People of Oklahoma: Tirkish Gurbanov - Turkmenistan and Oklahoma

In this episode, Tirkish Gurbanov, a filmmaker from Turkmenistan, shares his story of being a newcomer to Oklahoma. He describes his home country and what he misses the most, including his favorite camel milk yogurt and the traditions he plans on passing on to his children. Where is Turkmenistan? Where in Oklahoma are they? What language do they speak? You can find the answer to these questions by watching this video.
Oklahoma is home to diverse communities. The Oklahoma Historical Society Multicultural Office (OHSMO) aims to develop programs and outreach initiatives to tell the story of Oklahoma’s diverse heritage and give voice to these historically underrepresented communities. OHSMO is currently developing the “People of Oklahoma” series to share that diversity.
A series of video interviews are being recorded to create a historical record of the voices of community leaders from a number of backgrounds. Stories of resiliency, hope, tenacity, and innovation are being added to the expansive library of live interviews, video documentaries, and oral histories in the OHS archives.
The office also holds several in-person events that include authentic traditions celebrated by the respective communities so that these cultures can be shared, appreciated, and experienced. Contact OHS Multicultural Officer Saidy Herrera at 405-522-5204 to join the conversation. Follow OHS on social media and visit www.okhistory.... to learn more.

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Well done Tirkesh Gurbanow.

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Salam gowmy yagdaylanyz