Historic Fort Reno

Historic Fort Reno, 4 mi. w. of El Reno on Bus. I-40 at 7107 W. Cheyenne St., began as a military camp in 1874 at the Darlington Indian Agency. A year later a permanent military reservation was established as a base for U.S. cavalry and infantry units. The fort also served as a frontier post, an army remount station 1908-47 and as a POW camp for captured German and Italian soldiers during World War II.

Visitors may walk through its chapel and cemetery. A visitor center features historic photographs and other memorabilia. Guided 3- to 4-hour ghost tours are offered spring through fall.

Note: As of press time the museum is closed until further notice due to COVID-19.

Guided tours are available.