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The American Pigeon Museum & Library

Tourist attraction Museum

Modern museum dedicated to the history & heritage of domestic pigeons, with exhibits & live birds. People often mention pigeons, museum, history, visit, pigeon, Museum, learn, amazing, recommend, live,


Address

2300 NE 63rd St, Oklahoma City, OK 73111

Website

www.theamericanpigeonmuseum.org

Contact

(405) 478-5155

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (157 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: Closed
  • Friday: 1 to 5 PM
  • Saturday: 10 AM to 4 PM

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  • 5/5 Scott Forsythe (Forssa's personal a. 2 years ago on Google • 277 reviews
    The American Pigeon Museum is a wonderful place to visit. It's free admission (though I highly encourage donating if you visit) for a brief and very well curated experience. The museum is clean, brightly lit, and well organized into just three major rooms, but it documents a lot of important moments in the history of this surprisingly influential bird. While it feels tucked away in the woods, it's a very short ways from the science museum if you're trying to assemble an education day.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Noah F. 1 year ago on Google • 72 reviews
    There’s a lot to learn about a simple bird. This museum is small, but jam packed with information and knowledge. My wife and I went there for our anniversary. It was worth the trip. On top of that, we got to pet some of the pigeons they had. Thankfully the birds were kept indoors and away from the heat.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Toriijean N. 1 year ago on Google • 28 reviews
    Absolutely amazing! You can learn so much about the history of pigeons dating back thousands of years ago up to now. I was excited to see the Passenger Pigeon on display as well. There is so many different works of art, sculptures, and taxidermy. The library is full of historic information and diaries. The artifacts are super cool to view. This is definitely a great place to visit and even spend some time reading the books, I highly recommend visiting here and of course getting to meet with the live pigeons. They're so soo cute♡
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Shelly C. 3 years ago on Google
    This was an unexpected gem in Oklahoma City. We thoroughly enjoyed learning about the history of pigeons. I would definitely recommend this museum to anybody who is a war buff, nature enthusiast, or history fan. The only thing that I would change would be better caging and display of the live pigeons.The tiny cages sitting out against the building in direct sunlight did not seem adequate.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 David V. 11 months ago on Google • 28 reviews
    Great little museum. Had no particular interests in pigeons but decided to check it out and I’m glad we did! Lots to learn about: racing pigeons, messenger pigeons used in battle, show pigeons. The curator working the museum was very friendly and knowledgeable and a total pigeon nerd. She’s awesome!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Clark g. 1 year ago on Google
    great place to visit for any bird lovers or people interested in military history! Tons of info and art throughout the whole museum. The employee was very friendly and the merchandise was super cute.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Falalalena 7 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    Had no idea a place like this existed but it was such a unique experience. The live birds weren't out because of the weather so I hope to go back when it's cooler just to see them. I'd definitely recommend this if you're looking for something indoor and unique to do. Museum is accessible and good for all ages.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 CatFish.Wilson 1 year ago on Google
    This place was small and only a few rooms. But the information on the history about pigeons and how they were used in delivering news is very detailed in the museum. Got to learn so much about these beautiful birds. They even have some on display to talk too. But stay far away from slappy. He isn't very nice.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kristin M. 6 months ago on Google
    Fantastic place, run by the sweetest people. Highly recommend for a fun, new learning experience!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gregg B. 9 months ago on Google
    Okay, so you think who would want to visit a pigeon museum. I asked the same question. It was excellent. There is a lot more to pigeons than a gray scavenger that you see on city streets. The displays teach a lot about the pigeon. The military used them in war. Businesses used them to communicate between offices. There are racing pigeons and fancy pigeons. There are so many different pigeons. The curator at the front desk was very knowledgeable and was excellent at answering questions. There were live pigeons of all different varieties that all looked completely different. Who knew there was so much to pigeons. This museum is worth visiting.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 ShadowRenegade 1 year ago on Google
    I've been wanting to come here for months but as they are only open on Friday and Saturday it's been hard with scheduling to actually get the chance to come down here. Was finally able to come and boy was it amazing. I absolutely love pigeons and being able to learn about their amazing history and petting the live pigeons was the most amazing experience I've ever had. Will definitely come back next time I get the chance.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Robin A. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is awesome! Free (make a donation) amazing volunteer staff. We got to hold pigeons and there is so much to see. Absolutely incredible.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Roxann L. 1 year ago on Google
    Art meets history in this small beautifully curated museum. So much information and interest in this hidden gem. This museum is visually captivating with it's collection of artifacts and art pieces. To say the staff is friendly is an understatement. Great destination for people of all ages. My teenage daughter and I agreed that the pigeon whistles display was our favorite, and I was impressed with the collection of racing timers. This place does not disappoint!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rachael K. 4 months ago on Google • 27 reviews
    Wonderful little known museum for a really cool niche bit of history. It only takes about an hour to go through if you take your time to read and look through things. Its free, but you can donate or buy merchandise to support it/the pigeons. I went home with a neat T-shirt that i absolutley love. The exhibits consisted of lots of pictures and artificats. They have a full piegon based library that you can look through and read books and binders while there. The staff were super helpful and let us pet a few of the live fancy pigeons outside while explaining about the different breeds there (pigeons are only housed there for a few hours per day so as to not be caged for too long). This whole venture solidified my want to own one of these marvelous birds who have mostly been forgotten by history. Overall, I highly recommend this place and have even convinced a few friends to go visit.

  • 5/5 Scott and M. 2 months ago on Google • 18 reviews New
    Our co op took a field trip to the American Pigeon Museum. Lauren and her husband were so informative and friendly. The kids did a scavenger hunt and had a wonderful time. We were so impressed by this Museum. The kids even got to hold and pet pigeons! What an amazing experience.

  • 5/5 Tom F. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a very nice little museum with 12 breeds of pigeons hanging out there on the weekend. Several good exhibits, a video and a history lesson.

  • 5/5 Debra H. 1 year ago on Google
    WOW. Everyone laughed when I talked about my plans to visit the museum but it was so informative and interesting. I hope everyone gets a chance to visit and support this fun little museum.

  • 5/5 Scott T. 1 year ago on Google
    Fascinating museum. I learned so much about pigeons, racing them, and their role in wartime communications.

  • 5/5 Gage M. 5 months ago on Google
    A must visit if you're in the area, you won't find a better non-profit free museum in all of Oklahoma. The staff was incredibly kind and helpful and told us the different pigeons that they kept on site as well as letting us pet them. Any parents with kids would love the pigeon Museum. Any adults with a medical card would also love the pigeon Museum

  • 5/5 Katherine D. 4 months ago on Google • 1 review
    This museum gave me one of the best experiences of my whole life. I am a huge pigeon fan but this museum is a fun time for anyone willing to learn a bit about these fascinating little guys. They’ve been a part of so much of our history, and they deserve the recognition this museum gives them!! The staff was so lovely and when they saw my pigeon enthusiasm, they took me to hold some of the birds and I even got a peek behind the curtain at their aviary, which is a totally unique privilege I will cherish forever!! Whether you’re visiting the area or have passed by this place all your life and never stepped in, I can’t recommend it enough!!!


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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