For all ages! • 1-2 hours • Join us for a spooky night!
Dive into Oklahoma City’s past with the History & Haunts tour at the Henry Overholser Mansion. Experience 45 minutes of spine-tingling tales and historic splendor in one of the city's most iconic Victorian homes.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
45 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for most visitors with average mobility; some stair climbing required.
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History
Henry Overholser was a key figure in Oklahoma City's founding, and this mansion is one of the earliest examples of Victorian architecture in the city.
Conservation
The mansion is preserved by a local historical society committed to maintaining its structure and cultural legacy for future generations.
Preservation Oklahoma, Inc.
For all ages! • 1-2 hours • Join us for a spooky night!
Preservation Oklahoma, Inc. is an Oklahoma City-based organization focused on preserving and interpreting local architectural heritage. The organization stewards the Henry Overholser Mansion, Oklahoma City's first mansion, built in 1903, and offers public programs that open the property to residents and visitors. Preservation Oklahoma presents guided experiences that highlight the mansion's original architectural details, historical context, and the role of the Overholser family in the city's early development.
Public offerings include the Overholser Mansion Tour, which leads guests through formally preserved rooms and shares documented history of the house and its construction in 1903. For visitors seeking a different perspective, the History & Haunts program explores reported paranormal lore alongside documented historical events associated with the property. Both experiences are designed to balance historical interpretation with visitor engagement, using informed explanation and onsite artifacts to anchor each narrative.
Preservation Oklahoma partners with local stakeholders to maintain the mansion and to schedule tours and special events at the property in Oklahoma City. The organization provides scheduled public tours and occasional themed events that allow community members and visitors to experience a preserved piece of local heritage. Ticketing, schedules, and event information are published by Preservation Oklahoma through its official channels and local event listings. Visitors are encouraged to check availability before planning a visit to confirm dates and any special requirements and policies.
Location
Oklahoma City
Based in central Oklahoma
Historic Site
Overholser Mansion (1903)
City’s first mansion preserved
Tours Offered
2
Guided daytime and evening programs
Featured Program
History & Haunts
Themed evening experience
Secure tickets for guided daytime tours or the History & Haunts evening experience — limited-capacity programs that showcase Oklahoma City's preserved heritage.
Book Tickets in Advance
This popular evening tour sells out quickly, so secure your spot ahead of time to avoid disappointment.
Prepare for Stairs
The tour includes climbing stairs inside the mansion, so wear comfortable shoes and be ready for some moderate physical activity.
Arrive Early
Arrive a few minutes early at 405 NW 15th Street to check in and get settled before the tour begins.
Bring a Flashlight
A small flashlight can enhance your experience during darker portions of the tour, but check ahead if allowed.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Essential for navigating stairs and walking comfortably during the tour.
Light Jacket
Evening tours can be cool, especially in fall—bring a jacket for comfort.
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Flashlight
Helpful for seeing in dim spaces inside the mansion—check if permitted.
Camera or Smartphone
Capture photos of the historic mansion's beautiful architecture and interiors.