Unveiled in 1985, this bright red sculpture stands outside the west entrance of Oklahoma City's…read moreLeadership Square. It is 45 feet tall and weighs 14 tons. It is by Russian born American artist Alexander Liberman (1912-1999) and cost $300,000. Other examples of Liberman's work can be seen across the country including "Olympic Iliad" that was installed in Seattle the same year. The looping red arcs rise directly out of the plaza and lean at an angle that seem almost impossible but still feels weightless. The way the bold color loops twist upward, it makes it look like it's going to lift off the ground at any moment. The brightness truly stands out against the otherwise gray downtown blandness. Installed without a pedestal, the artwork is meant to be approached up close. It's a piece of that brightens the plaza and is one of Oklahoma City's more well-known pieces of public art. [Review 429 of 2026 - 177 in Oklahoma - 25612 overall]

There's a moment when you step into this railroad tunnel and the whole space shifts from a plain…read moreunderground spot into something bright and layered and maybe even a little surreal. Color wraps every surface, shapes fold into each other and the scale pulls you forward. Kris Kanaly spent weeks building out this space in 2017. Thousands of square feet of spray-painted abstraction that turns a simple pass-through into a space worth pausing in and the longer you stare, the more hidden bits surface. Instead of hurrying under the tracks, we slowed down as much as we could, looked around and appreciated this extensive art installation. It's immersive and thoughtful and it's a great reminder that even the most utilitarian corner of a city - a literal road tunnel under train tracks - is something memorable when someone decides to put in the effort. There is parking nearby but remember this is downtown Oklahoma City so it won't be free. [Review 428 of 2026 - 176 in Oklahoma - 25611 overall]

This blue hippo statue in Edmond, Oklahoma, is a fun and quirky roadside stop right along historic…read moreRoute 66. With its chunky, cartoonish design and relaxed pose clutching a phone, it brings a lighthearted vibe to the area and makes for a great photo op. The backdrop sign proudly welcomes you to Edmond with Route 66 shields and local landmarks, adding a bit of hometown charm to the scene. Whether you're a road-tripper, public art fan, or just passing through, this cheerful hippo delivers exactly what it's supposed to--whimsy, smiles, and a little splash of the unexpected.

A circle of community…read more Spirit Of Community Come Brother Join Us is such a beautiful sculpture that welcomes you to join in.

@OKGazette Halloween Parade is one of my favorite local events, and I've been both a spectator and…read morea participant. From a spectator standpoint, it is a fun night out, doing something totally different than you normally get to do. The floats are all really well-done, and the personalities of the groups shine through the costumes and makeup. As a participant this year, I got to see some of the behind the scenes of a very well-organized event. How you successfully wrangle that many individual groups with participants totaling into the thousands, I'll never understand. The provided a form that had to be filled out several weeks in advance, with all of our information, and that was the script the Emcees read. (The Emcees were great and their costumes were killer). They sent out a really comprehensive packet of information ahead of time, and then held an informational meeting for participants. By the time the parade arrived we still had any questions, that's our fault! I highly recommend this excellent event every year and hope it is part of the landscape for years to come.

This event is becoming one of Oklahoma City's signature events. I have been coming to it since it…read morewas known as the "Ghouls Gone Wild" parade and it never disappoints. Although I have never particpated, it is a sight to behold. The costumes, floats and genral craziness are a great departure from the everyday humdrum of OKC life. This year I got to experience it from a whole new (and what will likely be a great venue to come) perspective. The parade route was changed and it now goes mostly down the newest area of OKC to go under urban renewal - Midtown. I was fortunate enought to attend the "Cat On A Hot 10 Roof" Halloween Party in the old Packard Building (on NW 10th and Robinson). Yelpers take note...this will be one of OKCs newest rooftop bars when it fully opens, I believe they are going to just call it 10 Roof. It is a part of the new restaurant being built below it - Packard's New American Kitchen, at least that is the tentative name. Owned by the people responsible for the Interurban chain this will be a departure from their traditional burgers and beer menu and offer unique and different offerings from which they catered the Halloween party. I don't yet believe they've decided on a full menu but the bottom restaurant is ultra modern looking and the rooftop deck is divine and will not only be a place to watch the Halloween Parade but no doubt a destination on the rise. I will be glad when it finally opens and appears on yelp to be reviewed thoroughly but just a heads up - this will be another fantastic location in Midtown.

Nice little town ..... but why can't they fix the sign on Hwy 66 ... the lights in back of L U T H…read moreE R are not working and when you drive past at night, you have no idea of what city your passing. Maybe they need a new Mayor that can get simple things done. I call this STUPID if you can not get omething like this fixed. It been like this several several months.

This is a monumental bronze sculpture created by renowned Chiricahua Apache artist Allan Houser…read more(Haozous). Dedicated on June 4, 1989, it depicts a graceful Native American woman in traditional attire, holding an eagle feather fan, symbolizing the enduring legacy and contributions of indigenous peoples to Oklahoma. The title draws from historical promises made to Native Americans about their land lasting "as long as the waters flow." Standing 13.5 feet tall and 6 feet wide, it serves as a poignant reminder that the Capitol grounds were originally tribal lands.

Standing on the South Lawn of the Oklahoma State Capitol, this tall bronze statue depicts a Native…read moreAmerican woman. The sculpture was dedicated in 1989, one hundred years after the first land run. The statue is 13 feet 6 inches tall. The woman stands powerfully proud, hair braided and with an intricate necklace. Her gaze appears to be quite distant. The title of the statue refers to President Andrew Jackson's vow to Native Americans that they shall posses their land "as long as the grass grows and the rivers run." The artist is Allan C. Haozous and he has a story. He was the first child born after the release of the Chiricahua Apache tribe who were held as prisoners of war for 27 years. [Review 16238 overall - 75 in Oklahoma - 1744 of 2021.]

I've lived in OKC for many years and saw a picture of the staircase on social media. I thought it…read morewas an AI generated April Fools joke! My husband and I drove to midtown yesterday and it was amazing! Lots to do in the area and a unique sight to see!

"I could have done that!" "But you didn't!"…read more I've not seen an artwork like this and it is definitely different. This rusted fire escape is suspended between two buildings in Midtown Oklahoma City. It was salvaged from a nearby hotel and is named after the double helix of DNA that it sort of resembles. The fire escape, which originally stretched from the third floor into the basement of the hotel, was removed via crane during the renovations. After one of the building's owners saw it suspended in midair during the moving process, it was decided to preserve the spiraling structure and give it a new home in the sky above a nearby courtyard. [Review 16218 overall - 58 in Oklahoma - 1724 of 2021.]