“To the courageous and caring who responded from near and far, we offer our eternal gratitude …”
These words are inscribed around the Survivor Tree in the Outdoor Symbolic Memorial, recognizing those who stepped forward in the immediate response to April 19, 1995.
The actions of first responders and so many others in those first hours and days helped shape what would come to be known as the #OklahomaStandard, defined by Service, Honor and Kindness.
The Memorial Museum takes visitors all the way through the investigation that followed the bombing.
You’ll see how evidence was gathered, how agencies worked together and how a case was built to identify those responsible and hold them accountable.
From the crime scene to the courtroom, you’ll get a closer look at the process and the people involved in the pursuit of justice in the years that followed.
The Museum is open 9am-5pm Monday through Saturday and 12pm-5pm on Sundays, with the last ticket sold at 4pm. Get tickets at the link in our bio.
This Saturday, May 16, all active-duty military receive free admission to the Memorial Museum in recognition of Armed Forces Day.
We’re grateful for those who continue to answer the call to serve at home, abroad and in moments of crisis. Just show your military ID at the ticketing desk for complimentary entry!
We were glad to welcome the Oklahoma House of Representatives Page Program to the Memorial Museum today. This group of teenagers toured the Memorial and Museum before getting to experience our #JourneyofHope and learn how to incorporate #BetterConversations in their lives.
During #NationalPoliceWeek, we recognize the officers who served in the immediate response to April 19, 1995, and those who continue that commitment today.
In the hours that followed the bombing and the days that came after, law enforcement played a critical role alongside fellow first responders, helping our community begin to move forward.
Their presence then, and the work carried out since, reflects a continued dedication to protecting others and serving with purpose.
This Mother’s Day we’re reminded of Renee Moore, whose son, Antonio Ansara Cooper Jr. was killed while attending the America’s Kids Daycare on the second floor of the Alfred P. Murrah Building.
In April 1995, Antonio was six months old and learning how to crawl. His family remembers him as a happy baby who loved to laugh and watch his mom dance.
In January 2000, Renee left this poster containing a photo of her and Antonio on the Fence. #FromTheArchives
High school students across Oklahoma are invited to apply for the Memorial Museum’s 2026 Teen Board.
This program brings students to the Memorial Museum each month to take part in leadership training tied to the lessons of April 19, 1995, and build skills they can carry back to their schools and communities.
Teen Board members also become trained facilitators for #BetterConversations and help share the values of the #OklahomaStandard — Service, Honor and Kindness.
Participation is free, but selection is competitive! Applications are due June 8. Head to our website to learn more and apply.
UPDATE: To give teachers more time to write recommendations, the deadline to apply for the Memorial Museum’s 2026 Teen Board has been extended to June 8.
High school students across Oklahoma can apply to take part in a program that meets monthly at the Museum, offering leadership development, opportunities to hear from those connected to the Memorial and skills they can bring back to their schools.
Teen Board members also become trained facilitators for #BetterConversations and help carry the values of the #OklahomaStandard — Service, Honor and Kindness — into their own communities.
Participation is free, but selection is competitive. Learn more and apply at the link in our bio!
#JourneyOfHope Phase II wrapped up the semester in Carter County with a stop at Plainview High School.
Throughout the day, 79 students took part in #BetterConversations centered on listening, disagreement and the impact our words and actions can have on others.
They spoke about staying open to different perspectives, thinking before speaking and how personal growth can positively affect the people around them. Those discussions reflected many of the values behind the #OklahomaStandard.
That’s a wrap on Journey of Hope for the spring! We’ll be back on the road again this fall.
UPDATE: We have reached capacity for this event!
#BetterConversations returns on Wednesday, May 20 with a special edition featuring a screening of @espn 's E60: The Oklahoma Standard, followed by a discussion with the filmmakers.
This documentary explores the connection between the @okcthunder , the Oklahoma City bombing and the response that followed, highlighting how a community came together through Service, Honor and Kindness.
Following the screening, Kari Watkins, President & CEO of the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum, will moderate a panel with ESPN Senior Writer Baxter Holmes, Director David Seronick and special guests.
Doors open at 11:00am with complimentary boxed lunches provided for registered attendees. The film begins at 11:35am and the program concludes at 1:00pm. Space is limited and registration is required.
Visit our website to reserve your seat.
This Sunday, May 10, all moms receive FREE admission to the Memorial Museum with a paid ticket.
Take time to visit together and experience the resilience and tenderness of the response to the Oklahoma City bombing and the lessons that continue to guide us today.
The Museum will be open 9am-5pm, with the last ticket sold at 4pm. Reserve your tickets in advance at MemorialMuseum.com. #BeTheLight
What did the world see in the moments after the bombing?
Chapter 5 of the Memorial Museum puts visitors inside the fast-moving news coverage that followed April 19, 1995. Through firsthand accounts and oral histories, journalists share what it was like to report as events unfolded in real time.
It’s a powerful look at how the story reached people across the country and around the world.
Experience it for yourself when you visit the Museum. Plan your trip and get tickets at the link in our bio.
