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Train to Muddy Waters

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Adults
  • Registration is required for this event.
  • Registration will close on May 9, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
  • There are 67 seats remaining.

Program Description

Event Description

Celebrate National Train Day with local author Lee Briix as he presents his acclaimed historical novel Train to Muddy Waters: The Dover Oklahoma Train Wreck of 1906. Discover the harrowing true story of a Rock Island passenger train that plunged off a bridge over the Cimarron River during a catastrophic flood. Fresh off sold-out book signings across the region, Briix brings this significant piece of Oklahoma history to life through readings and engaging storytelling. Join us for a captivating exploration of this pivotal moment in local history. Q&A and book signing to follow, with copies available for purchase. 

 

 

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