Attention:
The Ralph Ellison Library at 2000 NE 23rd St is closed for upgrades beginning April 16. We anticipate reopening on May 6.
MARATHON CLOSURE
The Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library will be closed on Saturday, 4/26/25, due to the Memorial Marathon.
Archive
Oral History Danielle Wilkerson
Danielle Wilkerson talks about the history of roller derby in Oklahoma City.
Oklahoma Voices: Lester Dunn
Lester Dunn discusses his memories of growing up in Bethany in the 1920s, his career in music, his experiences during the Battle of the Bulge, and more.
Oral History: Maxine DeCocq
Maxine DeCocq talks about her family history, including the story of her great grandfather William L. Couch, Oklahoma City's first mayor.
Oral History: Patti Hall
Patti Hall talks about her family, alcoholism, her career in banking, surviving the Oklahoma City Bombing, and more.
Oral History: Jon Horinek
Jon Horinek talks about growing up in Duncan, Oklahoma and traveling around the state.
Oral History: Opal Baum
Opal Baum talks about her life growing up on a farm outside of Duncan, Oklahoma.