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Oklahoma City National Memorial

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National Memorial·Solemn, Peaceful, Thought Provoking, Respectful
This area provides letter shaped chalkboards to allow the continued emotional expressions from those young and old. A surrounding wall displays a collection of painted tiles sent by schools, showing their compassion for the bombing-affected community
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This 200 foot section of chain link fence was taken from the original barrier surrounding the bombing site. The fence served as the first spontaneous memorial and a location for people to leave tokens of collective grief. It retains this purpose still to
Photo by from Nps
Beat the summer heat, on an evening stroll through the illuminated Field of Empty Chairs, the Gates of Time, and the Survivor Tree. All walkways are brightened to allow enjoyment of this peaceful time of day.
Photo by from Nps
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.
Photo by from Nps
This Chinese Pastiche is located in the small orchard that was planted in recognition of the over 12,000 rescue workers who responded to the bombing. Its vibrant hues draw attention to the tremendous work these heroes accomplished.
Photo by from Nps
This area provides letter shaped chalkboards to allow the continued emotional expressions from those young and old. A surrounding wall displays a collection of painted tiles sent by schools, showing their compassion for the bombing-affected community
Photo by from Nps
This 200 foot section of chain link fence was taken from the original barrier surrounding the bombing site. The fence served as the first spontaneous memorial and a location for people to leave tokens of collective grief. It retains this purpose still to
Photo by from Nps
Beat the summer heat, on an evening stroll through the illuminated Field of Empty Chairs, the Gates of Time, and the Survivor Tree. All walkways are brightened to allow enjoyment of this peaceful time of day.
Photo by from Nps
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.
Photo by from Nps
This Chinese Pastiche is located in the small orchard that was planted in recognition of the over 12,000 rescue workers who responded to the bombing. Its vibrant hues draw attention to the tremendous work these heroes accomplished.
Photo by from Nps

Located on the site of the former Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building, the Oklahoma City National Memorial serves as a powerful tribute to the resilience of the human spirit. The memorial is masterfully designed to guide visitors through a journey of memory and hope, anchored by the iconic Gates of Time that frame the exact moment of the 1995 bombing. The Field of Empty Chairs offers a deeply moving visual representation of the lives lost, while the tranquil Reflecting Pool provides a calm space for processing the history of the site. It is a place of profound significance, meticulously maintained to ensure that the stories of the victims and survivors are honored with dignity and grace.

Located on the site of the former Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building, the Oklahoma City National Memorial serves as a powerful tribute to the resilience of the human spirit. The memorial is masterfully designed to guide visitors through a journey of memory and hope, anchored by the iconic Gates of Time that frame the exact moment of the 1995 bombing. The Field of Empty Chairs offers a deeply moving visual representation of the lives lost, while the tranquil Reflecting Pool provides a calm space for processing the history of the site. It is a place of profound significance, meticulously maintained to ensure that the stories of the victims and survivors are honored with dignity and grace.

Highlights

  • The Field of Empty Chairs representing the 168 lives lost.

  • The monumental Gates of Time marking the moment of the tragedy.

  • The serene Reflecting Pool designed for quiet contemplation.

  • Meticulously maintained grounds in the city center.

Address
Oklahoma City National Memorial
Websitenps.gov
Phone4056098859
Best For

Quiet reflection, historical education, and paying respects.

Currency

USD $

Average Cost

$50-$100 p/day

Time of Day

Lunch, Dinner

Languages Spoken

English

Occasion Tags

Educational, History Buffs, Locals, Tourists

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Location

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
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