Willard Stone Family Museum & Gallery provides visitors to the Grand Lake OK area an opportunity to view over 150 different wood sculptures as well as bronzes and sketches by the Cherokee artist. The museum is located in Locus Grove, Oklahoma. It is also listed as an attraction for the Pryor, Oklahoma area. The story of Willard Stone is a unique one. His father passed away while Willard was an infant and his mother worked the cotton fields. At a young age Willard was injured, but he still held a keen interest in drawing. On his way home from school, he would pick up blocks of red clay and mold them into animals and other items of nature. While entering the fair, Stone's items drew interest from the crowds. He attended college and his talent was seen in this time of his life. A studio was created for this young man where he had to space to create from his own talents. Through his college, national recognitions were given. Willard worked different jobs after finishing his college education. One particular job would open the door to a new world. Thomas Gilcrease took Stone in and there he begin to be more recognized. People were amazed at the work he provided and now he provides a view of his current sculptures at the Willard Stone Family Museum & Gallery. This Grand Lake OK attraction is a must see for everyone who enjoys the arts and seeing handmade sculptures at their best. Stone shows the love of the Indian culture and has truly expressed himself in a gifted way to the communities. For more museum information, please call 918-479-6481. The physical address for the gallery is 7980 East Highway 412, Locust Grove, Oklahoma.