Coal County

Coal County is located in southeastern Oklahoma and was created at statehood and named for the coal mining that was once the major industry of the county. Mementos of this era may be found in the Coal County Historical and Miners Museum in Coalgate, the county seat. Carter County contains 521 square miles with some hilly and rugged terrain “The Coal County History Book” is available from the local genealogical society in Coalgate.

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