Durham, Oklahoma facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Durham
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 Durham
Location in Oklahoma
Durham
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Roger Mills |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.23 sq mi (0.59 km2) |
| • Land | 0.23 sq mi (0.59 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,461 ft (750 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 21 |
| • Density | 92.11/sq mi (35.60/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
73642
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| FIPS code | 40-22100 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2805313 |
Durham is a small, rural community in Roger Mills County, Oklahoma, United States. It is an "unincorporated area," which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's managed by the county. Durham is located along State Highway 30. It's about four miles south of the Antelope Hills and the Canadian River. The border between Oklahoma and Texas is also just four miles to the west.
The community's post office first opened on May 15, 1902. Durham was named after its very first postmaster, Doris Durham Morris.
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Discovering the Break O' Day Farm & Metcalfe Museum
One of the most interesting places in Durham is the Break O' Day Farm & Metcalfe Museum. This museum is located at the former home of Western artist Augusta Metcalfe. Her old home is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places listings in Roger Mills County, Oklahoma. This means it's an important historical site.
What You Can See at the Museum
At the museum, you can see many of Augusta Metcalfe's own paintings. You can also find artworks by other artists from the region. The museum also shows what life was like for a family living in Oklahoma Territory a long time ago. It gives you a peek into their daily lives and challenges.
Nearby Historic Sites
The Antelope Hills, which are north of Durham, are also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These hills are a significant landmark in the area.
Population of Durham
Durham is a very small community. According to the 2020 United States Census, only 21 people live there.
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