To the guard on duty late 8.6.22, thank you for making us feel welcome and safe when we happened upon the memorial at 1030pm. We are from Texas and in town for just tonight. We drove by and got out to take a picture of the fence of tributes. You invited us into the memorial grounds and gave us wonderful information that made our visit more meaningful. My 8 yo daughter was completely captivated by the memorial and wanted to read every name on every chair and read into whom the victims might have been and their relations to each other. This was an experience we will never forget. We will keep all of the victims and loved ones in our prayers always.

A moving memorial to those killed - to include context on the first responders. Very detailed information about how the terrorist was arrested and convicted. Highly recommended to visit - also there is an adjacent parking garage - get your parking validated for free parking, too.

I was privileged to be shown around by an exceptional park ranger, Dan McKee. He described the solace of the moments. The past, present and future of the site. The inspiration for the architecture and design of the memorial was breath taking. If you are in the area this is definitely worth a visit. The grounds themselves are amazing and Dan is a wealth of knowledge.

My wife and I are taking a cross country road trip and spent an evening in Oklahoma City. While in town, we visited the Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum. The museum is well done with many exhibits that teach about the horrible event, the people whose lives were taken, and the response of the people of Oklahoma City. While it is difficult to relive these sorrowful events, it is also good to be reminded that these events do not define nor destroy us. There was a school group that was going through the museum at the time we visited. Truthfully, some of them didn't "get it" and were rather cavalier in their attitude. But some did understand the significance, and even for those who did not, it is good that the seeds of understanding are planted. Perhaps someday they may fully recognize the solemn day for what it was. Following our visit to the museum, we went outside to see the memorial. Where the building once stood, a beautiful pool of reflection now exists, bordered by two large walls with times 9:01 and 9:03 inscribed. Those times represent the moments before and after the bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Building. A field of empty chairs sit adjacent to the pool, representing those who were killed in the bombing. The memorial is a beautiful but somber reminder of the tragic day, but also of the strength and determination of the human spirit.

Took entire family here passing through and gave a thorough history lesson for everyone before getting there. Very sad to see but is beautiful memorial for the unfortunate day and all who lost something and someone. We were heading back to Memphis from Albuquerque and made the time to stop. Workers at memorial were very helpful and knowledgeable. Wish we had more time to spend there but had to get on the road. Paid parking was along the street and was available and cheap on Monday afternoon at the time of our visit. Thanks for everything!!!

June 6, 2017: I arrived about 1:00pm. No car or foot traffic at all. I was overwhelmed with the monument. I remember the day the bombing occurred, seeing half of the building gone. Being here gave me a different perspective especially reading the names of those who perished and seeing the remains of the bldg. The artist(s) who created this monument did a magnificent tribute. All the chairs, small and large, the reflecting pool, the remaining tree. It was breathtaking; it was peaceful. A must stop anytime you are even close. Pictures do not do it justice.

If you’re in Oklahoma City than you need to come to the memorial. This memorial does an incredible job of honoring the victims of the attack and the heroic first responders. Definitely prepare yourself mentally because it is quite a bit to take in at once if you’re not expecting it. I spent about three hours in total at the museum so give yourself enough time to see everything. The presentations and recorded interviews are absolutely incredible and are extremely informative and captivating. There’s a big section on the arrest and prosecution of Timothy McVeigh and Terry Nichols which I easily could have spent more time looking at. Everything is so well put together and all the staff are extremely informative and will answer any questions you have. 10/10!

I didn't know it would hit me with emotions like it did. I've seen the 9-11 Memorial at the Twin Towers and the Pentagon, but this was a little different. Beautiful and humbling.... Go to the 9:03 end and watch the screen to understand the meaning of everything in the park.

Everybody goes during the day and it's absolutely beautiful during the day. I have also been in the daytime and love it I go to the marathon and compete. I happen to be in downtown and wanted to see it at night. There is a security guard so you don't feel unsafe. He was a very nice man. To see this place at night with the chairs lit was a whole nother experience unto itself. It was so quiet and peaceful you could just hear the reflection pulled trickling. The remembrance wall with the saying in the times are lit. It was a good time to just go and not have a lot of people. Where you could reflect pray for those people and their family look at the memory wall and just have your moment.

Having lived in Oklahoma during the bombing, I had never visited inside the museum. This is a beautiful tribute to those we lost and the story is told with every detail. I learned things I never knew about the bombing. I cried heating the videos. Touching, somber but also bright. Take the time to visit if you are in Oklahoma. Will take you a couple hours to go through the entire experience. You can skip things if shoer on time

This was amazing! It's a must see if you're in OKC and you have about 3 hrs to go through it. It was very emotional going through this memorial museum. There were some younger kids there with their parents that had a hard time going through it. You can't help but want to cry and yet be angry that it happened in the first place. Definitely worth the time and money. They do have a parking ramp to park in.

This is a great museum and definitely a great learning experience. It honors the victims of such a terrible event the way they deserve. I honestly am speechless and all I can do is invite you to come and visit this beautiful memorial.

Timeless and unforgettable moment in time. We honor and remember the children and adults we’ve lost. Amazing structure in recognizing the victims and their families, and it also provides inspiration. An excellent display of structural art that will keep the lost ones alive.

The memorial was beautiful and the park rangers Dan and Cody were very helpful. I loved that the reflection pond was moving and made noise. I was not impressed with the museum though. The museum is "affiliated" with the National Parks Service but they don't take the NPS Annual Pass. The museum was very claustrophobic and there was no easy way to bail. I was locked in the "recording room" where they played a tape where the bomb exploded but then lights flashed and there was no warning and no way to get out. The rangers were great though so because this listing combines the memorial and the museum this is more about the museum.

Visiting the memorial is a visceral experience. We decided to buy museum tickets at 4:15, thinking it would be plenty of time to finish by 6 PM close. We were quite rushed toward the end. The video footage, interviews with survivors, and items on display that were collected both as evidence and as momentos from survivors and rescuers are incredible. Plan to spend another 30-60 minutes outside, walking around the reflecting pool and contemplating Survivor Tree. We also made the decision to return after dark to view the memorial lit up at night. It is serene and even more beautiful. Very safe to walk around, as well. Highly recommend.

Sad place to visit, but we wanted to pay our respects to those who were lost here. The grounds are beautiful considering what happened here, the reflecting pond relaxes your tension with gentle draining water sounds as you stroll around reading posted signs telling you what everything symbolizes. Didn't have a chance this time to visit the museum but I'm sure it's comforting to those who lived through this terrible event. Prayers to all.

What a beautiful place, given the situation. It’s a gorgeous memorial. The security guard was so knowledgeable and helpful. It was definitely something I have never imagined I would see and I’m so glad that I did. It’s just so surreal.

A spectacular sight at dusk. The lighting is dramatic and the feeling is somber as you take in the facts - 163 people lost their lives by the violent actions of another. Worth your time to see the memorial gardens even when the museum is closed. There’s no entry fee nor fencing. All are welcome to experience and remember

A must see if you are in Oklahoma City. So very interesting, giving you the whole story and the feeling that you could have been there. Very emotionally moving. A nice tribute.

If you’re in Oklahoma, you should go to the memorial and museum. I was extremely disappointed in the education I received before coming here. This was the site of the second largest terrorist attack on US soil, and in my 27 years of life I’ve never heard of it once. It wasn’t taught in my school, it wasn’t covered in my degree program. I haven’t even stumbled across it online. When I came to Oklahoma on a surprise trip this week, I heard about the memorial and did research, and I learned so much. Being able to stand in that space and feel the weight of where we’ve been, what these people endured, what their families endure everyday...priceless. Necessary. Come here. Stand in that space. Learn all you can. And pass this onto other generations. Don’t let them forget where we’ve been, what our American people have endured. The museum is $15 for adults. Skip your morning coffee for 2 days and invest in this. It’s worth your time, it’s worth your money. Honor these people by not forgetting, by educating yourself and your kids. Remember the history that’s shaped us.

This is a beautiful and touching memorial. I highly recommend talking to the ranger on duty, they are friendly and provide a lot of information about the monument. They are very knowledgeable! Everything at the memorial has meaning and the design is intentional.

A truly emotional experience and an honor to visit, ALWAYS REMEMBER! Thank you from the LEAGUE OF RIDERS MC. LEAGUEOFRIDERSMC.COM

If you ever find yourself in OKC, you have to make sure you take at least 45 minutes of your time to stop by and see the monument. It is not only a beautiful monument, but it is very touching. They did a fantastic job memorializing the site of the infamous historical OKC event. There are two entrances to enter the memorial, and each entrance tells a different story. At one entrance, you can still see what is left of the original brick wall with rebar sticking out, and a gate with 9:03 on it. At the other entrance, you can see the time 9:01 on the gate. This is the moment you realize that the time in between (9:02) was the very moment when so many lives were changed, some lives stopped, and all lives would never be the same. There are big and little bronze chairs that represent each person who lost their lives. The big chairs represent the adults, and the little chairs represent the children. It’s very touching to see these chairs and know it marks a life lost. If you have enough time to stay during dusk or after dark, you’ll be able to see light illuminating under each chair, it’s a beautiful sight to see. If you have a couple of extra hours to spare, I highly recommend you also check out the museum. There are a lot of artifacts you can see and learn about what transpired on this fateful day in Oklahoma City.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! I think every school should include this on the field trip list! What an emotional overload though! Put aside an entire day to go through the entire museum (inside and outside). Be prepared to get emotional. I am so grateful to have the opportunity to visit this museum. I learned an abundance of information.

Such a beautiful memorial! We came to see it in the morning and had a conversation with the park ranger that we saw there. He explained in great detail various aspects of that memorial, and answered all of our questions. Based on the other pictures that I saw posted, it looks even better in the evening with all the lights. I will need to come back again, and visit it in the evening.

The Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum is a very powerful and well done monument to the Oklahoma City Federal Building bombing on April 19th, 1995. In my opinion it is best to start in the museum, which features several videos, displays, witness testimonials, and even items and parts of the building that survived the explosion. I found the saddest part was the Gallery of Honor, which features photos of the victims with items that their families donated that speak to who they are as real people. The outdoor memorial makes more sense after you've toured the museum because it puts the memorial into context. It is very beautiful but sad. The staff are all very nice and helpful, both in the museum and at the memorial.

A beautiful memorial in the heart of Oklahoma City. This memorial plays an amazing role in keeping the memories of those lost, as well as those affected by the events, alive. It is so well thought out. Walk outside the memorial to find the chain link fence and spend some time reading notes to lost loved ones. Pay attention to the black painted brick on the museum which shows where windows were blown out and fresh brick in the building. These unique features all add to the magnitude of the true memorial area. I would say parking was ample, but for whatever reason...hard to find (more so know the cost and if it was public parking or not). Don't get me wrong, there is PLENTY of parking in the area. We did not tour the museum, but I wish we would've. We did enter the museum to see the gift shop and use the restroom. I'd rank this as a "must see" memorial.

The entire Memorial and Museum is amazing, to say the least. Bring tissues. The details of the devastation and resilience of Oklahoma is shown in every aspect. The artifacts of the day are beautifully displayed, telling the story of a terrible event and the heroes who were there. True accounts of events are very emotional, and will never be forgotten. To the story tellers- thank you.

Museum is mostly digital telling the story of the bombing and the people it affected. There are some physical artifacts to view and the memorial next to the museum. Worth the entrance fee if interested in exploring the happenings of this tragedy.

I approached the memorial from the SW, unfamiliar with the layout. The plaza is in good condition, and looks out over the memorial. The memorial can be entered through either gate, and instills both grief and peace as one considers the past amid such beautiful gardens. I also paid to enter the museum. I spent more time there than I anticipated because I wanted to properly take in the information about the people who were there - victims, survivors, and the heroes. I cried a lot, but I've been left with the heart of the memorial: that I would find there comfort, strength, peace, hope, and serenity.

This museum is really immersive. It tells the whole story fron start to finish. Can be a bit extreme in some areas so exercise caution as you get close to the actual timing of the explosion. It can cause extreme emotions but very good to learn from.

Although the museum was not yet open when we arrived, (doesn't open until noon on Sundays), we did walk around and view the grounds. The fence, the first responder's area, the pool and the chairs, beautifully honored those who lost their lives and those who responded. Well done Oklahoma City! ...We will not forget them, Thank You!

Incredibly detailed account on that very tragic and unforgettable day in April 1995. I remember listening to the radio while serving in the U.S. Marine Corps in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, on this fateful day. The visit to the memorial brought back so many memories. It goes beyond comprehension how much evil McVeigh and Nichols had to plan for the extermination of potentially far more than the 168 lives they took. Thank you to the precious staff of the memorial for doing such a blessed job at being so compassionate and empathetic to all those families that lost loved ones so prematurely not so many years ago.

Beautiful, stunning, and fitting tribute to those who died. It was heart wrenching to see pictures of the children who perished on that terrible day. The spirit of the Oklahomans was evident in the way they pulled together to help rescue those who were injured. Plan to spend a good two to three hours there in the museum and bring tissues. You won’t regret it. We plan to go back again when it’s not 106° and we can spend more time outside.

Really surreal. Seeing actual rubble from the original building, and pieces of the Ryder truck. Even more surreal is seeing the belongings of the victims who were killed and hearing testimonies from the survivors. I also liked how they didn’t focus on Timothy McVeigh but instead focused more on the victims, their lives, theircommunity etc. Definitely glad I came and saw this place.

So beautiful! Love the survivor tree. Videos and pictures throughout the site. If you want to go through the museum you can but there is a charge for that. If you want to see just the area of the bombing, it is free. Make sure you see the statue of Jesus across the street also.

They did a wonderful job on this memorial and museum. Lots of artifacts and videos throughout the 2 floors of the museum. People working there are very friendly. All throughout it is Handicapped accessible. Beautiful water Area with trees and grass for the Monument. See pics

This was such a well done museum! There is an entry fee to tour it, just be aware... we put $ in a donation box outside before finding the entry door and so we far overpaid! They also have their own parking garage (we paid for a lot around the corner without knowing), I'm not sure if they validate (I think they might).

Incredibly powerful tribute to those who lost their lives during this horrific tragedy that is not often talked about anymore. The museum was so well-done and thorough, walking through the events of the day, remembering the victims, and detailing the path toward justice with the trials of the perpetrators. Spent at least two hours walking through it and could have spent more. The memorial is separate from the museum and can be reached without admission. A must-stop if in OKC to learn more about this terrible event and the huge impact it had on the area.

I'm doing 4 stars because the museum and inside staff were great. However, I wasn't impressed with the park Rangers today on our 3rd grade field trip. The presentation itself was good, but the Rangers' decision to drag 50 3rd graders and parents out into the pouring rain in the wide open to do a presentation of the grounds wasn't the best choice in my opinion. He was fully dressed in rain gear while no student or parent had a rain coat, and maybe 2 had umbrellas. The kids were getting soaked, it was 42° and they were freezing. None of the kids could even focus on what he was saying over the rain and cold. Then, with all the soaked kids, after probably 15 minutes in the pouring rain, he moves them under the outside awning and continues for another 10 minutes of speech. Less than a very small handful of the students even remotely remember what he said due to being soaked and cold. Very unimpressed. The inside of the museum and the staff were great, and we did enjoy that part very much. The information was well displayed, and the tragedy, heroics, and hard work to serve justice were all well conveyed.

What an amazing museum and memorial to the victims of the Oklahoma City bombing. The museum has the right mixture of what happened that horrible day, how the city and nation responded, the path of justice for the victims and so many beautiful tributes. The outside memorial continues to honor the victims in so many unique ways. It’s definitely a must see if in Oklahoma City and I would highly recommend spending 2-3 hours for both the museum and outside memorial.

A MUST visit if in OKC. Very well thought out. Takes you throug the time-line of the day and the aftermath. It is a very emotional place. The outside memorial is a great place to reflect. The water feature adds a peaceful touch.

This was an incredible memorial; everyone in the US should go. My husband and I were too young to know about the event, but this memorial site has greatly personified the event and how the city healed from it. We felt the great emotions that the citizens of OKC felt; thank you for sharing your story!

I visited the OKC National Memorial in the 2nd week of Dec., 2020. I was on a low-key week away with my truly wonderful granddaughter, E, and I found out that she knew virtually nothing about the bombing itself, T. McVeigh being an American AND a soldier, and that this was terrorism, same as the attack on our country by Muslim terrorists in 2001. I watched the look on her face change as we looked around at the outdoor memorial, and as I pointed out that 30 of those outdoor, ever empty chairs were quite small. The small ones stood in memory of the little bitty kids that were at day care, or at the YMCA, also housed in the Murrah building and blown up on that fateful and tragic day. To see reality dawn upon my g’daughter’s face, to see real compassion soften her countenance, and to know that she grew up just a little that day, all of this was as a result of our visit to this Memorial in Oklahoma City on that cold and windy day. We did go through most of the museum, as well, stopping a few minutes early because we were both feeling sort of emotionally overcome. The museum is just as moving and dignified as the outside memorial, and it doesn’t try to soften the horror of that day. Every informational stop on the self-guided tour is unflinchingly honest, yet never gratuitous, in it’s telling of each moment leading up to the blast, all the way through the frightening and confused aftermath. I will definitely plan to go through the museum again, and the beautiful outdoor memorial is something I feel like I need to take some one who hasn’t yet seen it to see!! This is a memorial to all that was lost on that dark day, but, as you are often reminded while visiting, the Oklahoman spirit is about always remembering, and quietly, proudly moving forward.

A place we should all see at some point. It showcases both the worst and best of us as a country. Very moving. In a time where we are so divided it was heartwarming to see so many selfless acts of kindness from everyone.

Amazing in early morning as the sun rises. Extremely tranquil setting to reflect on the tragic events that occured here many years agom

Absolutely speechless. It's definitely hallowed ground. The taste, grace & respect with which it was done was amazing!

I'm not sure how you can give a rating to such a sobering memorial. This is one of the most beautiful tributes to the memories of those lost in a tragedy I have had the opportunity to witness. From the pieces of the external wall remaining a part of memorial to the symbolism of the walls and the water flush with the ground to the chairs and even the outside fence, there is something hopeful and tragic to bury deep in your heart long after you've left this place. In my opinion, this is the best tribute in the United States to one of our national tragedies.

So beautifully done. Heart wrenching and uplifting at the same time. Everyone should visit.

A must-see for anyone with kids to know piece of our history and an all inspiring Memorial of Honor to those who lost their lives.

Very moving experience.

Monumento extraordinario que hace homenaje a las víctimas del atentado de 1995

Very awesome!

Remember the victims... Pay your respect

Such a wonderful memorial to the victims, their families and the city as a whole. The museum is very informative and respectfully done.

Very somber, they did a great job, I can't wait to go in side the museum.

Be prepared to have your heart shattered. The Chaos room was particularly overwhelming.

Peaceful and a quiet place to visit

Informational and interesting to look at. Must visit if in the OKC area.

You must go its amazing!!!so sad what happened in there.

very interesting

Curiosity brought me there and my imagination has took me farther every day

Great tribute to those who lost their lives in the bombing. Will always remember that tragic day.

Such an incredible experience. A place to visit the okc memorial marathon a must run.

This place is intense. I took my 5 month old daughter with me and ended up crying multiple times in the museum because of how emotional I got when hearing about the kids in the building in the daycare.

Anyone in the area needs to visit this museum. It does a great job of showing the entire story of the bombing from before during and after. I appreciate the fact that it was not watered down and showed what really leading up to during and after the bombing. The survivor tree on the grounds of the museum was a highlight for sure.

Great experience!

Very powerful presentation!

Beautiful memorial and such a tragic event. RIP for those who passed and sending prayers for the survivors.

Wow

Beautiful

Very moving and emotional

Very inspiring and it moves everyone around you. Came here just a few days prior to Christmas, you can feel the past mingling with the present.

Very nice. They did a good job with a sad situation.

This is one of the best representations of what truly happened on that day. Trying to explain it to your kids, who were born after 9-11, what it means was hard, but 5 minutes there and they got it.

Very real, very sobering, very, very sad to see innocent people and children hurt and destroyed in such a careless act of terror!

(Translated by Google) The place in memory of the victims of terrorism in 1995. Opposite there is a statue of Jesus weeping over the dead. (Original) המקום לזכר נפגעי הטרור בשנת 1995. ממול יש פסל של ישו שבוכה על המתים.

Beautiful memorial.

This is a very beautiful Memorial. Very peaceful and a very emotional experience. The explanation behind the design of the memorial is very thoughtful. We did not visit the museum while we were there on our last trip but I would love to go back and see it.

Everyone should be made to visit here. Virtual tours of the museum should be available.

Wonderful, sobering experience.

It was quite informative, however the museum itself triggered a panic attack due to dim lighting, low ceilings, overwhelming audio, etc., which I must admit dampened my experience.

Its beautiful out here. Most people are nice.

Free museum ticket every 25th. We got the gift of memory coin. Visiting outdoor memory park and the survival tree is free.

Everyone should come here once.

This place is an amazing experience. I felt so many emotions while I was here. Seeing the devastating nature of the bombing as well as the way the community came together to help in any way possible is both humbling and overwhelming. I definitely recommend everyone visiting this place at least once.

It was a very humbling experience. It is well maintained, staff is courteous, social distancing, and masks were not an issue. Beautiful place, for such a tragedy.

Poignant. Well done. Beautifully memorialized. Humbling to stand in the spot where the uhaul full of explosives parked.

Wow, I did not expect this to be so well done. They have done an amazing job making you feel like you were there and part of the community.

An all time favorite location in Oklahoma City, Yes, it is listed as one of the top 25 places to visit but please remember that the OKC National Memorial is a tribute to the victims who died as a result of a terribly disturbed human. This is a memorial and should be thought of as such. May the victims of this tradgedy rest in peace. And I would add that everyone come away feeling that tradgedies be such as this do not have to take place if we will stay diligent in our awareness and trust in God Almighty.

Very moving. Heartbreaking.

What a sobering and solemn experience

It’s most important history in the America. I love their every little detail from start to finish. Highly recommended!!

Really good museum on a really sad piece of history! Can’t believe there is so much hate in this world... My love to all the victims and their families!

Great job to on this place.

I wont spoil the experience, but as someone who didnt live through this event, even I found myself with tears in my eyes. Such an incredible memorial..

Gorgeous

Very nice place for a quick stop and the BBQ across the street is amazing.

Heartbreaking

Many things to do for all ages. very nice planetarium. You could spend all day there.

Top tourist destination in Oklahoma

Absolutely beautiful

Definitely a place should see if they can. Was emotional and showed how great everyone came together from all levels of government. As a Texan and proud American I was proud how resilient OKC was.

It is a very beautiful area that honors the memory of those that died that dreadful day. This is free. The museum has a charge and takes roughly 1-2 hours to tour and I did not have time.

Very quiet and somber place.

This is amazing

(Translated by Google) Really emotional! (Original) Realmente emotivo!

Sad place but they did a wonderful job in creating this beautiful memorial.

Very well done exhibits helped me experience and understand a story I never knew. Visit the museum prior to the memorial for context.

Very informative. Very moving. Very well done.

Beautiful memorial to the people that lost their lives. Worth the visit for sure. It has the same kind of aura to it as the 9/11 memorial in NYC.

Wonderful experience! I highly recommend stopping by if you're looking for something to do in OKC between other events. Very interactive, emotional experience and worth it.

Well design memorial

An experience you'll never forget...Every American should see this.

Very moving memorial, I wanted to go here for years and finally found the ability to make it here

A beautifully crafted place with a sad history. A must visit to learn about the city's history. Watch the Oklahoma city documentary or read about the painful event to understand better before you visit.

Absolutely amazing, make sure you give yourself enough time to get through though there is so much to read, watch, see, and take in.

This memorial is beautiful. I am so glad I decided to stop on my way home to Nevada.

Very well done memorial.

Awesome experience but hated the tragedy

Very emotional, sobering and thought provoking experience. I recommend at least one visit to this museum/memorial.

What a great memorial loved it

We only did the 'free' tour by spending time on the grounds, it was well worth the drive and time spent. The inside tour was too pricey to justify so we can't review that. This is a must see memorial, beautiful and somber.

I had a hard time seeing this as an adult. To see the destruction of so many peoples lives, a city brought to its knees, and an overwhelming love from all around the world. I'm deeply grateful to have seen this and to have left a piece of me there. Thank you OKC

I only visited the outdoor memorial and cannot speak to the museum itself, but the memorial on its own is a sobering reminder of one of the most grievous events in American history. Part of the original building still stands, and for full effect, inside it is nestled dedication trees, a field of memorial chairs placed for each life lost (names etched at the base that lights up at night), and a clean, shallow reflecting pool. There also stands a portion of fence from the initial bombing site chainlink partition, where people still leave tokens of tribute for the fallen. In front of the museum are dozens of tiles of artwork made by children from afar when it first happened, and chalk squares for children of future generations to leave messages. Every detail is maintained. This is a beautiful, haunting must-see.

Absolutely amazing museum & memorial. The outdoor memorial & survivor tree will bring you to tears. Once u get inside the details ,& things they have along w/ testimonials from survivors will again bring u to tears. Incredible experience w/ my dad, everyone should see this

This was such a wonderful memorial to the people who died in the Oklahoma City bombing I could not believe that they still had walls from the building and that they put the memorial exactly in between those walls one chair for each person who died there. Well worth stopping by and seeing. they also had a museum but I wasn't able to go in that didn't have time since we were just passing through but I'm sure it was wonderful as well.

A stunning and honorable tribute to those who lost their lives in one of the most tragic, cowardly acts of terror in American history. In this review, I can only speak to the outdoor exhibit as I did not have time to visit the indoor portion of the exhibit. The grounds respectably recap three minutes between 9:01 AM to 9:03 AM when a large bomb exploded and changed Oklahoma City, and the nation, forever. Particularly striking are five rows of chairs representing the victims of the explosion, as well as which floor they were only the time. What is heart-wrenching is to see smaller chairs which represent children who were part of that event. On the west-side of the exhibit is a chain-link fence covered with toys, trinkets, and other memorabilia originally set there after the attack occurred. There is a special entrance for those who are mobility-challenged, as well as various stairs and other walkways. There is no charge for the outdoor exhibit and it is a scheduled stop for those taking the city-tram's downtown loop.

Really fascinating, I used the app while I was there and it added to the tour. The audio from the water meeting is spooky. Only downside is it's parallel parking on the street from what I could tell, not expensive though, not sure how hard it is to find a place during peak times. Also allow 1-1/2-2 hours if you can. I did it in 1 hr 20 min but felt rushed.

The memorial was really good!! I recommend everyone go see it!! Oklahoma did a great job for such a horrific event in U.S. history!!

I visited this museum on my second visit to Oklahoma City and I really enjoyed it! I had no idea the destruction that the domestic terrorists caused in Oklahoma City and seeing how the people of Oklahoma came together to care for each other really touched my heart. I loved the videos throughout the museum and the various interactive exhibits. I also really liked the room dedicated to the victims that had a shadow box with items that spoke to the personality of each victim. Really moving and enabled visitors to see a bit of who the victims were. I also loved the outdoor memorial and how the city let the survivors and families of the victims decide what to do with the site of the terrorist attack. I thought that really showed how considerate the city was in what happened there. The one thing I didn’t particularly understand was the random new video that’s playing right when you get off the elevators to start the museum. It was talking a lot about bullies and although I don’t have a problem with the message opposing bullies, I didn’t really understand why they start a museum that is commemorating those lost at the hands of a domestic terrorist with a discussion about bullies. Personally I had no idea what / why / when / who had even occurred at the Oklahoma City bombing, so starting a museum with an intro to bullies just made me even more confused. To me, when I think of bullies I think of school aged people, not domestic terrorists. Obviously eventually I figured out what the museum was about but I think the beginning video just diluted the overall message of the museum and personally it confused me at first.

This museum was amazing and they do a great job of telling the story of the day of and the days following. While the museum was extremely informative, the real star was the memorial itself. This was probably the most beautiful memorial I have been to in the U.S. Both the simplicity and complexity behind the meaning of it all is incredibly moving. I don't want to write a novel about all the symbology, but definitely pick up a brochure and read for yourself!

Every Oklahoman and every visitor to Oklahoma needs to visit the OKC Memorial and Museum at least once. It does a fantastic job to honor the victims, survivors, and their families and the museum is outstandingly thorough and in depth about not only the attack itself but events leading up to and afterwards. The museum has been revamped from the last time I had visited several years ago. I had mixed feelings about the revamping but ultimately, it’s even better now.

Every American should visit this place. Its an emotional roller coaster and not a journey I would classify as fun but civically we need to brave the ugly back story of this blemishing tragedy. Concurrently we should show up here and pay our respects. I bring my kids here, oh I guess maybe every 7 years. From the reflecting pool to the surviving tree - from the “Gates of Time” to the handprints of little children and the symbolic chairs - every placement of memory has purpose and gravitas. The museum is first rate and will give you a physical and intellectual sense of connectivity. You will more easily wrap your mind around what happened. You might even think you understand why it happened. As debatable as that sounds believe me, I’ve met people who think they know why this bombing took place. So make your way to the memorial. Walk along the reflection pool, sit next to the Survivor Tree, acknowledge the firm foundations of The Survivors Wall and give count to The Field of Empty Chairs. If you can pass The Memorial Fence and The Children’s Area without emotional angst you are made of sterner stuff than I am.

Touching, moving, thought provoking, and emotional. The displays and exhibits elicit a full range of emotions. I absolutely recommend visiting and supporting the museum.

I remember the headlines. This unexpectedly well done museum powerfully fills in the details. The building is gone, of course. A bit of the foundation remains, but it's hard to get a perspective on just where everything was. That's a design choice. The outside memorial is elegant and stylized. It could have been more 'You Are Here'. The pictures inside show all that. The museum itself is in the former newspaper building, which was across the street, and heavily damaged at the time. The street is now 'erased', which makes perspective difficult. Strong focus on the stories of survivors and victims with interactive displays. Lots of artifacts. Well worth the time and admission

Very emotional. The museum is very graphic and it depicted the scenes very well. I was emotionally sick to my stomach reading everything and seeing so many lives cut short and families depleted. It is amazing how much the community and country rallied together to rebuild. The memorial outside waa peaceful and serene.

It was sobering, but I'm glad that I was able to immerse myself in the whole experience. The weight of everything that happened did have me emotional. I suggest that everyone take time to visit this memorial.

I had a friend who used to work in the building and was transferred out shortly before the attack happened. I always wanted to visit and finally got around to it this weekend. Definitely worth a stop if you are in the area. Helpful hint: Visit on a Sunday and you can park in the post office lot right next to the site :)

When we went the museum was closed but the park outside was a beautiful tribute to a heartbreaking event. It was clean and respectful. Even though it was after hours it was still very informative and we definitely look forward to stopping by the next time we're in town to pay our respects.

One of the more memorable monuments and museums I've ever been to. Emotionally impactful is too weak a description and I don't think any description would be too strong. I'm old enough to remember it happening and the museum brings back the memories and connects all the dots I've forgotten about or never knew. I wholeheartedly recommend anyone going through OKC visit so we all Never Forget.

Stumbled upon this and couldn’t recommend visiting enough. While the event itself was horrible, it’s a very moving experience and in my opinion honors both the victims and the survivors fairly. Expect to spend anywhere from 2-3 hours inside. Admission is between $10-15 & the way you are taught about what happened is very informing and engaging. All the staff were very knowledgeable with all my questions and equally friendly.

It was extremely evident how much care and thought went into every detail of this memorial. We loved the focus on 9:01 and 9:03. The innocent victims of this tragedy are truly respected and remembered through this memorial - it brought tears to our eyes.

They do a great job with this difficult situation. The museum does a great job of showing the events from the time before the bomb all the way to the execution. It also tells the story of the heroes, survivors and victims. It was great to hear the stories but it is an emotional journey.

God bless. It was a tragedy that didn't need to happen. The memorial was well done, interactive, tasteful. I recommend you go, little children won't understand it, it may even be a little intense for kiddos under 12. Use your discretion.

Was not in the frame of mind to do the museum today but instead walked the park grounds. The memorial was simply beautiful and tragic at the same time when you understand what happened here. And special thanks to Ranger Dan McAfee for taking a few minutes to talk to us and answer a few of our questions. Great representative of the National Park Service.

This was a very moving experience. I was a Senior in High School when this tragedy occurred. If you want to see part of America's history, visit this memorial. It was well worth it. I was so moved by the events laid out that I stopped taking photos right before the Water Board hearing (and if you ask my family, I am always taking pictures). I wept the rest of the way through the self guided museum.

Today was my first experience at the OKCMM and it had to have been the most moving and powerful experience I've had at a museum. I arrived before they opened and used the time to walk around the site soaking in every piece of tribute and honor. The experience begins as any ordinary day, only to be met with explosions as the next door opens showing the destruction and recovery efforts. The heartstrings are in constant motion reading every piece of information and seeing the pictures as if you were on scene for the events. A couple times I had to move to a corner and breathe as emotions were in constant engagement. While there are exhibits detailing the men behind the attacks, this experience is truly focused on those who died and those who risked their lives in the recovery effort. The love and unity of Oklahoma, United States, and world truly shines in the darkness and the darkness has not overcome it. I highly recommend visiting this museum and to take your time going through the museum and grounds. This was my first time in OKC and I've experienced great museums and experiences, but this truly is a beacon of light and hope in the midst of tragedy. I will absolutely visit again anytime I am in the area.