fort sill national historic landmark and museum

We were meeting family at the Wichita Wildlife refuge and pulled in here on our way. So glad we did. The guide/guard opened up some areas while we were there. The little kids did get a bit bored after an hour or so. There was a nice movie that talked about the history of the area. Very interesting.It was quiet and well-maintained. The kids got a postcard that directed them to get stamps at various attractions in the Lawton area. They had fun trying to collect all the stamps throughout our trip.

Every American that likes military displays should go here at least once in their life. My wife enjoyed it. From a old stone building where Geronimo spent the last years of his life, to an over an acre of actual examples of every cannon that the US has used in the Army. The is an Atomic Annie and numerous missiles also on display. This is a must see!!

My husband is a plains indian history buff. He really enjoyed the old historical fort and it's museum. He was also stationed here 50 years ago..no so fond memories, but still enjoyed the artillery museum just a block or so away from the old fort.

My wife and I visited this museum with two of our granddaughters. There is no charge to visit. This museum is small, but does chronicle the development of Ft. Sill since prior to founding by General Sheridan. Ft Sill is named after a friend of General Sheridan’s that was killed during the Civil War. In addition to this museum, there are a variety of other museums and sightes to see on the base. Ask for a “Discovery Trail” card that you can get stamped at any of 8 Lawton area attractions and receive a free gift.

Ft. Sill is a huge army base, which has dutifully and expertly maintained the original buildings of old Ft. Sill. Amazing to be able to walk through the guardhouse where iconic historic people like Geronimo were imprisoned. We were also able to visit Geronimo's Grave where I was able to pay respects and add a penny to the many already place upon it. Being able to touch History is an awesome thing.

As noted in the Title of my review which is based on what "Perfect for History Buffs" and other reviews said about this most historic landmark that I was not aware of until this review; It is most certainly on my list of places I want to visit next. Sounds to be more significant history of significance of our history that we all should care to be aware of in order for us to understand and 'use' as a 'tool' to work towards our present day issues on a more positive plane for the benefit of us all.

This base is full of many facets of American History, and the various buildings and places are very well kept. I found the Guard House to be especially interesting, finding out that Geromino had spent a few nights in the 'accomodations.' I was told that he is also buried on the Fort grounds, but we didn't have the time to go off and find it.I was amazed at the real history of the fort...and how far back it went...through the Buffalo Soldier times and the wars with the Native Americans..My only regret is that we did not have more time to take a look at everything that the fort has to offer in terms of history. I would loved to have seen more. But having gone there for my brother's bootcamp graduation, time was spread pretty thin. I recommend that others build some time into your stay to check our this aspect of the Fort.

We were impressed by the assorted information and displays available to see on the base. Very informative and fun.

Neat to see parts of fort built so long ago still being used. Buildings that are part of tour are interesting to tour. Take time to tour them all and visit cemetery sites.

So much great history took place here and yet so many people don't know, but you can really check out barracks and jail cells and stuff from that old school, Indian wars/buffalo soldier era... It's truly fascinating! I also recommend making the time to go visit the grave if the famous Indian warrior Geronimo, he's buried in a graveyard on the base, but requires a little but of driving, but it very cool piece if history buried there!

The only bad thing about our visit was not allowing enough time to see it all. The historic area's interpretive center is a bit hard to find as you approach it from the back but it is the long building on the south side of the quad. Definitely stop here for the film, map, and overview of the site. My kids were disappointed the gift shop was not open even though we were there during scheduled hours. Do not miss the Guardhouse. Kids will enjoy the cells on the lower floor. Other reviews refer to Geronimo's cell which is a little inaccurate. While he was a prisoner, he lived a normal life as a farmer and only overnighted at the guardhouse when he was drunk. Also it is worth the drive to the Apache cemetery and Geronimo's grave which is not immediately adjacent to the historical area. There are other buildings open to view, we just did not have the time.

If you want to know all about Field Artillery from Grecian times to the present, the museum on Ft. Sill is the place to go.

There is no charge for such a fabulous museum. It is worth the visit to see Geronimo's jail cell and other history. Stop by and visit the Fort Sill Artillery Museum just around the corner

This small museum is full of interesting information about the history of Fort Sill. We enjoyed looking at the many exhibits about creating and living here in the 19th century. My wife even learned about Buffalo Soldiers here. To make it even better, the museum is housed in one of the original buildings of the fort encircling the original parade grounds.

This is another great place to visit and learn the history of Ft Sill. You get to see Geronimo's cell and learn about the Indian territory and see pictures of how Ft Sill looked in the late 1800s.