Oklahoma Historical Society

PROJECT PURPOSE

ARPA-FTS-2106 - Visitor Experience - This project will be to repair the envelope of the Mule Barn in order to stabilize the structure and prevent further deterioration from exterior elements until a site plan can be developed before proceeding with interior renovations of the building. Repairs include roof, siding, masonry, window and foundation repairs.

EVIDENCE

Our projects utilize local or regional contractors to perform the work and draw local, state and national visitation to the area thus boosting the local economy from construction activities and tourism for the area and state. Past projects have increased visitation / tourism. In 2011, the renovation project visitation was increase from 1,200 to over 10,000 people per year.

POPULATION DESCRIPTION

The communities and local businesses around this site were impacted by the state shutdown and the decline of tourism as a result of the COVID pandemic. The local communities, municipalities and businesses lost revenue from sales, lodging, taxes and other tourism related benefits. This project benefits everyone by employing local businesses to create or improve local attractions and facilities to improve local tourism and community programing.

PERFORMANCE MEASURING

ARPA-FTS-2106 - Visitor Experience - This project will be to repair the envelope of the Mule Barn in order to stabilize the structure and prevent further deterioration from exterior elements until a site plan can be developed before proceeding with interior renovations of the building. Repairs include roof, siding, masonry, window and foundation repairs.

ONGOING INVESTMENT AMOUNT

$

ONGOING INVESTMENT DESCRIPTION

None

ONGOING INVESTMENT REQUIRED

Able to continue operation without additional funding from the State of Oklahoma