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Tulsa, Oklahoma
Tulsa, OK
"The Mecca for Arts in Oklahoma" ~ Population: 393,049

  
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Creek Nation Tulsa Bingo 1616 E. 81st St., Tulsa, OK 74137, 918-299-8518, Voted "One of The Top Ten Bingo Halls In America" Daily Matinee and Evening Sessions. map

Perryman Wrangler Ranch 11524 South Elwood Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74037, 918-299-2997, A dude ranch where guests can tour the land, join in hayrides, enjoy barbeque cookouts, and watch staged outlaw shoot-outs.

Redbud Valley Nature Preserve 16150 Redbud Drive, Tulsa, OK 74103, 3.5 miles north of I-44 on 161st East Avenue, 918-669-6644, Beautiful one-mile trail into a 200-acre nature preserve, established to protect plants and animals. Moderately strenuous hike, guided tours not available.

Tulsa Port of Catoosa and Arkansas River Museum 5350 Cimarron Road, Tulsa, OK 74015, 918-266-2291, A waterway that links Oklahoma with ports on the U.S. Inland Waterway System and foreign ports by way of New Orleans.Call ahead for group tours.


Historic Homes & Buildings

Mabel B. Little Heritage House 322 North Greenwood Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74120, Greenwood Cultural Center, 918-596-1007, The only home still standing from Tulsa's black community. Built in the 1920's. A historical archive of written, visual, and auditory memorabilia. Tours and historical classes can be scheduled. map


Historic Sites & Monuments

Creek Council Oak Tree 18th Street and South Cheyenne Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74106, Historically considered the birthplace of Tulsa, the Council Oak Tree represents the place the Creek Indians held the first council meeting in 1836. A sense of the area's history can still be felt today. map

Oral Roberts University Prayer Tower Visitor's Ctr 7777 South Lewis Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74171, 918-495-6807, The Tower's Visitor's Center includes two multimedia presentations and an observation deck with an incredible view of Tulsa. map


Museums & Galleries

"Black Settlers: The Search for the Promised Land" 700 North Greenwood Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74106, B.S. Roberts Room 151, 918-594-8303 or 918-583-6494, This photographic exhibit chronicles the migration of black settlers to Oklahoma and their contributions to the Tulsa community. Call for hours and tour info. map

Color Connection Gallery 2050 Utica Square, Tulsa, OK 74114, 918-742-0515, Exhibits original fine art only, paintings, sculpture, glass, pottery, wood vessels, baskets, jewelry and other unique art items.  more... map

Elsing Museum 7777 South Lewis Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74171, Oral Roberts University, 918-495-6262, The Elsing Museum is comprised of an extensively rare collection of some of the world's most amazing gems, minerals, and other unique finds.  more... map

Gilcrease Museum 1400 Gilcrease Museum Road, Tulsa, OK 74127, 918-596-2700, North American history comes alive at the Gilcrease Mueseum, home of the world's largest and most comprehensive collection of art depicting the American West. map

Ida Dennie Willis Museum 628 North Country Club Drive, Tulsa, OK 74127, 918-584-6654, The museum features collections of more than 2,000 dolls, dollhouses, miniatures, and a delightful mechanical carnival. map

International Linen Registry Museum and Gift Shop 4107 South Yale Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74135, Inside Tulsa Promenade Mall, 918-622-5223, This museum features ancient linens from around the world as well as displays, demonstrations and seminars of various types of needle and textile arts. map

Mac's Antique Car Museum 1319 East Fourth Street, Tulsa, OK 74120, 918-583-7400, Come enjoy a glimpse of yesterday with a tour of antique automobiles. map

Missions Memorial and Gardens 8863 East 91st Street, Tulsa, OK 74133, 918-459-0431, This uniquely designed museum contains magnificent exhibits telling the stories of Christians who have stood and conquered in their faith despite adversity and persecution. Located at the International Missionary Center. map

Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame 322 North Greenwood Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74120, 918-596-1001, 800-348-9336, The Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame was created to recognize and honor Oklahoma artists and to document, preserve and illuminate their works in the art forms of jazz, blues, and gospel. more... map

Philbrook Museum of Art 2727 South Rockford Road, Tulsa, OK 74114, 918-749-7941, The former home of colorful oilman Waite Phillips. This museum houses Italian Renaissance works in oil and sculpture, as well as ancient, classical and Oriental pieces, along with 23-acres of English-style formal gardens. map

Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art 2021 East 71st Street, Tulsa, OK 74136, 918-492-1818, Home of the Oklahoma Jewish Archive, this museum contains the Southwest's finest collection of Jewish art and artifacts plus features an outstanding Holocaust Education Center. more... map

Sherwin Miller Museum(Formerly Fenster Museum) 918-294-1366, The southwest's largest collection of Judaica, with exhibits spanning periods from 5000 B.C. to the present. The mueseum also offers a Holocaust Education Center, with World War II memorabilia. Call to schedule tours.

Tulsa Historical Society Museum and Gallery Philtower Gallery, Fifth Street and Boston Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74103, 918-712-9484, Features an impressive collection of Tulsa's historic photos, artifacts, and documents.


Parks, Gardens & Zoos

Oklahoma Aquarium 300 Aquarium Drive, Jenks, OK 74037, 918-296-FISH, With more than 200 exhibits and more than 1 million gallons of water, you can "sea" it all at the Oklahoma Aquarium. Thousands of animals representing hundreds of species, five informative and intriguing galleries, largest bull sharks in captivity, Karl and Beverly National Antique fishing and tackle museum, special events venues and birthday party packages available. Open year-round, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. more...

Oxley Nature Center 6700 Mohawk Boulevard, Tulsa, OK 74103, 918-669-6644, Oxley offers 800 acres of beautiful nature trails. The visitor's center offers hands-on exhibits of area plants and animals.

Tulsa Garden Center 2435 South Peoria, Tulsa, OK 74114, Historic Woodward Park, 918-746-5125, A variety of horticultural and environmental activities are held at this renowned garden center, as well as, a variety of shows and special events. Educational and recreational programs are also available. more... map

Tulsa Zoo and Living Museum 5701 East 36th Street North, Tulsa, OK 74115, 918-669-6600, The Tulsa Zoo is home to nearly 4,500 animals. Zoo guests can immerse themselves in the tropical American Rain Forest or take a trip from North America to Africa, seeing many exotic animal species. Admission Fee.


Science & Technology

Tulsa Air and Space Museum 3624 North 74th East Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74115, 918-834-9900, Tells the story of aero-space history using exhibits and vintage airplanes.  more... map


Tours & Cruises

Firey Trails of Tulsa 20102 West 61st Street South, Sand Springs, OK 74063, 918-227-1025, Firey Trails of Tulsa offers hayrides along the banks of Rock Creek on their private acreage. You may then enjoy the rustic log 25x40 picnic shelter, maintained bonfire, modern restrooms and 50-cap bench seating around the firepit. more...


Vineyards, Wineries & Breweries

Cabin Creek Vineyard and Winery 32153 South 4360 Road, Big Cabin, OK 74332, 918-783-5218, Swank Country winery featuring a friendly atmosphere and dry style wines.  more...


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