Will Rogers is well known for his statement, "I never met a man I didn't like." And I doubt that there is a person anywhere who knows much about Will Rogers and doesn't like him - or at least his memory.Will Rogers just may be Oklahoma's all-time favorite son.
He was born in a log cabin in Oologah, and buried in the family tomb, in a regal sunken garden at this memorial, in nearby Claremore, OK. During his remarkable life, 1879-1935, Will Rogers was a trick roper, pundit, world traveler, star of Braodway and 71 movies, radio commentator, newspaper columnist and author. He is best remembered as a humorit-philosopher and an inspiring, kindly role model.I was personally very inspired by my visiit to the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. It is on the campus of Rogers State University in Claremore, OK.
There are eight very well presented galleries with theaters, interavctive TV, art and artifacts depicting Rogers' amazing and wholesome life.The museum and memorial is open 365 Days a Year: 8:00 a.m. till 5:00 p.m. Admission is by voluntary contributions.
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