National Register Listing

Tuskahoma

a.k.a. Choctaw Council House;Tushka Homma;Choctaw Capitol

2 mi. N of Tuskahoma, Tuskahoma, OK
Local significance of the building:
Native American; Politics/government; Social History

Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 1970.

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Audiobooks about the history of Oklahoma.
Ada Lois Sipuel Fisher was the first Black woman to attend law school in Oklahoma. In 1946, she applied to the University of Oklahoma College of Law but was denied admission because of her race. She sued the university, and her case eventually went to the U.S. Supreme Court, which ruled in her favor. She went on to graduate from law school in 1951 and became a prominent civil rights attorney.
Oklahoma random facts
Pushmataha County is located in southeastern Oklahoma and has a rich history that dates back thousands of years. Before European settlement, the area was inhabited by various Native American tribes, including the Choctaw, who eventually became the dominant tribe in the region. The Choctaw people lived off the land, engaging in hunting, fishing, and agriculture.

In the early 19th century, the United States government began forcibly relocating Native American tribes from the Southeast to Indian Territory, which included present-day Oklahoma. The Choctaw, along with other tribes, were removed from their ancestral lands and settled in what is now Pushmataha County. This era, known as the Trail of Tears, was a dark period in American history.

During the Civil War, Pushmataha County was a divided region with loyalties split between the Union and the Confederacy. The county experienced Union occupation and Confederate raids, causing considerable hardship for the local population. After the war, the area slowly recovered and began to thrive again.

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the discovery of coal and timber resources brought economic growth to Pushmataha County. Many mining and logging operations were established, attracting workers and boosting the local economy. The county also saw the expansion of the railroad network, which facilitated transportation of goods and people. Today, Pushmataha County continues to embrace its historical roots and offers a mix of natural beauty, diverse culture, and a close-knit community.

This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Pushmataha County, Oklahoma.

  • 1800s - Pushmataha County is originally home to Native American tribes such as the Choctaw Nation.
  • 1820s - The Choctaw Nation signs the Treaty of Doak's Stand, ceding land to the United States government.
  • 1830s - The Choctaw Nation is forcibly removed from their ancestral lands as part of the Trail of Tears.
  • 1873 - Pushmataha County is established as a county in the Indian Territory.
  • 1883 - The St. Louis and San Francisco Railway is extended into Pushmataha County, promoting growth and development.
  • 1907 - Pushmataha County becomes part of the newly formed state of Oklahoma.
  • 1920s - The Great Depression hits Pushmataha County, causing economic hardships for local residents.
  • 1940s - World War II brings an increase in demand for timber resources in Pushmataha County.
  • 1960s - Pushmataha County experiences a decline in population, as many residents move to urban areas for better job opportunities.
  • 2000s - Pushmataha County remains a rural area with a focus on agriculture and natural resource industries.