This place is a treasure. Free to enter, it's an amazingly comprehensive grotto of history…read morepertaining to Oklahoma, and the "Wild West" in general. It's a shame this place doesn't top many Oklahoma "to-do" lists. It appeared online after some deep digging of things we could do when en route to the Great Salt Plains. In the end, turns out we could've solely made a day trip around this place and it would've been a summer weekend well spent. Inside you'll find taxidermy, saddles, movie memorabilia, old dolls (only vaguely creepy) and a host of other artifacts. Even fossilized dinosaur poop (or so they say). The huge building is also home to a slew of western-themed "movie sets" which the owners use for their own productions, and which the public is free to explore on off days. Best of all is when you get to talking with the owners. They've got a wealth of information if you take a moment to chat. They've got rollicking tales from their old movie shoots- and best of all a heap of John Wilkes Booth conspiracy theories linked to the town of Enid and stemming from their days working on the crew of the "Unsolved Mysteries" series. You'll leave this place feeling a huge sense of affection for the great state of Oklahoma and the wonderfully quirky folks who inhabit it.

This place is a little hidden gem in Enid. Lot's of interesting things to see here in this movie…read moremuseum and the owner is just the most enjoyable person to talk to! We'll definitely return on our next visit to Enid.

Next stop on our cross-country road trip was one I've been wanting do for years! The Twister…read moremuseum. We actually added about 3 hours on our drive just so I could visit! Twister is my favorite movie, so visiting was huge for me. The ladies at the museum had so much information and behind-the-scenes knowledge. There are artifacts from the originally movie, photos, letters, costumes and even THE original Dorothy from the movie. There are pieces from the new Twisters movie, including the yellow barrels and trailer used in the film. The museum is free, but they operate on donations, so please donate to keep this gem open. Also, but some merch to help them out!

This museum is located in nearly nowhere Oklahoma but it is the exact street where the twister…read moreaftermath scene from the movie was filmed. They have a plethora of memorablia and props to view. The employee on site is very knowledgeable of the town and the filming process/locations used in the movie. Street parking is available.

What an American treasure! Please stop by and make a donation. We need to make sure the history…read moreis not lost. All of the volunteers were very welcoming. We learned about Watermelon, the 40-year-conductor who created the museum. There are tons of RR items inside plus several cars and engines. Please don't miss this.

This is an eclectic museum of railroad paraphanalia, as well as a significant number of full-scale…read morepieces of rolling stock in the adjacent rail yard. Run by "Watermelon" Campbell and his delightful wife, Edna, the collection is the result of a lifetime dedication by a knowledgeable railroad man. Watermelon served as a conductor in a career of more than 40 years; he has put together an assemblage of dining car china, a collection of switch locks, lanterns, railroad signage, photographs, railroad scrip from the 19th century, railroad matchbooks, playing card sets, ticket punches, and hundreds of other items that tell the promotional story of working railroads. The museum also includes extensive N-scale and HO-scale working layouts. 11 cabooses are part of the rolling stock collection and can be walked through and experienced. The Frisco Mountain-type 1519 locomotive is also part of the collection (once on display in an Enid park) and the cab can be visited using a (somewhat steep) ramp. Young children will not enjoy this museum as much as adults and railroad enthusiasts, though the ability to explore real-world trains may appeal to some younger folks. Go to this museum soon, as Watermelon turns 97 on Memorial Day 2019 and his stories are a significant part of the visit. The $5 suggested donation is a trifle for the things you will learn here.

Well worth a visit! Great staff and with interesting displays that flows through history nicely.read more

I am a sucker for old school encyclopedic museums, and this one is pretty iconic in this arena…read more It's eclectic, filled with oddities, and super fun for the whole family. Where else are you going to see dinosaurs, mummys, and a handwritten letter by Elizabeth I? I really enjoyed walking around, exploring, and I know my kiddo did as well. It's in an old building downtown and has loads of charm everywhere you look. 4/5 stars because I thought the kids play area was a bit of a letdown - it felt a bit dirty and neglected. There also isn't a cafe, which I think would be a fun addition if they ever plan on expanding or remodeling. The exhibits were wonderful though, and I thought for the price it was a great deal. Overall I'd for sure go back and if you're the kind of person that enjoys something off the beaten path, or has a love for old stories and a solid diorama, this is the place for you.

Didn't enjoy the museum. Found it to be lacking. The museum BEFORE the renovation had more…read moreinteresting exhibits. It's a beautiful building. The grounds are nice. The new exhibits are limited. Really enjoyed the old photographs they used to have downstairs. Need more history exhibits on pioneers, local native Americans , the hispanics and Chinese workers who helped build the local railroad (cemetery nearby with several of the workers buried there), local incidents w klan, etc.

Very nice place to learn about the land run and local info about Enid. The facility is very modern…read moreand they have a great theatre inside where you watch a 20 min history wrap-up. We didn't get a chance to see the schoolhouse and outbuildings this time because there wasn't an available guide (apparently required). I was with two of my kids and it's not super kid-friendly but has a nice gift shop for them. I will definitely go back when I'm not having to watch the kids so much.

A fantastic, neat and well organized museum! Even if you are…read morenot a history buff, the best and most interesting display about the Cherokee Strip is found at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center in Enid. It is a fascinating, complete, and easy to understand description of the 1893 Land Run and the people who settled Northwest Oklahoma. If you haven't been there, don't miss it!

I think this is a very well done museum for such a small town. I learned alot about Enid and…read moreOklahoma! Be sure to take the grounds tour which has original buildings back from the land rush!

I haven't been in a long time but I support Children learning in a hands-on & creative environment…read more- Exploration is key!! - I wouldn't have become an International Architect & Engineer otherwise! Please support our Children's Educations!

This place is interactive and a great way to let the kids play and learn at the same time.read more

Wow what a great museum. More than expected, much more! Can't miss stop when in the area!read more

I expected a small museum with average exhibits, but what a great surprise. Each small room had a…read moredifferent subject: local history, culture, state events, politics and more. We were able to visit the museum, which is housed in an old hospital, the historic schoolhouse next door, and the annex full of larger equipment. I was impressed with the personal nature of so many objects that had been donated by local residents. Most museums you are a viewer, looking at things from a distance. Here you can step into the room, touch the items and really experience the exhibit. My planned short visit turned into a few hours immersion into the life of courageous settlers and citizens of Woods County. The best part was walking around with my friend, an old-timer from nearby Dacoma. His personal perspective and stories were the icing on the cake!