Oklahoma City National Memorial

Oklahoma City National Memorial honors the victims, survivors, rescuers, and all who were changed forever on April 19, 1995. The outdoor Symbolic Memorial, which consists of the following segments on 3.3 acres, can be visited:

The Gates of Time: Monumental twin gates frame the moment of destruction - 9:02 - and mark the formal entrances to the Memorial.

Reflecting Pool: Gently flowing water soothing wounds with calming sounds and providing a peaceful setting for quiet thoughts.

Children's Area: A wall of hand-painted tiles painted by children sent to Oklahoma City in 1995 and a series of chalkboards creates an opportunity for children to share their feelings.

Rescuers' Orchard: A grove of fruit and flowering trees surrounds and protects the Survivor's Tree.

The "Survivor Tree:" A 70 year old American Elm bears witness to the violence of April 19 and now stands as a profound symbol of human resilience.

The Memorial Fence: Originally installed to protect the sacred site, the Memorial Fence continues to display items left by visitors, which are dedicated to all involved.

The National Memorial Center and the Institute for the Prevention of Terrorism are the other two components. The Memorial Center is scheduled to open in early 2001.

P.O. Box 676
Oklahoma City, OK 73101-0676
405-235-3313 - Memorial and Museum Information
405-231-4422 - NPS Oklahoma State Coordinator

By Plane
Will Rogers World Airport is served by seven major airlines

By Car
Interstates 35, 40, and 44 intersect in Oklahoma City. From Interstate 40 take Interstate 235 north, exit Harrison Avenue, which merges into Sixth Street. From Sixth Street, the site is located between Robinson and Harvey Streets on the east and west, and between Sixth and Fourth Streets on the north and south. Parking meters and several pay lots and garages are located around the Memorial.

By Plane
Railroads: Amtrak Heartland Flyer.

Bus Service: Greyhound, Trailways, and M.K. & O.

The average annual temperature is 60 degrees with an average rainfall of 33.36 inches and an average snowfall of 9 inches per year. Coldest months are January thru March and the the hottest month are July and August, with high humidity as well.

Here are some of the activities that are offered at Mount Rainier National Park.

• Educational Programs

Recommended Activities
Allow at least one hour and a half to visit the site, ask questions, and attend any ranger talks offered. Rangers are on site to provide information from 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. daily (Spring/Summer) and 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. daily (Fall/Winter). Rangers will not be available on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Days.

Educational and tour groups requesting site orientation should contact the Memorial Education and Outreach Coordinator at 405-235-3313 or 1-800-542-HOPE prior to arrival on site.