I love this museum's extensive collections and workshops offered! This a great place for all, from…read morea family outing to a date night.

Only one gallery was open, the Ebb & Flow exhibit, featuring fiber arts/quilts. It was amazing. I…read morewould definitely go again to see this exhibit. I will revisit to see what else is going one there. It's a great venue. (And free.)

A great historical outing for all ages with several historic buildings, including a blacksmith…read moreshop, the impressive fully furnished historic home of Pawnee Bill and his family, a stone tower that children enjoy climbing, a large barn with antique cars, wagons, a stagecoach, and a humongous original sign that advertised the Pawnee Bill Wild West Show, plus a quality museum, a drive-through buffalo pasture, a group picnic area, a children's fishing pond, and an outdoor arena. Check the internet for dates of the many special events.

Awesome, haven't been there but the tall red head kid stands out in the rain in nothing but his…read moreunderwear singing songs about dead goats. I also hear he is good at battlefront 2 so that's good to note. Overall 10/10 to anyone who wants to go there I highly recommend it

The Blue Whale of Catoosa has been on my Route 66 bucket list for quite a while, and I'm glad we…read morefinally made the stop. At first glance, you might wonder why people travel miles to see a giant blue whale. Then you get there, walk through it, read the story behind it, and it all starts to make sense. What began as a whimsical anniversary gift from Hugh Davis to his wife Zelta has become one of the most recognizable landmarks on the Mother Road. The recent restoration is impressive. The visitor center does an excellent job sharing the history, the grounds are clean and well maintained, and the whale looks fantastic. Walking through the whale's mouth and out the tail brought out the kid in me, while the historical displays gave me a new appreciation for the people who created it. This isn't a place where you'll spend half a day--20 to 30 minutes is about right--but it's absolutely worth the stop. It's fun, nostalgic, family-friendly, and one of those Route 66 attractions you'll be talking about long after you leave. One piece of advice for fellow Oklahoma Route 66 Passport travelers: don't get so caught up exploring that you forget to get your passport stamped...like I did! ‍ No worries--the Blue Whale gave me the perfect excuse to plan another trip down Route 66.

The Blue Whale is a historic landmark along Route 66 in Catoosa, OK. It was a stop we wanted to…read moremake rain or shine during our Route 66 Centennial Celebration road trip in the Midwest. My eldest daughter and I did just that. Yes, it was raining cats and dogs. Unfortunately, we didn't get a chance to walk outside to be closer to the Blue Whale. We did our best to capture some photos from a far of its 20 feel tall and 80 feet long frame. There is a visitor center that holds the history of its loving story. We didn't get to walk inside the center either. It was slightly disappointing to come from a far and we didn't get to experience it the way we would have liked. Yes, we could have gotten out of the car and walked on over to the whale and center. However, we didn't bring an umbrella or any covering to keep us dry from the pouring rain. Lesson learned... bring an umbrella rain or shine! LOL No regrets... just fond memories of our wonderful experiences as it is meant to be. We just weren't meant to see the Blue Whale up close and personal. All good! I didn't know until after our trip that the Blue Whale of Catoosa was built in 1972 by zoologist Hugh Davis as an anniversary gift for his wife Zelta. It evolved from a private family swimming hole into a beloved free public attraction. If you ever get a chance to visit here, please give the Blue Whale a hug for me. Thank you!

According to their website, "NatureWorks is a nonprofit organization that aids in the development…read moreand conservation of wildlife preserves, introduces wildlife into new habitats, and provides education opportunities for adults and children on the values of sharing our homeland with wildlife." One of the most wonderful things this great group does is put bronze sculptures and monuments all around Tulsa and most eye-catching--along River Parks on Riverside Dr. While visiting Tulsa, I was captivated by this public art. The annual NatureWorks Art Show and Sale helps to fund much of their work. At these Art Shows, supporters can browse paintings, sculptures and wooden carvings by the top wildlife, western and landscape artists across the United States. 30% of each art sale goes toward supporting the development and conservation of Oklahoma's natural habitats, as well as the creatures who live in and depend upon those habitats. What a wonderful group! I think the sculptures along the River Parks are amazing and so is NatureWorks!

NatureWorks is a great organization that promotes wildlife conservation. Each year they have a…read morewildife art show and sale. There is something for every budget there from $10 into the thousands. It's a great, fun, cheap activity. This year the wildife art show will be held on Feb. 28 & March 1, 2009 at the Renaissance Tulsa Hotel and Convention Center. Check out http://www.natureworks.org for more info. Tickets are just $5 for adults.

"Guardian of the Plains" serves as the welcome to Sapulpa. This ginormous buffalo stands atop a big…read morepile near where Route 66 meets up with the Turner Turnpike at the north end of the city of Sapulpa. There is a small parking lot and there are sets of steps on each end of the hill if you're inclined to get up close with Mister Buffalo. The plaque indicates that it was dedicated on November 16, 2007 by the Sapulpa Chamber of Commerce in celebration of the Oklahoma Centennial 1907-2007. The sculptor was Jim Gilmore. [Review 16249 overall - 86 in Oklahoma - 1755 of 2021.]

I've walked by this store so many times after leaving 918 Maples Tacos & Cantina but had never…read morewalked in. The employee working was outside enjoying the nice day and she said hi to me. I took this as a sign and finally checked it out. I'm so glad I did! It was a slow day so I took my time to walk all around the store while asking questions. Turns out it's an artist co-op nonprofit. Several artists came together to start it in 2020 to showcase unique creations and offer one-of-a-kind, handmade and specialty items from 40+ local artists and artisan makers. The name was inspired by Leon Russell's "Hummingbird" song, which is appropriate since the Church Studio is a block away. You can find a wide array of items, from clothing and jewelry, to glasswork, mosaics, pottery, photographs, woodwork, and more. I found a really cute fall mini frame, bead earrings, and a sun catcher, all one of a kind, beautiful, and affordable. If you like a particular artist, they have all their cards at the register. They accept special requests and commissions, and are also able to ship. They display artwork from Tulsa Public School students and have special art events, and workshops. Follow them on Facebook for updates!

Tulsa has needed a place like this for a long time. It is a wonderful studio with everything…read moreunique and handmade. It has wonderful gifts and cards perfect for birthdays or presents for any occasion... I am going to do all of my Christmas shopping at Hummingbird this year! Don't miss out on their Second Saturday's- so much fun!!!

The plaza district is covered with murals and paintings along with street art and all different…read moretypes of art work to get your attn. The colors really pop when the sun is out. Each one tells a story or is associated with the business it's located by. Always a good time and good eats or just enjoying the art.

Take the time to check out the Plaza Walls! They are unique to the Plaza District. Different…read moreartists are highlighted.

If you've been in my circle for any length of time, then you likely already know that I'm quite…read moreinvolved in social justice work and commit quite a bit of my time to the area of violence prevention. As I began winding down my most established event, the Tenderness Tour, I began exploring ways to remain active without the ongoing physical demand of touring. As a lover of labyrinths, I decided to begin exploring the idea of building a labyrinth. For a while, I looked specifically at building a heart-shaped labyrinth. Eventually, I made my way to the relatively small town of Tonkawa, Oklahoma - currently noted as the home for the only heart-shaped labyrinth known as the "Heart in the Park Labyrinth." It is easily one of my favorite labyrinths in the country. Tonkawa artist Audrey Schmitz began envisioning the labyrinth in 2006 as Oklahoma neared its centennial celebration. The town supported the vision and internationally recognized labyrinth builder Marty Kermeen was contracted. Ground was broken in November 2006. On Valentine's Day 2007, a personalized paver campaign began. Kermeen worked with British labyrinth historian (NOTE: I want that title) Jeff Saward to design the labyrinth - the only public one of its kind in the world and one of four park labyrinths in Oklahoma. Construction began on May 16, 2007 and was completed on June 3, 2007. However, Kermeen returned in September to install the entry plaza and Grand Heart Walk with personalized pavers. The Heart in the Park Labyrinth has a 45-foot diameter and a seven circuit dual path. The golden limestone crossover crowning the goal features river flint from the historic Yellow Bull Crossing and a walking path outlining the labyrinth is bordered by a timeline of 100 engraved pavers recording Tonkawa's history from 1879 to the present. Brick plaques spell out the word Tonkawa and the phrases They All Stay Together and Wheatheart of Oklahoma. Heart in the Park is considered a permanent public, interactive art installation in Tonkawa, Oklahoma. It's not easy to tell from photos, but Heart in the Park is actually located inside Centennial Park. This allows it to get a lot of use and for special events to unfold around it. As I continue to move toward developing a labyrinth here in Indianapolis, the Heart in the Park Labyrinth remains one of my favorite labyrinths that I've visited and experienced.

Billy Joel's famous song - Uptown District - with his beloved model wife Elle MacPherson in the…read morevideo (who was like, 3 feet shorter than him), was about this OKC neighbourhood. True story. The Uptown neighbourhood is really great and rivals Plaza in some ways (not others) as the coolest neighbourhood in town. You have Tucker's Onion Burgers (my fave location) which are delicious - and then right next door you have a bunch of some of the best Chinatown stuff you can imagine in such a small City like Oklahoma City. Chinatown is technically separate from Uptown, but they're neighbours, so it works out. The Chinatown here is really growing and is surprisingly awesome. Try Quoc Bao for Banh Mi sandwiches, and the smoothies (Honeydew, Berry, Taro Coconut, Mocha) at Bambu. Now if you'll excuse me I have to hang out with Alexa Rae Joel.

Oh how I love this Uptown 23rd District- OKC! Let me count the ways!…read more First of all, there is The Drake. They have amazing oysters and mignonettes. Then there is 23rd Street Body Piercing. They will pierce your ears, nose and whatever else you can think of! Then there is Pizzeria Gusto, Thai House II, The Bunker Club, The Pump, T: an Urban Teahouse, etc. In other words, there is something for everyone.