The Refuge Visitor Center opened in January 1997. It encompasses 22,000 square feet of exhibit space. Dioramas and hands-on exhibits complement fine art, sculptures and exquisite taxidermy. A revolving art exhibit is on display, highlighting the works of various artists and photographers.
Location
The Visitor Center is located at the junction of State Highways 115 and 49. From I-44, exit at the Medicine Park exit and go west 14 miles. From Lawton, take U.S. 62 west to the Cache exit and go north 6 miles.
Hours of Operation
The Visitor Center is open
7 days a week from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. The Center
is closed on major holidays, including Thanksgiving Day, Christmas
Day, New Year's Day. For further information about the Visitor
Center, please contact Refuge
Headquarters.
The Center highlights the four major habitat types found on the Refuge: Rocklands, Aquatic, Mixed-grass Prairie and Cross Timbers. A night exhibit reveals the sounds after dark, while a history rail overlooks the scenery of the mountains from picture windows. The auditorium shows programs throughout the day. There is no fee for visiting the Visitor Center.
A bookstore/gift shop is also located in the Visitor Center, which offers an extensive selection of field guides and books of local interest. The gift shop is operated by the Public Lands Interpretive Association (PLIA).
