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First Families of Oklahoma, 1907–2007 Premiered on February 13 Vol. 38, No. 3 Published monthly by the Oklahoma Historical Society, serving since 1893 March 2007 Inspired to Lead: First Families of Oklahoma, 1907–2007 premiered on February 13 7 living governors honored at historic event at History Center On the evening of February 13, 2007, a throng of more than one thousand OHS members, donors, elected and appointed officials, and guests braved the bitterly cold weather to pack the Oklahoma History Center’s Atrium for ceremonies to open the Centennial exhibit Inspired to Lead: First Families of Oklahoma, 1907–2007. All seven of Oklahoma’s living governors gathered with their wives and the OHS Board of Directors to inaugurate the new exhibit, which is on display in the Gaylord Gallery. The event was truly a once-in-a-lifetime historic experience for those in attendance, and the excite- ment was infectious. At approximately 7 p.m. the ceremony began. After opening remarks by OHS Executive Director Dr. Bob L. Blackburn, a U.S. Navy Honor Guard presented the colors. Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper Stan Oklahoma’s seven living governors: David Walters, David Boren, George Nigh, McConnell rendered what one guest described as Brad Henry, David Hall, Henry Bellmon, and Frank Keating (T. Zinn photo). “probably the best a capella interpretation of ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’ ever heard in the Capitol District.” Then came a processional that wound its way from When told that he was a self-made man, Governor an anteroom into the Atrium as Blackburn intro- Robert S. Kerr replied, “No, I am a wife-made man.” duced each living governor, in order of service. An Honor Guard of OHP troopers escorted the governors and their wives, who often stopped to greet friends and admirers along the way. Relatives of most of the deceased governors were Rhonda and represented in the audience, and Blackburn recog- David Walters, nized each family in order of service. Sponsors of the Brad Henry, event were also recognized. and David At the conclusion, Girl Scout and Boy Scout troops Boren share presented each governor with mementoes of the occa- a memory of sion. The crowd adjourned to view the exhibit, remi- Walters’ in- nisce about their political exploits and dreams, and en- ternship in Boren’s joy the music and refreshments. office (T. Zinn First Ladies: Partners in Public Service also pre- photo). miered that night. The exhibit is located on the third floor of the History Center. Funding for the exhibits and the event was pro- vided by Chesapeake Energy. The exhibit opened to the public the next day, Wednesday, February 14, and will remain accessible throughout the remain- der of the Centennial Year. David Hall and George Nigh (T. Zinn photo) Nigh, Boren, Henry, and Bob OHS Board member Denzil Garrison Blackburn discuss the exhibit (T. Zinn T. Zinn photo with Frank Keating ( ). photo). formative window into the central theme of New Members our centennial year. As the centennial year began, I saw that Individual same spirit of collaboration at the Centen- Brooks-Jimenez, Michael, Oklahoma City nial Ball here at the Oklahoma History Cen- Burk, James M., Columbia, MO Cox, Wayne M., Depew Director’s ter. The creative energy behind the planning Crose, Jr., John C., Oklahoma City and staging was matched by the colorful DuFour, Debra, Jenks Column display of period clothing worn by the many Dyer, Barbara, Ardmore Evans, Delilah, Warner Robins, GA people who attended and danced the old Finley, Mary Jo, Plano, TX year out and the new year in. Holliday, Lori, Oklahoma City We saw that same creative inspiration Ingram, Keeshi, Tulsa Jackman, George J., Oklahoma City when we opened the Code Talkers exhibit. Johnson, David E., Broken Arrow The engaging story developed by our staff Larue-Stopp, Lisa C., Tahlequah By Bob L. Blackburn was matched by the design of the innova- McCoy, Sharolyn, Miami Odom, Don, Guthrie Executive Director tive display panels that could stand toe to Pollock, Alan, Edmond toe with anything seen in the Smithsonian Tauber, Mike, Tulsa museums. Whitney, Carol, Gracemont There are many good reasons to be part Teamwork also explains how we assem- Winters, Michelle, Oklahoma City of the Oklahoma Historical Society’s ex- bled and then presented the exhibit about Family tended family. Andrews, Bennett & Claudia, Perkins Oklahoma’s governors and first ladies, 1907 Arnot, Mr. & Mrs. Jim, Oklahoma City I especially enjoy associating with people to 2007. Opened with a gala event on Feb- who have a burning curiosity about his- Barman, Michael & Erin, Oklahoma City ruary 13, this exhibit sets a new standard Brodt, Charles & Cathy, Edmond tory, followed closely by working with col- for what people can now expect from the Burnett, Brad & Teresa, Shawnee Davis, Jr., William Isaac, Oklahoma City lections and finding ways to share the joys Oklahoma Historical Society. of history with others. Despain, Matt & Carla, Norman Jeff Moore, director of exhibits at the Fulgenzi, Bill & LaDawn, Yukon More and more, I enjoy a welling sense of Oklahoma History Center, coordinated an Garrett, Jane T., Oklahoma City Glowaski, Michael, Lawton pride when I see others working as a team effort that drew from all divisions of the or- for a common cause. Griffin, Charles E., Woodstock, GA ganization. He used gentle nudges to keep Halfacre, Dale, Choctaw I see that regularly at OHS Board meet- me working on text and gathering informa- Hood, Robert, Jones Johnston, D. Craig & Hillary, Oklahoma City ings when leaders from across the state tion and artifacts from the families of gov- gather to set policy and offer their guidance Kohlman, Lou, Oklahoma City ernors. He assembled a curatorial team Larsen, Mike & Martha, Perkins to the staff. I see that every day when I greet that blended into one voice. McKee, Travis, Blanchard and thank volunteers who are helping in Joining the effort were graphic artists Mohr, John & Barbara, Oklahoma City the trenches of the museum and research Murphy, James & Paula, Oklahoma City who saw the big picture, video and com- Patrick, Helen & Allison, Norman library. puter specialists who added flair to the Pugh-Seemster, Nora, Oklahoma City Over the past few months, the fruits of Rucker, Abe & Greta, Edmond story, and fabricators who used torches Shanker, Jay/Sara Jane Rose, Oklahoma City teamwork have been easy to spot. This and saws to turn abstract ideas into real newsletter, along with The Chronicles of Spencer, Mark D. & Jeanette, Edmond exhibits. Others ordered t-shirts and re- Starchman, Mike & Marcia, Purcell Oklahoma , is the result of creative collabo- productions of political buttons, designed Steele, Ardis, Oklahoma City Steward, Odell & Christine, Norman ration between editors in the Publications and sent out invitations, and coordinated and Research Division and graphic artists Walke, Geary, Edmond the opening night ceremonies. Willis, Laura, Oklahoma City in the Outreach Division. The good start in Yes, there are many good reasons to be Woolbright, Dick & Dorothy, Edmond the drive to double membership to 10,000 part of the Oklahoma Historical Society ex- Friend is due to the spirit of teamwork linking the tended family. Feeling the pride of watch- Bacon, Charles E., Norman Development staff with the supervisors of Canfield, Karen, Oklahoma City ing creative people working together is one Hightower, Dr. Michael J., Charlottesville, VA museums and sites into a common cause. of them. In November we opened a remarkable Associate new exhibit in Guthrie about the path to Kaniatobe, Karen, Shawnee statehood. With only a small budget, team members from headquarters worked hand in hand with the Guthrie team to curate, Oklahoma Historical Society design, and fabricate an innovative and in- Publications Division Editorial Office: 405/522-4860 Dianna Everett, Ph.D., Editor Linda D. Wilson, Assistant Editor William E. Siemens, Graphic Artist Long-time OHS employee Membership Office: Alma Moore 405/522-5242 William Vandever retires <[email protected]> Mistletoe Leaves (USPS 018–315) is published monthly by the Oklahoma Historical Society, 2401 N. Laird Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73105–7914. William Vandever, who served as the Fa- Periodicals postage paid at Oklahoma City, OK. (ISSN 1932-0108) POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Mistletoe Leaves, 2401 N. Laird Ave- cility Manager for Fort Towson Historic Site, nue, Oklahoma City, OK 73105–7914. retired on January 31, 2007. By authorization of the Oklahoma Historical Society’s Board of Directors, 5,100 copies are prepared at a cost of $1,025.00 each month. The publication Vandever retired with thirty-four years of is financed in part with federal funds from the National Park Service, United States Department of the Interior. service to the Oklahoma Historical Society. Contents and opinions do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the Oklahoma Historical Society or the United States Department of the Interior. Although his longevity did not set a record, Mention of trade names does not constitute endorsement or recommendation he remains one of the longest-serving em- by either organization. Bob Rea, Military Sites supervisor, Mistletoe Leaves is published for the members and friends of the Okla- ployees in the agency’s history. homa Historical Society in partial fulfillment of the Society’s purpose to presents William Vandever with a gift “preserve and perpetuate the history of Oklahoma and its people, to stimulate He has worked at Fort Towson Historic popular interest in historical study and research, and to promote and from his fellow employees (OHS photo). disseminate historical knowledge.” Site since it opened to the public in 1973. The public and OHS members are encouraged to submit heritage-related items for publication. Students and teachers are invited to share studies and Although he has retired, he will still be a programs and to duplicate contents as desired.
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