Claremore is a city in Rogers County in northeastern Oklahoma, in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains. The city is part of the Tulsa Metropolitan Area and home to Rogers State University. Claremore is known as the birthplace and home of early 20th-century entertainer Will Rogers. Will Rogers Memorial Museum contains artifacts, photographs, memorabilia and manuscripts from Rogers' life. J.M. Davis Arms and Historical Museum houses more than 20,000 firearms and related items. Claremore Lake is surrounded by Claremore Park, a popular local recreation spot that includes boat ramps, fishing docks, a picnic area and a 9-hole disc golf course. The Belvidere Mansion, standing on the corner of 4th and Chickasaw in Claremore, is the city landmark and the “belle” of Rogers County.

Will Rogers Memorial Museum

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J.M. Davis Arms & Historical Museum

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