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Semple served as Principal Chief from 1918-1922, served in the Oklahoma State Legislature and was very influential in the establishment of Southeastern Normal School. Additionally, his sister Dr. Anne R. Semple was awarded Poet Laureate of Oklahoma in 1945 and Southeastern Heritage Award in 2009. This museum is the realization of a dream to create a home for Southeastern\u2019s Native American Art Collection. It is the Semple Family\u2019s desire that this museum will inspire future generations to hold sacred its enduring beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Founders: Frank and Robin Semple Foundation Janie Semple Umsted Sarah Semple Brown Robert W. and Anne D. Semple Family Southeastern Oklahoma State University In loving memory of Allen William Semple, Jr. Artists: Janie Semple Umsted Erin Y. Semple<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We have an extensive collection of over 150 pieces representing more than 80 Native American artists and 30+ tribes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope you will visit us in person very soon. Individual and group appointments are available. Email or call the office to schedule, 580-745-2046 or&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:sfm@se.edu\">sfm@se.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thank you for visiting the Semple Family Museum. The museum is dedicated to the beauty, preservation, and study of Native American Art. 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