Pottawatomie County

Pottawatomie County is an administrative area in central Oklahoma with rivers including the North Canadian and Canadian rivers running through its lands. The county contains rural communities and a main urban center at Shawnee, where government services and local institutions are based.

The area became a county in 1891, formed from lands that had been assigned to Creek and Seminole peoples in earlier times. Tecumseh served as the first county seat before shifting to Shawnee as the administrative center grew.

The Benedictine monks established a mission here in the 1800s and created schools for Native American children, shaping the region's character for generations. You can still see this heritage reflected in the way education and faith remain woven into community life today.

The County Administration Building in Shawnee is where to handle official matters and get information about services during weekday hours. It's best to visit during regular business hours when all departments are available to assist you.

The Pioneer Library System runs multiple branches throughout the county, bringing books and resources to every part of the region. This approach to library service shows how rural Oklahoma communities ensure everyone has access to reading and learning materials.

Location: Oklahoma

Inception: 1891

Capital city: Shawnee

Shares border with: Lincoln County, Oklahoma County, Okfuskee County, Seminole County, Pontotoc County, McClain County, Cleveland County

Website: http://pottawatomiecountyok.com

GPS coordinates: 35.20000,-96.94000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:48