- Oklahoma Hall of Fame
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The Oklahoma Hall of Fame was established in 1927 by Anna B. Korn.[1] To be eligible for induction, an individual must satisfy the following criteria[1]:
- Reside in Oklahoma or be a former resident of the state.
- Have performed outstanding service to humanity, the State of Oklahoma and the United States.
- Be known for their public service throughout the state.
In 2000, the rules were changed to allow for posthumous nominations.
Busts and paintings of the inductees can be seen at the Gaylord-Pickens Oklahoma Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City. Among the 635 members are[2]:
- Gene Autry, singer and actor inducted as an entrepreneur
- Johnny Bench, baseball player
- James Garner, actor
- Rev. Gregory Gerrer, OSB, artist, museum founder
- Vince Gill, singer
- Woodie Guthrie, singer, songwriter and musician
- Paul Harvey, radio commentator
- Van Heflin, actor
- Mickey Mantle, baseball player
- Reba McEntire, singer
- Patti Page, singer
- Wiley Post, aviator
- Will Rogers, humorist
- Warren Spahn, baseball player
- Barry Switzer, college football coach
- Jim Thorpe, athlete
References
- ^ a b "Oklahoma Hall of Fame". Oklahoma Heritage Association. http://www.oklahomaheritage.com/HallofFame/tabid/59/Default.aspx. Retrieved November 4, 2010.
- ^ "Oklahoma Hall of Fame By Name". Oklahoma Heritage Association. http://www.oklahomaheritage.com/HallofFame/ByName/tabid/89/Default.aspx. Retrieved November 3, 2010.
Categories:- Halls of fame in Oklahoma
- State halls of fame in the United States
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