What year did Oklahoma become a state?

Oklahoma became a state on November 16, 1907. This event marked the culmination of a long process of settlement and governance following the land runs that began in the 1880s, leading to the establishment of various territories in the region. The Oklahoma Constitution was adopted in 1907, which allowed for self-governance and legitimized Oklahoma's status as the 46th state in the United States. The year signifies a significant milestone in Oklahoma's history, transforming it from a territory into a fully recognized state, laying the groundwork for its development in the following decades.