Situated in the Sans Bois Mountains of southeastern Oklahoma, Wilburton is the seat of Latimer County, Oklahoma. The community was established along the Butterfield Overland Mail and stage route in 1890, and was originally part of the Choctaw Nation. Wilburton was reportedly named for Will Burton, a contractor and surveyor for the railroad, who platted the townsite.
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The municipal offices, council and boards are highlighted on the city's official web site. Other resources include a community calendar and an overview of local points of interest and scheduleld events.
http://www.wilburtoncityof.com/
From the 1930 to the early 1970s, the Green Frog was a cafe in Wilburton, Oklahoma. Today, it is an annual festival that is held on the third Friday and Saturday in April. A schedule of events is posted, along with directions, registration forms, and photographs from previous events.
http://www.greenfrogfestival.com/
Part of the Southeastern Public Library System of Oklahoma, the library's location, hours of business, calendar of programs and sponsored events, and a number of online resources and research materials are featured.
http://www.oklibrary.net/wilburton/
The annual multi-day festival in Wilburton, Oklahoma is highlighted, with photographs from previous events, schedules and promotional material relating to upcoming events, food and vendor information, and contact data.
http://www.robberscavefallfestival.com/
Offering instruction in song worship, song leading, sight singing and hymn writing, the school's facilities and faculty are featured, with an outline and schedules of its courses, general information about the school, an online application and store.
http://www.singingschool.net/
The Chamber is a membership organization comprised of area businesses and professionals. Its site features a guide to local attractions, shopping venues, restaurants, lodging facilities, schools, churches and community services.
http://www.wilburtonchamber.com/
Headquartered in Wilburton, Oklahoma, the PK-12th grade public school system is highlighted, including a full calendar, contact information, and an overview of its school campuses and programs. Access to various school databases and online resources is available to parents and students of the district.
http://www.wilburton.k12.ok.us/
