Philbrook Museum of Art. Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.
TULSA DOWNTOWN MAP
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GREENWOOD CULTURAL CENTER TULSA THEATER
JOHN HOPE FRANKLIN RECONCILIATION PARK
FIELD WOODY GUTHRIE CENTER
BOB DYLAN CENTER
JAZZ HALL OF FAME
TULSA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER CITY HALL
TULSA TRANSIT DENVER AVENUE STATION
GREENWOOD RISING BLACK WALL ST. HISTORY CENTER
GRAYHOUND BUS STATION
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ROUTE 66
THE CAPITAL OF ROUTE 66®
Tulsa County’s 28-mile stretch of Route 66 keeps things fresh with new neons, shops and restaurants opening left and right.
DECOPOLIS
DISCOVITORIUM & TULSARAMA decopolis.net
An Art Deco themed “town square” and mini-Museum, plus the DECOPOLIS Discovitorium filled with fantastical science décor and gifts.
BUCK ATOM’S COSMIC CURIOS buckatomson66.com
A gift shop celebrating the magic of the Mother Road. Find Route 66 inspired apparel, home accessories, arts and more.
ROUTE 66 HISTORICAL VILLAGE
route66village.com
Located in Southwest Tulsa, this open-air museum offers a unique experience educating visitors about Tulsa’s history in the oil, refining and transportation industries. Their Visitor’s Center is a replica of a 1920’s Phillips 66 gas station, which pairs nicely with their towering 154-foottall oil derrick–the tallest oil derrick in North America.
Boulevard and Riverside Drive honoring Cyrus Avery, the “father of Route 66.” Stop by to enjoy a taste of Tulsa art deco and take some great photos.
MOTHER ROAD MARKET & SHOPS AT MRM
motherroadmarket.com
CYRUS AVERY CENTENNIAL PLAZA & CYRUS AVERY PLAZA SOUTHWEST visittulsa.com/cyrus-averycentennial-plaza Route 66 bronze statues, plaza, park, Skywalk and pedestrian bridge located on Southwest
A vibrant food hall where you can enjoy local favorites, new concepts and rotating residents of the Kitchen 66 food incubator program. Enjoy a full-service bar and an expansive patio with outdoor seating, a Route 66-themed mini golf course and more!
Cyrus Avery Plaza. Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.
Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.
Courtesy of Decopolis.
JOSEY RECORDS
joseyrecords.com
With major music city vibes, Josey Records in the Meadow Gold District offers vinyl records along with turntables, CDs, tapes, apparel, and other music accessories.
MEADOW
GOLD DISTRICT
meadowgolddistrict.com
Main Street-style shopping on the Mother Road.
The locally owned spots and public art on this stretch of Route 66 offer some of Tulsa’s most eclectic shopping, dining and views.
MEADOW GOLD MACK (NEW)
meadowgoldmack.com
There’s a new face coming to the Mother Road: Meadow Gold Mack—the friendly Lumberjack. This market is home to over 20 artists and shops under one roof and is filled with merch from Tulsa favorites.
THE BLUE WHALE
visittulsa.com/blue-whale
One of the wackier Route 66 roadside attractions, the Blue Whale of Catoosa is a classic photo op with frequent festivals. This is a must-see for superfans of the Mother Road.
THE SKY GALLERY theskygallery.com
Proudly showcasing Oklahoma goods, the Sky Gallery boasts local art and crafts including blown glass, wood carving, baskets, jewelry, sculptures, fiber art, mosaics, ceramics, paintings, stained glass, and more.
ROUTE 66 RISING
visittulsa.com/ route-66-rising
Dedicated in 2019, Route 66 Rising is an impressive sculpture measuring over 30 feet high and 70 feet long. Find this Instagramable stop at the Avery Traffic Circle.
SOUTHWEST
TRADING COMPANY
facebook.com/ southwestnativegoods
A Native-owned family business, Southwest Trading Company offers Native American made and handmade items. With apparel, jewelry, candles and more, this is the perfect spot for you to find a gift for anyone.
Courtesy of Mother Road Market.
Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.
Courtesy of Southwest Trading Company.
Route 66 Rising. Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.
Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.
Courtesy of Meadow Gold Mack
ART + CULTURE
BLACK WALL STREET MURAL visittulsa.com/bws-mural
By Donald “SCRIBE” Ross, artist, and Chris “SKER” Rogers, project manager. Located on the south wall of I-244, it borders the parking lot of the Greenwood Cultural Center at 322 N. Greenwood Ave.
PUTTING THE “ART” IN ART DECO
Tulsa’s skyline alone is a thing of beauty with breath-taking art deco at every turn. As you close in for further examination, each building, alley and brick has something unique and meaningful to say. If you have time, be sure to check out a mural tour or peruse one Tulsa’s fine art or history museums.
MURALS
WOODY GUTHRIE MURAL woodyguthriecenter.com
Mural by Clean Hands on the side of the Woody Guthrie Center in the Tulsa Arts District. More info on page 35.
WORLD’S LARGEST AUGMENTED REALITY MURAL majesticmural.com
Spanning approximately 15,000 sq. ft. on the east and north sides of the Main Park Plaza parking garage, 410 S. Main St. Scan this QR Code while you visit, or find it at the website above.
Courtesy of Root Tulsa.
Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.
A Greenwood District must-see.
Located in the Tulsa Arts District.
MUSEUMS
PHILBROOK
MUSEUM OF ART
philbrook.org
Nestled on 25 acres of pristine gardens, offering world-class art in a villa that transports visitors to the Italian countryside. Houses a sprawling collection of American, Renaissance and Baroque art, including one of the most comprehensive surveys of 20th Century Indigenous art in the U.S. The historical home of Waite and Genevieve Phillips features an addition with auditorium, Kitchen 27 restaurant, library and educational studios. Reserve admission in advance online and plan to spend half a day there if you can.
Kehinde Wiley (American, b. 1977).
EquestrianPortraitofPhilipIV , 2017.
TULSA HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM tulsahistory.org
Located in the historic Sam Travis mansion with rotating exhibit galleries featuring stories from Tulsa’s past. Their wide ranging collection includes over 200,000 photographs, books, maps, historical costumes, architectural elements, and fine and decorative arts. In addition, the museum’s Vintage Garden invites visitors to stroll among the flowers, trees and historical Tulsa artifacts.
LIVING ARTS OF TULSA
Livingarts.org
This gallery offers creative workshops, performances, exhibitions, films/videos, demonstrations of current art, lectures, related educational activities and research in its mission to present and develop contemporary art forms in Tulsa.
108 CONTEMPORARY 108contemporary.org
A gallery that strives to educate and develop connections within the Tulsa community by drawing attention to contemporary pieces found in Oklahoma and from around the world. This non-profit community arts organization supports Oklahoma’s contemporary fine craft artists; connecting them with audiences and opportunities.
ARTS + CULTURE
Courtesy of Philbrook Musuem.
Philbrook formal gardens. Courtesy of Philbrook Musuem.
ART + CULTURE
+ MORE
HENRY ZARROW CENTER FOR ART AND EDUCATION utulsa.com/zarrow
The Zarrow Center is a dynamic arts anchor with exhibitions offered by The University of Tulsa’s School of Art. Shows include exhibits featuring the artwork of local, regional and nationally recognized emerging artists.
TULSA FOUNDATION FOR ARCHITECTURE
tulsaarchitecture.org
Tulsa Foundation for Architecture offers walking tours highlighting some of downtown Tulsa’s architectural treasures. Docents point out features of unique buildings and offer historical perspectives. On any given tour, you might see beautiful examples of Art Deco, Beaux Arts, Gothic Revival and Mid-Century Modern buildings.
TULSA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER tulsapac.com
The Tulsa Performing Arts Center (TPAC) is located in Tulsa’s historic downtown. With four theaters, a studio space and a large reception hall, the TPAC has hosted many Broadway tours, popular artists, local talent and functions like recitals.
Event Highlights
Looking for more events? Go to page 19.
FIRST FRIDAY ART CRAWL
visittulsa.com/first-friday-art-crawl
This monthly event features galleries, studios and museums as well as the part-time galleries in various shops opening their doors to show art. The Art Crawl is held on the first Friday of the month and is open from 6 - 9 p.m.
TULSA INTERNATIONAL MAYFEST tulsamayfest.org
A Tulsa tradition since 1973, Mayfest is a springtime art and music festival that takes place in the Tulsa Arts District and historic Greenwood
District. Hundreds of artists and musicians will descend upon downtown to dazzle thousands of festival goers with their work. Food trucks line the streets as festivities ensue all weekend long.
Learn more about one of the world’s best collections of art deco architecture with a tour from the Tulsa Foundation for Architecture.
Courtesy of Tulsa Mayfest.
PRESS YOUR LUCK
With three of the best casinos and resorts imaginable, not a single choice is a gamble.
RIVER SPIRIT CASINO RESORT
riverspirittulsa.com
A luxurious hotel rising 27 stories high with retail, a convention center, a showroom for live entertainment and sporting events plus VIP suites. The Margaritaville Casino is packed with 850 electronic games and 27 live table and poker games. Try two-story Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville restaurant or Ruth Chris’s Steakhouse, and don’t miss the resort pool cabana experience.
OSAGE CASINO HOTEL
osagecasino.com
Offers a world-class casino experience, from the rush of the high-stakes tables to electronic gaming options. Experienced chefs bring extraordinary care and attention to their dining options. Book a stay in their brand-new hotel, and try to catch a show at the Skyline Event Center while you’re there!
hardrockcasinotulsa.com
Try more than 2,400 of the newest and most popular electronic games and enjoy Northeast Oklahoma’s largest non-smoking gaming floor. Their resort features a 19-story luxury hotel with more than 350 rooms and suites with an additional 100 suites in a stunning 10-story smoke-free hotel tower.
GAMING + CASINOS
HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO TULSA
Courtesy of River Spirit Casino Resort.
Courtesy of River Spirit Casino Resort.
Courtesy of Osage Casino Hotel.
Courtesy of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa.
OUTDOORS + EXPLORE
EXPLORE GREEN COUNTRY
With the largest privately funded park on the planet – and equally impressive natural outdoor locations all over – Tulsa is one of those cities where you could spend all week outside. Good luck not falling in love.
TULSA BOTANIC GARDEN
tulsabotanic.org
An all-season oasis blooming in the Osage Hills just eight miles northwest of Tulsa. The Lakeside Promenade gracefully encompasses a seven-acre lake, and the Cross Timbers Trail provides a 1.5 mile hike through the native prairie and forest.
TULSA ZOO tulsazoo.org
A fun and affordable destination where families can connect. Located in Mohawk Park, the Tulsa Zoo’s beautiful 85 acres are home to more than 400 species–many rare and endangered in the wild. Visit immersive exhibits like the Mary K. Chapman Rhino Reserve; learn more about your favorite animals during daily keeper chats; or enjoy the scenery during a trip on the train.
GUTHRIE GREEN guthriegreen.com
The beating heart of Tulsa’s Arts District, Guthrie Green is an urban green space and performance venue that
Gathering Place. Courtesy of PQ Multimedia.
Courtesy of the Tulsa Zoo.
Courtesy of the Tulsa Botanic Garden.
Courtesy of the Guthrie Green.
celebrates its 10th anniversary this year frequently hosts food trucks and free events such as movie nights, yoga, concerts and fitness bootcamps.
CREEK NATION
COUNCIL OAK PARK
visittulsa.com/council-oak-park
After surviving forcedremoval from their ancestral homelands, the Creek Nation’s Locvpoka (Locapoga) Tribal Town established their new home at the historic Council Oak tree, which still stands within the park grounds in downtown Tulsa.
TURKEY MOUNTAIN URBAN WILDERNESS AREA
visittulsa.com/turkey-mountain
A recreational treasure, Turkey Mountain encompasses several hundred acres of rugged land less than a 15-minute drive from downtown. Turkey Mountain offers an escape from city life via a thick canopy of trees–and miles of hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and running trails. A map of the marked trails is located near the trailhead, along with signage describing the varying degrees of difficulty for some of the trails. Downloadable maps are available at riverparks.org.
RIVER PARKS TRAILS
riverparks.org
The 26 miles of all purpose trails run from downtown Tulsa south along the Arkansas River on the east and west banks with parking, restrooms, play equipment and furnished rest stops along the way.
KEYSTONE ANCIENT FOREST
visittulsa.com/keystone-ancient-forest Oklahoma’s first and only forest included in the national Old-Growth Forest Network. Hiking hours are 7AM to 2PM on Thursdays and 7AM to 6PM Friday - Sunday.
GATHERING PLACE
gatheringplace.org/spring-guide Riverfront park offering world-class experiences for all ages with no entry fee. Climb on larger-than-life cranes in the Chapman Adventure Playground or take in the downtown Tulsa skyline while soaring on Swing Hill. Yearround programming includes children’s activities, live music, art shows, sports events and so much more.
THIS MACHINE
thismachinetulsa.com
This Machine bike share provides a high quality, convenient and affordable bicycle transit system.
With the This Machine app, locals and visitors alike can rent from a system of 200+ electric pedal-assist bicycles from 45+ conveniently located kiosks along bikeable areas around midtown and downtown.
These bikes are perfect for getting from downtown Tulsa to Gathering Place, and are also now available in the Broken Arrow Rose District!
OUTDOORS + EXPLORE
Courtesy of Turkey Mountain.
Courtesy of Gathering Place.
Runners on River Trails East. Courtesy of the Tulsa Run.
Courtesy of This Machine.
SPORTS SEASON
TULSA IS A SPORTS CITY.
From soccer to the saddle, Tulsa boasts sports galore. Catch some of the action at any of these offerings, or find more info at visittulsa.com/events.
PROFESSIONAL
TULSA DRILLERS
milb.com/tulsa
Take your date out to the ball game and watch the Tulsa Drillers play downtown at ONEOK Field! Games frequently include discount nights, fireworks displays, giveaways and more.
TULSA OILERS
tulsaoilers.com
Find Tulsa’s professional ice hockey team, who play in the East Coast Hockey League, at the BOK Center. An evening at an Oilers game is a guarantee for some exciting action on the ice. You may think Tulsa’s too hot for hockey and if that’s the case, maybe the Oilers are too hot for you.
BMX
usabmx.com
This beautiful new structure located in Tulsa’s historic Greenwood District boasts an incredible display of BMX history and gear, plus an athlete training space. Stands next door to the Hardesty National BMX Stadium.
LIVESTOCK/EQUINE
exposquare.com
Each year national and international horse exhibitions and shows fill the calendar at the state-of-the-art Expo Square. You’ll see just about every breed–from Arabians to Pintos. Experience rodeos, barrel racing and calf roping events. Plus, check out summertime quarter horse racing at nearby Fair Meadows.
Courtesy of Tulsa Drillers.
Courtesy of Tulsa Oilers.
Courtesy of Phil Clarkin.
FC TULSA fctulsa.com
Tulsa’s premier professional soccer team playing in the USL Championship at ONEOK Field in downtown Tulsa. Supports a thriving regional soccer ecosystem and puts on an excellent fireworks display.
TULSA OILERS (INDOOR FOOTBALL)
tulsaoilersfootball.com
Experience indoor football at the BOK Center with the Tulsa Oilers. Kicking off their first season in 2023, the Tulsa Oilers indoor football team guarantees fun for any sports fan.
COLLEGIATE
Tulsa hosts regional and national tournaments throughout the year including events like the NCAA Wrestling Championships, to the USA Taekwondo Central Grand Prix. Learn more at tulsasports.org
Additionally, The University of Tulsa and Oral Roberts University offer the best of competitive sports on the collegiate level. For ticket information, visit tulsagoldenhurricane.com for University of Tulsa or oruathletics.com for Oral Roberts University.
SPORTS SEASON
RACING
tulsaracewaypark.com
Catch races at Osage Casino Tulsa Raceway Park and Hallett Motor Racing Circuit. Calendar available at tulsaracewaypark.com
GOLF visittulsa.com/golf
The only city to host the PGA Championship five times, Tulsa is home to golf galore. From laid-back minigames at GolfSuites in Jenks, to championship-level terrain at Southern Hills Country Club, Tulsa has a golf experience for you. You can even head out to Cedar Ridge Country Club in Broken Arrow, who recently hosted LIV Golf, or see the view of the Tulsa skyline from the historic Tulsa Country Club course.
Courtesy of ONEOK Field.
TULSA SOUND
TULSA’S MUSIC SCENE
Find music every night of the week in Tulsa’s iconic venues.
LEGENDARY VENUES
NOMINATED 9 TIMES FOR “POLLSTAR ARENA OF THE YEAR” IN 14-YEAR HISTORY pollstar.com/venue/bok-center-278083
BOK CENTER bokcenter.com
When the world’s most renowned performers come to town, they come to the BOK Center. The 18,000+ seat arena transformed Tulsa’s downtown landscape, spurring economic growth and development, all by hosting today’s hottest names in music and entertainment, including Madonna, Lady Gaga, Reba McEntire, Katy Perry, Justin Bieber, Paul McCartney and Jason Aldean.
CAIN’S BALLROOM cainsballroom.com
An iconic dance hall and concert venue since the 1930s, Cain’s still attracts top performers from Green Day to Tech N9ne, who are honored to share the same
stage with former legends. Numerous fundraisers, charity balls and private events are held here each year. Doubles as a rentable event venue for banquets, parties, weddings and more.
TULSA THEATER tulsatheater.com
A historic concert hall completed in 1914, the Tulsa Theater was originally designed to serve as the city’s Municipal Auditorium and has since hosted some of the world’s greatest musicians and entertainers. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979, the Tulsa Theater has hosted musicians including Chicago, Al Green, Buddy Holly, B.B. King, Weezer and Vance Joy.
Photo by Phil Clarkin. Courtesy of George Kaiser Family Foundation.
Courtesy of Phil Clarkin.
Cain’s Ballroom Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography
Courtesy of the Tulsa Theater.
The BOK Center Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.
UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL
VANGUARD
thevanguardtulsa.com
Catch your favorite artist here before they’re selling out arenas! The Vanguard is a popular spot among locals for reasonably priced shows without a bad seat in the house. Get up close and personal with the next big band.
THELMA’S PEACH thelmaspeach.com
Keeping it peachy as one of Tulsa’s newest music venues.
SOUNDPONY LOUNGE thesoundpony.com
A bicycle-themed dive bar with funky decor and a regular local crowd, there’s not many places in town that have quite the energy of a show at Soundpony.
THE SHRINE tulsashrine.com
The Shrine is a classic Tulsa bar and music venue at the popular 18th and Boston hub home to restaurants and other night spots. Every night, enjoy live music, friendly bartenders and a unique vibe unmatched anywhere else in town.
BLACKBIRD ON PEARL
blackbirdonpearl.com
Head here for open mics, stand-up comedy and more.
MAGGIE’S MUSIC BOX
maggiesok.com
Hidden, slightly cajun gem in Jenks.
MERCURY LOUNGE
mercuryloungetulsa.com
Another 18th and Boston spot boasting music every night. A converted gas station and Tulsa classic boasting an open patio, covered patio, fireplace, pool table and old school juke box, and hosts some of the best live original music in town.
THE COLONY colonytulsa.com
For more than 60 years, The Colony has been a staple of the Tulsa music community. This Britishthemed local classic is nestled in Midtown and hosts live original music every night.
LOWDOWN
lowdowntulsa.com
Looking to jazz things up? Head to LowDown in the Tulsa Arts District. This 21+ underground spot is a guaranteed good time.
MUSIC HISTORY
BOB DYLAN CENTER
bobdylancenter.com
Offering unprecedented access to the creative life of one of America’s most important and influential artists, the facility houses and exhibits more than 100,000 exclusive cultural treasures created and owned by Bob Dylan. The center provides programming, performances and special displays showcasing the artist’s message and impact.
THE CHURCH STUDIO
thechurchstudio.com
Formerly Grace Methodist Episcopal Church founded in 1915, Church Studio was purchased in 1972 by legendary musician Leon Russell, who transformed the building into a recording studio. The birthplace of the Tulsa Sound was
TULSA SOUND
recently restored by owners Ivan Acosta and Teresa Knox and opened in 2021 as a world-class recording studio and event space on the vibrant Studio Row.
WOODY GUTHRIE CENTER
woodyguthriecenter.org
A museum and center for inspiration, the Woody Guthrie Center offers three spaces: the temporary gallery is perfect for catered receptions, the classroom accommodates group meetings and the theater is an intimate space for performances or presentations.
Courtesy of Phil Clarkin.
Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography.
Courtesy of the Bob Dylan Center
EDUCATION + LEARNING
HISTORIC GREENWOOD DISTRICT
GREENWOOD CULTURAL CENTER
greenwoodculturalcenter.org
A monument to the Greenwood citizens who created a renowned and respected community despite formidable odds. Experience life in historic Greenwood through photos and stories from Tulsa Race Massacre survivors, a restored home that originally belonged to survivors and much more.
JOHN HOPE FRANKLIN RECONCILIATION PARK jhfcenter.org/reconciliation-park Features Hope Plaza–a 16-foot granite structure with three bronze sculptures–depicting actual images from the Tulsa Race Massacre. The 25-foot Tower of Reconciliation at the center of the park tells the powerful stories of Oklahoma’s earliest Black residents and the history of Black Wall Street.
GREENWOOD RISING
greenwoodrising.org
A state-of-the-art history center located at the heart of the historic Greenwood District honoring the legacy of Black Wall Street before and after the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921, Greenwood Rising allows visitors to explore and connect with Greenwood District history through an immersive journey using projection mapping, holographic effects, and environmental media.
PATHWAY TO HOPE
greenwoodrising.org/pathway-to-hope
A direct walking route between John Hope Franklin Reconciliation Park and other sites in the core of the Greenwood District. The pathway symbolically reconnects a Greenwood District bisected by I-244 during Tulsa’s urban renewal phase.
Greenwood Guided Tours:
JOHN
FRANKLIN CENTER FOR RECONCILIATION jhfcenter.org/guided-tours
Courtesy of Tyler Layne Photography
Greenwood Rising. Courtesy of Chris Creese.
FOR KIDS + KIDS AT HEART
OKLAHOMA AQUARIUM okaquarium.org
Underwater experiences await you throughout galleries featuring aquatic life from our oceans, rivers, lakes and streams. See the largest bull shark collection in the world through a unique walk-through tunnel and dome. Crawl through the Kelp Forest and Discovery Caves and Extreme Amazon to come face-to-face with exotic stingrays, iguanas and fish from these habitats.
URBAN AIR TRAMPOLINE & ADVENTURE PARK urbanair.com
This is the ultimate indoor adventure park where kids of all ages can explore thrilling attractions, challenge their body and mind, and most importantly…have a blast!
TULSA AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM & PLANETARIUM tulsamuseum.org
Launch back in time and experience Tulsa’s aerospace history. Enjoy the unique opportunity to look at vintage planes while also taking delight in the many interactive exhibits. Fly on a jet simulation, maneuver robotic arms like an astronaut in space and more!
DISCOVERY LAB discoverylab.org
In a state-of-the-art building next door to the Gathering Place, the Discovery Lab provides unique programming for children in middle-school and younger geared toward developing their creativity, critical-thinking, problem-solving and collaboration skills. With a labyrinth of tunnels, a slide made from packing tape, science demos, The WorkShop, Science Lab, and so much more, Discovery Lab is a place where kids and their families can make, learn, explore, and design things using real stuff in new and different ways. Inspired by best practices in informal learning.
ADMIRAL TWIN DRIVE-IN admiraltwindrivein.com
Head down memory lane at the Admiral Twin Drive-In theater. Originally opened as a single screen in 1951, the theater added a second screen a year later–thus earning the name Admiral Twin. The theater is full of history, located right off historic Route 66 and having been featured in Francis Ford Coppola’s classic film ‘The Outsiders.’
EDUCATION + LEARNING
Courtesy of Tulsa Air and Space Museum.
Courtesy of Admiral Twin Drive-In.
Courtesy of Discovery Lab.
Courtesy of Oklahoma Aquarium.
EDUCATION + LEARNING
EXPAND YOUR UNDERSTANDING
Tulsa offers some of the finest (and funnest) educational opportunities to make any trip more eye-opening. Whether solo or in a group, young or not-so-young, there is something to learn around town for everyone.
CONTINUED LEARNING
THE OUTSIDERS HOUSE MUSEUM theoutsidershouse.com
Immerse yourself in Tulsa history with a visit to the set of the cult-classic movie ‘The Outsiders.’ Offering behind-thescenes stories, memorabilia and more, the Outsiders House Museum just northeast of downtown Tulsa is a timetraveling experience that’s worth a trip even if you’ve never seen the movie.
TOURS OF TULSA toursoftulsa.com
Walk over and under the streets of downtown Tulsa through buildings built in Tulsa’s oil boom days. Tours of Tulsa can customize an itinerary
specifically for you and your group with a guided tour to fit your schedule.
DENNIS R. NEILL EQUALITY CENTER okeq.org
Established in 1995, the Equality Center serves the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender and allied community and is one of the largest centers of its kind in the region. The center is owned and operated by Oklahomans for Equality and includes an event center, a full-service lending library, a wellness center and more.
SHERWIN MILLER MUSEUM OF JEWISH ART jewishmuseumtulsa.org
Contains the Southwest’s finest collection of Judaica, with priceless items nearly 4,000 years old. An extraordinary Holocaust Collection emphasizes the experiences of survivors who came to live in Oklahoma, as well as Oklahomans who participated in the liberation of the Nazi concentration camps.
TULSA TOURS tulsa.tours
Explore the skyscrapers of downtown Tulsa, built by the oilers who left their lasting imprint on the skyline. Discover hidden tunnels, or hear the story of the Greenwood District and Black Wall Street with Tulsa Tours!
Courtesy of Root Tulsa.
Courtesy of Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art.
Courtesy of Phil CLarkin.
Philtower Tunnel. Courtesy of Root Tulsa.
OUR EVENTS WILL HAVE YOU COMING BACK ALL YEAR ROUND.
Jam-packed with things to do seven days a week, you’ll be hard pressed to not find something fun or interesting.
Spring
ARNIE’S ANNUAL ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION arniesbar.com/st-patricksday
JAMES E. MCNELLIE’S ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION mcnellies.com
KILKENNY’S IRISH PUB ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION tulsairishpub.com
ELOTE CINCO DE MAYO STREET FESTIVAL elotecafe.com/happenings
BLUE DOME DISTRICT CINCO DE MAYO FESTIVAL bluedomedistrict.com
TULSA INTERNATIONAL MAYFEST tulsamayfest.org
Summer
JUNETEENTH tulsajuneteenth.org
TULSA TOUGH tulsatough.com
ROUTE 66 ROAD FEST route66roadfest.com
FOLDS OF HONOR FREEDOMFEST freedomfesttulsa.com
JENKS BOOMFEST riverwalktulsa.com/events
GREAT TULSA RAFT RACE tulsaraftrace.com
Fall
TULSA PRIDE tulsapride.org
TULSA STATE FAIR tulsastatefair.com
TULSA OKTOBERFEST tulsaoktoberfest.org
TULSA RUN runsignup.com/Race/OK/ Tulsa/TulsaRun
WILLIAMS ROUTE 66 MARATHON route66marathon.com
Winter
TULSA BOTANIC GARDEN OF LIGHTS tulsabotanic.org
LUCAS OIL TULSA SHOOTOUT tulsashootout.com
PHILBROOK FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS philbrook.org/visit/ fundraising/festival
GATHERING
PLACE WINTER WONDERLAND gatheringplace.org/events
ARVEST WINTERFEST tulsawinterfest.com
Courtesy of Tulsa Oktoberfest.
Courtesy of Tulsa Juneteenth
Courtesy of Tulsa Tough.
Courtesy of Tulsa Botanic Garden of Lights.
Courtesy of Tulsa Mayfest.
STAY + PLAY
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HOLIDAY INN & SUITES - TULSA SOUTH 10020 East 81st St, 74133 918-994-5000
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES TULSA DOWNTOWN 310 E Archer St, 74120 918-728-2444
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES TULSA SOUTHWOODLAND HILLS 9031 E 71st St., 74133 918-392-8138
HOTEL INDIGO TULSA DWTNENTERTAINMENT AREA 121 S Elgin Ave, 74120 918-779-4445
HYATT REGENCY TULSA 100 East 2nd Street, 74103 918-234-1234
MARRIOTT TULSA SOUTHERN HILLS 1902 East 71st St, 74136 918-493-7000
POSTOAK LODGE & RETREAT 5323 West 31st St N., 74127 918425-2112
RENAISSANCE TULSA HOTEL & CONVENTION CENTER 6808 South 107th E. Ave, 74133 918-307-2600
RESIDENCE INN TULSA DOWNTOWN 202 W 5th St, 74103 918-895-8700
TULSA SOUTH MEDICAL HOTEL & SUITES 7037 South Zurich Ave, 74136 918-491-4010
VALUE OPTIONS
AMERICAS BEST VALUE INN & SUITES-EXTENDED STAY TULSA 3509 South 79th East Ave, 74145 918-663-3900
BAYMONT BY QYNDHAM TULSA BROKEN ARROW 12525 E 52nd St S, 74146 918-254-1626
EXTENDED STAY AMERICA - TULSA - CENTRAL 3414 South 79th East Ave, 74145 918-664-9494
SKY HOTEL 1010 North Garnett Rd, 74116 918-574-2000
TRADE WINDS CENTRAL INN 3141 East Skelly Dr, 74105 918-749-5561
TULSA SQUARE HOTEL CENTRAL, I-44 BY OYO 3209 South 79th East Ave, 74145 719-245-4648
WOODSPRING SUITES BROKEN ARROW 11000 East 45th St, 74146 918-271-7500
WOODSPRING SUITES TULSA 3415 South Sheridan Rd, 74145 918-392-8200
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