Historical Marker

Mekasukey Academy

Located on OK-59, 4 miles southwest of Seminole, Oklahoma (Just past Ns 3540 Rd a few miles west from OK-59 & US 377) ยท Seminole

Oklahoma marker

Inscription

Established and handsome building erected by Seminole Nation. Opened for Seminole boys, 1891. "Mikasuki" was name of ancient "war" town whose people were noted for courage. From 1914, school was coeducational; closed 1930. Building later accidentally burned.

Location

AddressLocated on OK-59, 4 miles southwest of Seminole, Oklahoma (Just past Ns 3540 Rd a few miles west from OK-59 & US 377)
CountySeminole
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.188422, -96.707034

Sources

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