance on the southwest corner of the building. A temporary Visitor Experience Center has been placed near the museum for visitors to purchase tickets and browse Memorial merchandise. For more information on Foreward, please visit http://www.memorialmuseum.com.
Things to Do
3 activities. Pick one to find other parks that offer it.
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Open 24 hours, daily · Oklahoma City National Memorial: Outdoor Symbolic Memorial
Hours by area (2)
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Oklahoma City National Memorial: Outdoor Symbolic MemorialOpen 24 hours, daily
The Outdoor Symbolic Memorial is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, all year long.
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The Oklahoma City National Memorial MuseumToday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Please visit www.memorialmuseum.org for hours of operation and to purchase tickets.
Monday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Tuesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Wednesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Thursday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Saturday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Sunday 12:00PM - 5:00PM
Entrance fees
- $18Timed Entry Reservation - Location
Fee details
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Timed Entry Reservation - Location$18
Ticket prices are $18 for Adults, $16 for Seniors 62+, $16 for Military with ID, and $15 for Students (Age 6 through college with ID). Children 5 and under are free. Group Rates are available. Free parking in Memorial garage with admission. Ticket sales end one hour before close.
Weather
76°F
Patchy rain nearby · feels like 75°
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Today
86° 68°
Patchy rain nearby87% rain
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Tomorrow
73° 59°
Patchy rain nearby42% rain
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Saturday
73° 58°
Overcast18% rain
Updated 3 hr ago
WeatherFlood Watch Details
Flood Watch issued October 1 at 5:19AM CDT until October 1 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.
* WHERE...Portions of Oklahoma, including the following counties,
Atoka, Bryan, Carter, Cleveland, Coal, Garvin, Hughes, Jefferson,
Johnston, Lincoln, Love, Marshall, McClain, Murray, Oklahoma,
Pontotoc, Pottawatomie, Seminole and Stephens and northern Texas,
including the following counties, Archer and Clay.
* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Thunderstorms producing heavy rainfall will continue across the
area this morning. Additional rainfall totals of up to 2-4 inches
remain possible, especially across portions of southeastern
Oklahoma.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to expect by season
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.
Contact the park
Upcoming Events
2 coming up-
Christmas Day Closure
About
The Memorial Museum will be closed Christmas Day. There will be no National Park Service Rangers at the Outdoor Symbolic Memmorial. The Outdoor Symbolic Memorial will still be open and accessible to the public. -
New Year's Day Closure
About
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.
Photos
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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. — NPS photo -
Getting There
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
The Memorial & Museum are located at 6th St. and Harvey Ave in Oklahoma City, OK.
Mailing address: Oklahoma City National Memorial NPS Office, Oklahoma City, OK 73102-0676
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