What do dynamic cultural exhibitions, spectacular native architecture, an oral history theater, and a dynamic family visitor center have in common? They are just some of the core components of one of Oklahoma’s most ambitious and cutting-edge projects to date. The American Indian Cultural Center and Museum (AICCM), a 125,000-square foot facility, is currently being constructed in the heart of Oklahoma City.

To many, the state of Oklahoma is simply just another state in the vast union of what we call the United States. However, there is much more to Oklahoma than meets the eye, such as its rich Native American culture. Oklahoma has a unique story and history that differentiates it from many other states in the U.S. “Tribal nations have stories to tell about their journeys from their ancestral homelands. Their identities are woven into what we now call the state of Oklahoma,” said Gena Timberman, executive director of the Native American Cultural and Educational Authority, which is the state agency responsible for the construction of the facility. ...

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