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National Memorial · Oklahoma

Oklahoma City National Memorial

National Memorial in Oklahoma. No entrance fee.

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TypeNational Memorial
StateOklahoma
Entrance feeNo entrance fee
CampgroundsNone
Nearest national parkHot Springs (261 mi)
Closest airportOKC (7 mi)
Tiles with hand prints and chalkboards set into the ground for children.
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: NPS photo

Oklahoma City National Memorial is a national memorial run by the National Park Service in Oklahoma.

In the park service’s words

The outdoor symbolic memorial is a place of quiet reflection, honoring victims, survivors, rescuers, and all who were changed forever on April 19, 1995. It encompasses the now sacred soil where the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building once stood, capturing and preserving forever the place and events that changed the world.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Things to do

Fees and hours

Entrance fee: No entrance fee. While the outdoor Memorial is free to access, the Museum requires a timed entry ticket. Adult tickets are $18.

Hours: Open 24 hours, every day. The Outdoor Symbolic Memorial is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, all year long.

Getting there

The Memorial & Museum are located at 6th St. and Harvey Ave in Oklahoma City, OK.

Airport City Drive to the park Straight-line miles Type
OKC Will Rogers World Airport (OKC) Oklahoma City, OK No road route 7 Large hub
Stillwater Regional Airport (SWO) Stillwater, OK No road route 53 Regional
Lawton Fort Sill Regional Airport (LAW) Lawton, OK No road route 81 Regional

Drive times run from the airport to Zion Canyon Visitor Center, estimated with OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap roads at normal speeds; allow extra for traffic, stops and construction.

Miles are straight-line distances.

Weather

Summers are very warm with temperatures averaging mid-high 90’s. Also, be mindful of the heat index. Spring weather brings mild temperatures, 60’s-70’s, but the ability to produce severe storms that could include heavy rains, strong winds, hail, and tornadoes. While winters are generally mild delivering temperatures in the 30’s and 40’s, the wind chill can be brutal. No matter the season you are planning to visit, be prepared for the winds to be gusting.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Know before you go

Drones are banned at almost every park site, and you may not take rocks, plants or artifacts. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet where they are allowed. Bring no firewood from home.

Nearby

The nearest national park is Hot Springs, about 261 miles away in a straight line.

Sources

Last checked 1 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an entrance fee at Oklahoma City National Memorial?

No entrance fee.

Where is Oklahoma City National Memorial?

In Oklahoma. The closest airport with scheduled flights is OKC Will Rogers World Airport, about 7 miles away.

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