Oklahoma Hall of Fame Opens Application for $8,000 Scholarship, Hosts Free Admission Day
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 4, 2026
OKLAHOMA CITY – AUGUST 4, 2026: The Oklahoma Hall of Fame invites high school seniors to apply for the 2026-2027 Oklahoma Hall of Fame Scholarship and offers free admission to the Gaylord-Pickens Museum on Saturday, August 8.
Oklahoma Hall of Fame Scholarship Competition
For the 16th year, the Oklahoma Hall of Fame will be awarding the Oklahoma Hall of Fame Scholarship to one Oklahoma high school senior. Thanks to additional donations this year, the scholarship has increased from $6,000 to $8,000 to assist an Oklahoma student in pursuit of their higher education. The scholarship is awarded based on the student’s leadership roles, civic and community engagement, academic achievement, and extracurricular involvement. The chosen recipient will be recognized at the annual Oklahoma Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in November.
To be considered for the scholarship, a student must:
- Be a current high school senior who attends an Oklahoma public, private, charter, or homeschool;
- Commit to attending an Oklahoma college or university; and
- Be recommended by a teacher, administrator, or other adult not related to the student.
The scholarship fund was created predominately by donations of Oklahoma Hall of Fame Members who seek to encourage and inspire future generations of Oklahoma leaders. Scholarship applications are due Friday, October 16. Interested students can visit the Oklahoma Hall of Fame scholarship page to access the application: https://www.oklahomahof.com/programs/scholarships-awards#okhof-scholarship.
Super Second OHOF Saturday
The Oklahoma Hall of Fame | Gaylord-Pickens Museum will host its monthly Second OHOF Saturday program on August 8. This month will be a "Super" Second OHOF Saturday, featuring a full line up of Museum programming. Guests can visit the Museum free of charge from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The theme for the August Second OHOF Saturday is "Buggin' Out". The event will feature Oklahoma Hall of Fame Member and zoologist Cluff E. Hoopla and a bug-themed craft. Additional events include story time at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 12:30 p.m., as well as a free Museum tour at 11:00 a.m. OSU Insect Adventure will also join the fun with their live insect petting zoo.
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ABOUT THE OKLAHOMA HALL OF FAME: Founded in 1927, the Oklahoma Hall of Fame tells Oklahoma’s story through its people. From diverse statewide programming to the historic Gaylord-Pickens Museum, the organization creates an enhanced sense of pride for all Oklahomans. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame was created to honor extraordinary Oklahomans and to provide educational programming for students of all ages. Induction to the Oklahoma Hall of Fame is recognized as Oklahoma’s Highest Honor. For more information, visit www.oklahomahof.com.
