Welcome From the Mayor
We hope you enjoy your stay in our wonderful city. Tulsa is rich with visitor opportunities, offering a variety of attractions and entertainment activities, and has a small-town flavor while offering the benefits of a large metropolitan city. You can experience first-class cultural programs of music, theater and dance, as well as museums and galleries. These, combined with our excellent shopping, hotels and restaurants, will create an unforgettable visit to Tulsa.
I am pleased that you have chosen to visit Tulsa and let KEY Magazine be your guide. KEY Magazine is a comprehensive guide to events and attractions and provides helpful information about tourist sites, restaurants, and places to shop. I am sure that you will enjoy our unique brand of western hospitality and our friendly people! Sincerely,
Contents
Dewey Bartlett Jr., Mayor
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Travel Host of the Month Tulsa: Proud History. Bright Future. KEY Cover Feature: Winterfest City Sources KEY Dining: A Perfect Trifecta What to See and Do KEY Family Fun: Oklahoma Aquarium Entertainment Districts Downtown Tulsa Map Calendar of Events KEY Editor’s Pick: I-44 Antiques & Collectables Restaurants & Clubs KEY Editor’s Pick: Celebrity Restaurant KEY Shopping: Cavender’s Tulsa Metro Map KEY Entertainment: Cain’s Ballroom Shopping KEY Editor’s Pick: Tulsa Antiques & Vintage Jewelry
ON THE COVER: Photo By: Tina Davis Cover Model: Hadley Cornelson
Travel Host
TULSA
of the MONTH
Donna Hall-Smith Front Desk Manager Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Jenks
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Donna was born & raised in Tulsa. Following high school she continued her education to earn a degree in Communications & Hospitality. She began working in the hospitality industry in 2005 and has been with the same company (Leisure Hospitality Management) for 9 years – and loves working on the river in Jenks.
Profile:
”If you have ever traveled ‘south of the river’ you will notice the bright lights and night life at Los Cabos - where they have excellent family dining for all ages. You can’t go wrong with fajitas, margaritas and live music! If your appetite is calling for some seafood and steak while you’re on the river - I suggest Waterfront Grill. We are constantly getting awesome sushi or some great dessert brought back for us from our wonderful guests.”
Where to Eat:
“Jenks is known for its unique antique shopping and has a wonderful array of stores to ‘shop till you drop’. Next to our hotel, The Oklahoma Aquarium is a wonderful experience for adults as well as the entire family. It’s an experience you won’t soon forget from Bull Sharks to Sea Horses and many different sea creatures in between. Our Riverside Drive area is a wonderful place to come to relax - enjoy a walk, jog, volleyball or just lying in the sun enjoying a book while the kids play at one of our many parks.”
Must See:
If you forgot some necessities - Tulsa Hills Mall is very close to our hotel and has several stores including Marshalls, Ross, Bed Bath and Beyond, Target, Belk’s and more. A little further from the hotel, Woodland Hills is our largest mall with anchors including Dillard’s, Sears and Macys, dozens and dozens of smaller shops and a large food court as well as great eateries to choose from.”
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Tulsa Proud History. Bright Future. What was to ultimately become Tulsa was part of Indian Territory, which was created as part of the relocation of the Five Civilized Tribes– the Choctaw, Cherokee, Muscogee(Creek), Chickasaw, and Seminole peoples. These Native American tribes moved into the region after the passage of the Indian Removal Act of 1830, when they were forced to surrender their lands east of the Mississippi River to the federal government in exchange for land in Indian Territory.
The city now known as Tulsa was first settled by the Lochapoka (Turtle Clan) Muscogee (Creek) between 1828 and 1836. Driven from their native Alabama, the Lochapokas established their new settlement "Tulasi," meaning "old town" in their native language.
In 1882, the Atlantic and Pacific Railroad completed the extension of its line to Tulsa from the town of Vinita to serve the cattle business, the city's first industry. Brothers James and Harry Hall, who had operated the railway's company store in Vinita chose the point at which the railroad stopped. James, who would later be
referred to as the 'Father of Tulsa,' marked off Tulsa's first streets, built its first permanent store, organized its first church, school, and government.
Tulsa changed from a small frontier town to a boomtown with the discovery of oil in 1901 at Red Fork, on the opposite side of the Arkansas River. Wildcatters and investors flooded into the city and the town began to take shape. Neighborhoods were established in Tulsa on the opposite side of the Arkansas River from the drilling sites, and began to spread out from downtown Tulsa.
In 1904, Tulsans constructed a bridge across the river, allowing oil field workers, supplies, food and equipment to cross the river, reaffirming Tulsa's position as the center of the oil field. Within a year the Glenn Pool oil field was discovered. This strike created such a large supply of crude oil that it forced Tulsans to develop storage tanks for the excess oil and gas and, later, pipelines. It also laid the foundation for Tulsa to become a leader in many businesses related to oil and gas. Many early oil companies chose Tulsa for their home base.
High rise buildings began to appear downtown during this decade. The16-story Cosden Building was constructed in 1918, and is considered the first skyscraper in Tulsa. It was later acquired by Mid Continent Oil Company, who built an adjacent tower integrated with the older structure, now called the Mid-Continent Tower.
The second surge of oil discoveries occurred between 1915 and 1930, and firmly established Tulsa as the "Oil Capital of the World". Wealthy oilmen such as Waite Phillips, William G. Skelly and J. Paul Getty built stately mansions and beautiful modern headquarters. The prevalence of the Art Deco style of architecture during this period resulted in a treasure trove of beautiful structures. In 1932, Waite Phillips donated his exquisite Italianate mansion "Philbrook" to the city of Tulsa for use as an art museum
Another community that flourished in Tulsa during the early oil booms was Greenwood. It was the largest and wealthiest of Oklahoma's African American communities and was known nationally as "Black Wall Street". The neighborhood was a hotbed of Tulsa KEY • December 2014
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jazz and blues in the 1920s. The scene in Greenwood was so hot that story has it that in 1927 while on tour, Count Basie heard a dance band in a club in Greenwood and decided to focus on jazz.
Tulsa was literally the "Oil
Capital of the World" from
the early 1920s until World
War II. By the time the
companies moved operations
closer to offshore production,
Tulsa had begun to develop
the aircraft and aerospace
industry, which is now the region's largest industry.
The Tulsa Race Riot of 1921 was one of the nation's worst acts of racial violence and large-scale civil disorder. On May 31, during 16 hours of rioting, 39 people were killed, over 800 people injured, an estimated 10,000 were left homeless, 35 city blocks with more than 1,200 residences were destroyed by fire, and $1.8 million (nearly $17 million after adjustment for inflation) in property damage. Confined mainly to the segregated Greenwood neighborhood of Tulsa, the riot was responsible for wiping out nearly all of the prosperity and success that Black Wall Street had achieved to that time, although the neighborhood had rebuilt within a few years and flourished until the 1960s.
For the majority of Tulsans, the mid 20th Century proved a time of continuing prosperity. The wealth generated by the
Downtown Tulsa view from ONEOK field. Left: Tulsa Garden Center
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early oil industry also helped Tulsa become a leader in the aviation industry. During WWII, the Spartan School of Aeronautics was a training site for hundreds of allied pilots and in 1942, Douglas Aircraft built its mile-long Air Force Plant No. 3 to build bombers. Following the war, Tulsa became an important maintenance center for American Airlines and many aviation related businesses developed alongside.
Tulsa was the first major Oklahoma city to begin an urban renewal program. One of the first major urban renewal projects was the Williams Center. The most notable feature of this project is the BOK Tower (originally named One Williams Center). This required the clearing of several blocks in downtown Tulsa near the Frisco railroad tracks as a result many of the oldest buildings in the city were razed. The only pre-1910 building remaining in downtown Tulsa is the Pierce Block at Third and Detroit. The "Oil Bust" of 1982 allowed the title of "Oil
Capital of the World" to be relinquished to Houston. City leaders worked to diversify the city away from a largely petroleum-based economy to Internet and telecommunications firms and enhancing the already important aviation industry. Showing that petroleum is still an important player, an abundant supply of natural gas also helped with recovery.
Today, Tulsa boasts an eclectic mix known nowhere else. One of big city extravagance and small town charm. Cosmopolitan arts like the Tulsa Ballet, Tulsa Opera, Tulsa Performing Arts Center and Tulsa Symphony Orchestra collide with the classic cowboy charisma found in the infamous Cain’s Ballroom, the historical Gilcrease Museum, and world-renowned horse shows like the Palomino World Championships and the Breeder’s Invitational.
Unexpected treasures are found at every corner. Stateof-the-art facilities like the BOK Center and ONEOK Field stand side-by-side with the rejuvenated high-rise
buildings like the Mayo Hotel. Built during the height of Tulsa’s oil boom era, the Mayo Hotel is one of many Art Deco-style architectural gems that still stand in Tulsa today, offering a glimpse of Tulsa’s rich oil heritage.
Premier attractions like the Tulsa Zoo and Living Museum, the Oklahoma Aquarium, and the Tulsa Air & Space Museum and Planetarium are a destination for all ages with interesting creatures and learning experiences sure to excite and educate young and old alike.
Visitors will appreciate the unique shopping districts like
Utica Square; festivals like Mayfest and Oktoberfest; fine dining; gaming; horse racing; outdoor trails like River Parks for hiking, biking or running; gardens; nightlife in the Blue Dome, Brady Arts Districts, Brookside, and Cherry Street. Just about everywhere you turn in this dynamic city, you’ll find a renaissance spirit - to renovate, reinvent, revitalize and restore. Newness and change are ongoing, but the city respects and holds dear its historic landmarks.
Welcome to Tulsa!
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t’s time to bundle up and enjoy the magical spirit of the holidays at the Seventh Annual Arvest Winterfest on the streets of Downtown Tulsa. Winterfest is Tulsa's largest annual holiday celebration. The event, open daily through January 18, features outdoor ice skating beneath the Tulsa skyline,delicious seasonal concessions, horse and carriage rides. Additionally, visitors can enjoy free holiday entertainment each Saturday through Christmas on the ONEOK Outdoor Stage, adjacent to the rink beside the iconic glass wall of BOK Center.
The focal point of the festival is the 9000 square foot ice skating rink constructed on Third Street, just outside the BOK Center Downtown. The new custom built rink includes new decorations and enhanced lighting. The ice rink is open daily through January 18, including Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day! Skating is just $10 (with skate rental), $5 (with your own skates), and $5 for children three and under. For those less adventurous - a climate controlled warming tent and delicious seasonal concessions are available for visitors looking to keep warm.
Just steps from the rink stands Oklahoma’s tallest Christmas Tree. The massive 44’ tree features more than 35,000 glowing lights, nearly 110,000 individual tips and a diameter at the base of nearly 30 feet. The beautiful lights throughout the festival and around the tree provides an ideal backdrop for perfect holiday photographs.
Downtown Tulsa come alive with thousands of people celebrating the spirit of Christmas and the holidays during the Tulsa Christmas Parade. The parade steps off Saturday, December 13, at 6 pm at the corner of 7th and Boston. The parade continues along Boston to 3rd, then along 3rd to Boulder and along Boulder to 7th.
This festive celebration includes floats, bands, drill teams, dancers and plenty of bright, colorful lights. Annual favorites among parade onlookers are the gigantic helium balloons escorted
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by teams of balloon wranglers. Watch as towering balloons float through the streets of downtown Tulsa along the parade route. Following the parade, enjoy a Fireworks Display lighting up the Winterfest sky.
Tulsa also features several unique Christmas light displays. Many Downtown Districts feature beautiful holiday lighting. In particular, Guthrie Green, located in the Brady Arts District, features Glow on the Green, an entire park lit for the holidays. The park occupies a full square block between Brady and Cameron Streets and Boston and Cincinnati Avenues.
Around the city are more massive displays. Each year many of the 400+ employees of Paragon Industries create an impressive display which has become one of the area’s top destinations for viewing Christmas lights. The amazing light show spans a 3/4 mile stretch of highway frontage at their main facility, 3378 W. Highway 117 in Sapulpa.
Another not to be missed display is Rhema Bible College. For more than 30 years the College has put up more lights than anyone in the area. Every year it gets bigger and better – now with over two million lights to see - this display is awesome!! The Rhema campus is located on 71st (Kenosha) between Aspen (145th) and Elm (161st) in Broken Arrow.
Visitors have the opportunity to avoid the traffic and enjoy a helicopter tour of all the major light displays in the Tulsa area. Ride in warmth and comfort aboard one of the R44 helicopters and enjoy the best possible viewing advantage. Tulsa Helicopter departs from the R.L. Jones Airport in Jenks. Various tours are available including the most popular which includes Rhema Bible College, Utica Square and Downtown. From the air you can see the beautiful downtown buildings as well as ice skaters at the BOK center and Brookside before cruising along the river back to the airport. Reservations are required and may be made by calling 918-948-3579 or visiting www.tulsahelicopter.net. Winterfest offers something for the entire family. Whether it’s delicious holiday concessions like hot chocolate, skating hand-in-hand with that special someone or an old-fashioned horse and carriage ride through the streets of downtown, everyone is sure to find a favorite. A full Winterfest calendar with prices and daily hours of operation is available online at tulsawinterfest.com or by calling 918-894-4268 Tulsa KEY • December 2014
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Did You Know?
Oklahoma doesn’t have
Indian Reservations. We do,
however, have 39 federally-
recognized tribal nations
headquarters in the state.
Oklahoma has the largest
American Indian population
of any state. Many of the
American Indians living in
Oklahoma today are
descendants from the
original 67 tribes
inhabiting Indian Territory.
CITY SOURCES
EMERGENCY
Police/Fire/Ambulance................................................911 AAA Emergency Road Service.................(800)222-4357 Tulsa Police Non-Emergency............................ 596-9222 Oklahoma Highway Patrol................................ 627-0440 Cellular........................................................................*55 Oklahoma Poison Control Center............ (800) 222-1222 Terrorist Threats…………………..…… (800) 424-8802
URGENT CARE
MedCenter………North East Tulsa..............….665-1520 St. John Urgent Car.……North Tulsa ................... 748-1300 ERgent Care………....South West……….... 299-4333 St. John Urgent Care…South East Tulsa….......872-6800 BA Urgent Care….......Broken Arrow…….…. 258-9111
HOSPITALS
Saint Francis Health System………..…………494-2200 St. John Medical Center……………………….744-2345 OSU Medical Center………..............…………599-1000 Oklahoma Surgical Hospital, LLC….…………477-5000 Brookhaven Hospital……................………….438-4257 Southcrest Hospital………................…………294-4000 Southwestern Regional Medical…................…286-5000 Hillcrest Specialty Hospital….....................…..599-4000 Medcenter South..….................................…….252-9300 Children's Hospital At St. Francis..........…........502-6000 Parkside.......................................................…..582-2131 St Jude's Childrens Research.............................622-7050 Select Speciality Hospital..................................579-7300 Oklahoma Heart Institute at Hillcrest.................574-9000 Orthopedic Hospital-Oklahoma.........................477-5041 Oklahoma Heart Institute...................................592-0999 Hillcrest Healthcare System...............................579-1000
CREDIT CARDS: (TO REPORT LOST OR STOLEN)
American Express.....................................(800)528-4800 Diners Club...............................................(800)234-6377 Discover....................................................(800)347-2683 MasterCard or Visa...................................(800)336-8472
GROUND TRANSPORTATION
Yellow Cab...............................................(918) 665-9999
AIRLINES
Downtown Bus Station
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American...................................................(800)433-7300 Delta..........................................................(800)221-1212 Southwest..................................................(800)435-9792 United........................................................(800)241-6522 Frontier....................................................(800)432-1359
AIRPORTS
Tulsa International Airport………..........…...... 838-5000 Paging/Travelers Aid……............................ 838-5046 R. L. Jones, Jr. Airport………......……........…. 299-5886
ENTERTAINMENT
Tickets and Information BOK Center………………………................ 894-4200 Brady Arts District……………...................... 585-1201 Brady Theater…….............................……… 582-7239 Cain's Ballroom…..........................………… 584-2306 Celebrity Attractions………..........…………. 477-7469 The Gallery on Sixth………………..........…. 694-8467 Gilcrease Museum……………….............…. 596-2700 Henthorne Performing Arts Center….......….. 746-5065 Living Arts of Tulsa………………….......…. 585-1234 LOOK Musical Theatre……..........………… 583-4267 Myers Gallery…………………..................... 585-1234 Nightingale Theater……………...........……. 633-8666 Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame…….................. 281-8600 Philbrook Museum of Art…………............... 749-7941 Rose Bowl Event Center……...................….. 289-0048 Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art………492-1818 Tulsa Air & Space Museum & Planetarium.....834-9900 Theatre Tulsa………….........………………. 587-8402 Tulsa Artists' Coalition………………………592-0041 Tulsa Ballet……………………………….… 749-6030 Tulsa Convention Center……………....…… 894-4350 Tulsa Little Theater…………....................…. 749-0020 Tulsa Mabee Center……………............…… 495-6400 Tulsa Opera…… …………………................ 587-4811 Tulsa Performing Arts Center……………..... 596-7122 Tulsa Spotlight Theatre…………..........….… 587-5030 Tulsa State Fair……………………….......… 744-1113 Tulsa Symphony Orchestra………….....…… 584-3645 The Vanguard……………...............……...… 561-6885
Did You Know?
If you’re having trouble
figuring out which way is
which in downtown Tulsa, go
back to your old geography
lessons. Years ago, city
planners laid out the streets
that run north-south in a
unique way: using Main
Street as the dividing line,
streets west of Main are
named, alphabetically, for
cities west of the Mississippi
River. East of Main, the streets
run alphabetically as well,
and are named for cities east of the Mississippi.
PUBLIC GOLF COURSES
LaFortune Golf Course (18 Holes) 496-6200 • 51st & 61st, Yale & Hudson Ave
Mohawk Park Golf Course (36 Holes) 425-6871 • 5223 E 41st St N
Page Belcher Golf Course (36 Holes) 446-1529 • 6666 S Union
White Hawk Golf Course (18 Holes) 425-6871 • 14515 S Yale Ave, Bixby, OK
Bailey Ranch Golf Club 274-4653 • 10105 E 89th St N, Owasso,OK
PUBLIC TENNIS COURTS
Lafortune Park Tennis Center 496-6230 • 5302 S Hudson Ave
ONEOK Field
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eginning his career in Tulsa in 2002 as Sous Chef of the Polo Grill, Justin Thompson has built his career with notable Tulsa restaurants including Ciao, Baby!, Osage Restaurant at Gilcrease Museum and as Executive Chef at The Brasserie, Sonoma and Duke’s. After a successful career managing restaurants for others, Justin decided to put his skills to work for himself.
In 2011 he opened Juniper Restaurant & Martini Lounge in the Blue Dome district where he currently serves as Executive Chef and Owner. Using products sourced from Green Country, Juniper’s menu evolves with the changing seasons, allowing Justin and his team to introduce new and exciting plates with Italian, French, Spanish and American influences. Juniper offers an unparalleled dining experience in an upscale yet relaxed atmosphere.
Following the success of Juniper, Justin expanded his offerings in 2012 with a new restaurant, PRHYME Downtown Steakhouse. PRHYME is an upscale, modern interpretation of an American steakhouse. PRHYME features classic cuts of beef, such as the Rib-Eye, NY Strip and Filet Mignon. Unlike other steakhouses, PRHYME offers beef that is raised and finished in several ways, like grass fed and grain fed prime beef, in order to give its guests a chance to sample how the feed and environment play a role in producing the best beef America has to offer. PRHYME also features 30 day dry aged prime beef and Duroc pork chops.
This year, Justin added Tavolo to his portfolio. Tavolo offers classic Italian favorites and modern, innovative plates, offers both lunch and dinner options, along with an extensive wine list and traditional Italian desserts. Tavolo Italian Bistro probably comes close to fitting most people’s image of an upscale, intimate, big-city Italian restaurant. The bottom floor has a casual feel at the bar and a cozy, romantic ambience at the tables.
Juniper Restaurant & Martini Lounge, located at 324 E 3rd Street welcomes diners Tuesday thru Saturday. Reservations may be made by calling 918-794-1090. PRHYME Downtown Steakhouse, located at 111 North Main Street welcomes diners daily for dinner. Reservations may be made by calling 918-794-7700. Tavolo Italian Bistro, located at 427 S. Boston Avenue welcomes diners Monday thru Friday for lunch and dinner Saturday for dinner. Reservations may be made by calling 918-949-4498. For more individual menus and more information visit JuniperTulsa.com.
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WHAT TO SEE & DO
GILCREASE MUSEUM 1400 N. Gilcrease Museum Road • 918.596.2700
The Gilcrease Museum contains one of the world's most comprehensive collections of American Indian and Western art. This nationally celebrated museum features extensive exhibits on America's prehistory, settlement, and expansion. The permanent collections of over 10,000 works of art include priceless pieces by renowned Western artists such as Albert Bierstadt, Frederic Remington, Charles M. Russell and George Catlin. The grounds of the Gilcrease Museum match the artistry within as 11 themed gardens have been developed on 23 of the museum's 460 acres and garden tours are available. Open Tu–Sun, 10a–5p. Public tours daily at 2p.
GREENWOOD CULTURAL CENTER 322 N Greenwood Avenue • 918.596.1020
Dubbed America's "Black Wall Street" by Booker T. Washington, the 35-block Greenwood District surrounding the corner of Greenwood Avenue and Archer Street became a prosperous center for black commerce in the early 1900s. It was also a hotbed for jazz and blues, and the site where Count Basie first encountered big-band jazz. When the tragic and devastating Tulsa Race Riot of 1921 destroyed much of the district, the black community rebuilt from the ashes. One of the building's most valuable contributions is an impressive collection of historic memorabilia and photos from before, during and after the 1921 race riot that gives visitors a taste of Greenwood's unique history.
GUTHRIE GREEN 111 East Brady Street Guthrie Green, an urban park and entertainment space in the heart of Tulsa's Brady Arts District, resides on the square block between Brady & Cameron and Boston Avenue & MLK Blvd. Enjoy concerts, movies, fitness classes, food trucks, and much more at Guthrie Green. All events are free and open to the public! Guthrie Green is an urban garden and performance space in The Brady Arts District in downtown Tulsa, Oklahoma. Accommodating visitors looking for a peaceful escape or family activities, the park features a stage, The Dock pavilion, tree-lined paths, shade structures, water features and a large lawn. In addition to the markets, festivals and concerts we have planned for Guthrie Green, we hope that visitors to the park will enjoy a simple walk or lunch at the park to experience an urban green space unlike any other in Tulsa.
OKLAHOMA AQUARIUM 300 Aquarium Drive, Jenks • 918.296.FISH
A land-locked ocean, of sorts, awaits your amazement with more than 200 exhibits and more than 1 million gallons of water, you can “sea” many mysterious and wonderful creatures of the ocean right here in Oklahoma. In addition, you’ll find fresh water species and mammals showcased in their natural environs. You’ll be amazed at many of the exhibits such as Biodiversity, highlighting how varied aquatic life can be, and the shark exhibit including a water-filled tunnel. You’ll walk under, yes under, giant sharks as they swim above in the water filled, see-through tunnel. Open year-round, 10a–6p; Tuesdays until 9p. Closed Christmas.
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OKLAHOMA JAZZ HALL OF FAME/JAZZ DEPOT 111 E. 1st Street • 918.281.8600
Housed in the historic Tulsa Union Depot, the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame is the state's only facility devoted to gospel, jazz and blues musicians with Oklahoma ties. The on-site music library holds video, audio and photographic materials about featured artists. The Hall chronicles the history, evolution and influence of jazz in Oklahoma. Part museum, performance hall and educational facility, the Jazz Hall of Fame's mission is to create unity through music. Through its on-going concert, classes and cultural events, the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame is raising a new awareness and appreciation of the truly American art forms of jazz, blues and gospel music. Open M–F, 9a–5p. Closed major holidays.
PHILBROOK MUSEUM OF ART 2727 S. Rockford Road • 918.749.7941 Rooted in the beauty and architecture of an historic home gifted by the Phillips family nearly 75 years ago, Philbrook Museum of Art has grown to become one of the preeminent art museums across the central United States featuring, among others, 44 works of European art from the Kress Collection, one of the greatest surveys of Native American art anywhere, and growing modern and contemporary art collections. The Philbrook American art collection includes, among others, works by William Merritt Chase, Alexandre Hogue, and Asher B. Durand. Philbrook spans 23 acres with gardens, an historic home, restaurant, and a contemporary education wing. Philbrook Museum of Art is open Tuesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. CST. Admission runs $9 for adults, $7 for seniors and university students; Philbrook Museum Members and youth 17 and younger are always free. For additional information, visit www.philbrook.org
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PHILBROOK DOWNTOWN 116 E. Brady St. • 918.749.7941 A satellite facility of Philbrook Museum of Art located in the heart of Tulsa's Brady Arts District, Philbrook Downtown features 30,000 square feet dedicated to modern, contemporary, and Native American art. Works on view include pieces by notable 20th century artists including Willem de Kooning, Robert Rauschenberg, Clifford Still, and Georgia O'Keeffe. The upper level of the facility features the Eugene B. Adkins Collection and the Adkins Study Center. Philbrook Downtown is open Wednesday – Saturday, Noon. – 7 p.m. and Sundays, Noon – 5 p.m. CST. Admission runs $7 for adults, $5 for seniors and university students; Philbrook Museum Members and youth 17 and younger are always free. For additional information, visit www.philbrook.org
SHERWIN MILLER MUSEUM OF JEWISH ART 2021 E. 71st Street • 918.492.1818 The Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art educates visitors about the Jewish experience in Oklahoma, the United States, and the world. Through exhibitions and educational programs on Jewish culture, history, religion and art, the museum works to deepen understanding of the Jewish people, their faith, and their history. The Museum is home to the largest collection of Judaica in the American Southwest. The Jewish History and Culture collection depicts the 5,000 year history of the Jewish people from the pre-Canaanite era through the settling of the Jewish communities of Tulsa and the American southwest. Open M–F, 10a–5p; Sun, 1–5p. Closed Saturday and all major Jewish and national holidays.
TULSA AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM AND PLANETARIUM 3624 N. 74th E. Avenue • 918.834.9900 Experience 100 years of Tulsa's rich aerospace history while viewing rare vintage airplanes and enjoying exciting interactive. Tulsa has been a strong center of aerospace manufacturing and research for decades and the museum displays aircraft such as the Spartan C-2 which was built in Tulsa during the 1930s, the Rockwell Ranger 2000 and other locally-built planes. You'll also find easily recognizable modern airplanes such as an F-14A Tomcat fighter jet. The state-of-the-art planetarium features a spectacular show that takes you on a journey through the universe in a 50-foot diameter dome. Shows are about 45 minutes in length and begin on the hour. Open Tu–Sat, 10a–5p; Sun, 1–5p. Closed major holidays.
TULSA ZOO AND LIVING MUSEUM 6421 E. 36th St. N. (Mohawk Park) • 918.669.6600 Come ready for an African safari, a trek through a tropical rain forest, a chilling experience in the Arctic, or even an enchanting tour of Asia. In Africa, discover the speedy cheetah or a relaxed chimpanzee. Lions, giraffes, zebras and rhinos roam these parts too. Asia’s exhibit includes Siberian tigers, snow leopards and Asian elephants. The Arctic exhibit includes polar bear, arctic fox, snowy owl and arctic seal. The jungle floor in the Tropical American Rain Forest nets sightings of black howler monkeys, anacondas, jaguars and more. Many other animals are home here, including penguins, meerkats, and a variety of snakes. In all, 1,500 animals, 436 species, call the Zoo home. Open daily, 9a–5p. Closed Christmas and the third Friday in June.
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isitors to Tulsa need to experience the Oklahoma Aquarium. Celebrating their 10th anniversary, The Oklahoma Aquarium has now welcomed more than 400,000 guests each year including tens of thousands of students, ranging from preschoolers to graduate students on educational field trips and research projects. Among those visitors are also more than one million people from out-of-state.
The crown jewel is the Siegfried Families Shark Adventure, with 500,000 gallons of salt water. The unique tank design includes a walk-through tunnel and dome allowing visitors to see the largest bull sharks in captivity swimming all around and overhead. While the viewing is breathtaking, there are also hands-on opportunities, especially exciting for children. Kids, and adventurous adults, can touch and feed stingrays, small sharks and turtles in interactive tanks. Get as close to the fish as possible without getting wet, by crawling under the water’s surface to view exotic fish in the AEP-PSO Extreme Amazon. The exhibit, which also houses curious iguanas, is one of the newest features.
The Aquarium is home though to more than saltwater animals. Watch furry river otters, beavers and raccoons splash and play in the Hayes Family Ozark Stream. A crashing waterfall and rolling stream with native fish round out the beautiful exhibit replicating a northeastern Oklahoma habitat.
The Aquatic Oklahoma gallery is full of fresh water fish including paddlefish, alligator gar, stripers and catfish. You will never look at Oklahoma lakes and rivers the same again after seeing the size of the swimmers lurking in those waterways.
Preview the new sea turtle exhibit under construction. The Sea Turtle Experience will house two 300-pound Loggerhead sea turtles, small sharks and other compatible fish in a 65,000 gallon tank. Visitors can peer through windows and see the construction site adjoined to the existing building.
More than 70% of our planet is covered by water, so learning about our oceans, rivers, lakes and streams, and the animals that live in these ecosystems, is a critical part of environmental science and conservation. That learning is fun and exciting at the Oklahoma Aquarium, so plan a visit and wish them Happy Anniversary.
The Oklahoma Aquarium is located at 300 Aquarium Drive in Jenks. For more information and to register for 10th Anniversary events visit www.okaquarium.org or call 918- 296-FISH (3474).
Entertainment Districts Entertainment Districts
AS YOU ENJOY SHOPPING, DINING AND SIGHTSEEING, YOUR PATH WILL LIKELY CROSS ONE OF THESE ‘ MUST SEE ’ NEIGHBORHOODS .
BRADY ARTS DISTRICT
Located just north of downtown, amidst art galleries, shops, restaurants and nightclubs, you’ll find two historic entertainment
venues, the Brady Theater and Cain’s Ballroom, in the Brady Arts District. The Brady Theater, built between 1912 and 1914, was originally designed to serve as the city’s Municipal Auditorium and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. Supplanted as the City Auditorium in 1979 by construction of the Performing Arts Center in downtown, “the Old Lady on Brady” continues to be used today for a wide variety of concerts and theatrical productions.
Cain’s Ballroom, an historic venue called the birthplace of Western Swing and the Carnegie Hall of Western Music, is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. So much talent has passed through its doors, from Bob Wills and the Texas Playboys to Hank Williams and Patsy
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There’s plenty happening in the historical district known for its funky vibe, with plans to create an entire, walkable arts district in a span of only a few blocks. A number of the older buildings are in the process of renovation, like the Mathews Warehouse, with neighboring buildings like the Arts and Humanities Council of Tulsa Hardesty Arts Center expanding the district’s desirability.
These exciting new locations have plans to house art galleries, including satellite
BLUE DOME DISTRICT
The Blue Dome District is another center for downtown nightlife. Located on the north east side of downtown, the Blue Dome was
once a 1920’s gas station attracting Route 66 travelers with its Art Deco blue dome, this gem is now the place to enjoy pubs, restaurants, a vintage bowling alley or regional bands. Several festivals take place here including the Blue Dome Arts Festival, FreeTulsa Music Festival and St. Patrick’s Day Festival.
GREENWOOD DISTRICT
Once called “Black Wall Street,” Tulsa’s historic Greenwood District boasts
locations of the Philbrook and Glicrease Museums; studios; learning centers; groceries and much more. Be sure to visit often for an expanded landscape housing any and every thing the artistic soul might desire.
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the world-class ONEOK Field, the downtown baseball stadium and home to the Tulsa Drillers. The stadium supports further development with new venues nearing completion in the surrounding areas. Artifacts from the historic district’s past can be found at the Greenwood Cultural Center, the Mabel B. Little Heritage Center, John Hope Franklin Reconciliation Park, and heard at the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame located in the Jazz Depot in the city’s core business district.
CHERRY STREET
Cherry Street is more than its name implies--this colorful seven-block area of 15th Street between Peoria and
BROOKSIDE
Brookside, Peoria Avenue between 33rd and 51st
is home to some wonderful eateries with outdoor seating, perfect for a break in your walking tour of the beautiful buildings like the Courtyard by Marriott, the Philtower and the recently revitalized Mayo Hotel.
PEARL DISTRICT
Streets, is another popular nightlife venue. Here, you’ll find dining, dancing and trendy clubs. This eclectic district boasts sushi bars near biker bars and indie coffee shops near martini lounges. At its center is the upscale international shopping and dining experience named Center One.
One of Tulsa’s up-andcoming districts, the Pearl District, is located on Sixth Street between Peoria and Utica, right
DECO DISTRICT
Utica wears many faces. On Saturday mornings during the growing season, you’ll find striped tents brimming with area growers’ harvest at the Cherry Street Farmer’s Market. Later in the day, you’ll love browsing the shops, bistros and cafes. And in the evening, you’ll find restaurants with bars catering to those seeking a trendy and upscale nightlife.
Downtown Tulsa hosts one of the largest collections of Art Deco architecture in the nation, ranking with cities like Miami, Fl. And Chicago, Ill. This district
outside downtown Tulsa. This corridor between downtown and the University of Tulsa is quickly becoming one of the hip new places to open a business, bar or restaurant. With a new art bar, Lot No. 6, a great Farmer’s Market during growing season, a beautiful park and a number of plans in the works (like a record store and a fresh-made bagel shop), the Pearl District is an ever-growing place to hang out.
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Did You Know?
The Port of Catoosa, just north of Tulsa, is the nation’s largest inland port.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS ONGOING EVENTS & EXHIBITS ALL EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Thru 12/31 Focus on Favorites: Masterworks from the Gilcrease Collection - Gilcrease Museum 918-596-2768 www.gilcrease.utulsa.edu Thru 12/31 On Common Ground Gilcrease Museum - 918-596-2768 www.gilcrease.utulsa.edu
Thru 1/4 A Creative Union - Philbrook Museum - 918-749-7941 www.philbrook.org
Thru 1/15 Impact - Philbrook Museum 918-749-7941 - www.philbrook.org Thru 1/19 Ice Skating - BOK Center - BOK Center - 918-894-4200 www.bokcenter.com
Port of Catoosa
Thru 3/15 Fever and Flash - Philbrook Museum Downtown - 918-749-7941 www.philbrook.org
Thru 4/26 Shifting Focus - Philbrook Museum Downtown - 918-749-7941 www.philbrook.org
Thru 6/29 Opening Abstraction - Philbrook Museum Downtown - 918-749-7941 www.philbrook.org
Did You Know?
Tulsa has more convenience stores on street corners than any other city per capita in the U.S.
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Thru 6/29 Identity and Inspiration Philbrook Museum Downtown - 918-749-7941 www.philbrook.org DECEMBER
12/1 WWE Raw - BOK Center - BOK Center - 918-894-4200 www.bokcenter.com
12/1 Bush with special guests Vance Joy, Meg Myers and Big Data - Brady Theatre 918-582-7239 www.bradytheater.com
12/1-1/19 Arvest Winterfest - BOK Center BOK Center - 918-894-4200 www.bokcenter.com
Did You Know?
Tulsa has more convenience stores on street corners than any other city per capita in the U.S.
12/2 Tulsa Oilers v. Allen Americans BOK Center - 918-894-4200 www.tulsaoilers.com
12/3 Brown Bag It: Tulsa Festival Ringers Kathleen Westby Pavilion - Performing Arts Center - 918-596-7111 www.tulsapac.com
12/3 Tulsa Golden Hurricanes Womens Basketball vs. Saint Louis - Reynolds Center 918-631-GoTU (4688) www.utulsa.edu
12/3 Jerrod Niemann, Josh Turner, Easton Corbin, Dustin Lynch and Brett Eldredge Cain’s Ballroom 918-584-2306 www.cainsballroom.com 12/3 Tulsa Golden Hurricanes Mens Basketball vs. Creighton - Reynolds Center 918.631.GoTU (4688) www.utulsa.edu
Quiktrip
12/3 Food Truck Wednesday - Guthrie Green 918-574-2421 www.guthriegreen.com
12/3-6 Comedian Cowboy Bill Martin Loony Bin Comedy Club - 918-392-5653 www.loonybincomedy.com
12/4 Comedian Chonda Pierce with Special Guest Jason Crabb - Mabee Center Johnston Theatre - 918-495-6000 www.mabeecenter.com
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12/4 Travis and Tia - The Hunt Club 918-599-9200 www.thehuntclubtulsa.com
12/4 Brian Wilson - The Joint @ Hard Rock Casino 918-384-ROCK www.hardrockcasinotulsa.com 12/4 Trans-Siberian Orchestra - BOK Center - 918-894-4200 www.bokcenter.com
12/4 Netsky; Kove - Cain’s Ballroom 918-584-2306 www.cainsballroom.com
12/5 Rumble on the River - Event Center at River Spirit Casino - 918-995-8235 www.riverspirittulsa.com
12/5 Musiclynx Showcase - The Hunt Club 918-599-9200 www.thehuntclubtulsa.com
12/5 First Friday Art Crawl - Brady Arts District - www.thebradyartsdistrict.com
12/5 Tulsa Oilers v. Allen Americans - BOK Center - 918-894-4200 www.tulsaoilers.com
12/5-7 AKC Fall Agility Trials - Mustang Arena - Expo Square - 918-744-1113 www.exposquare.com
12/6 Tulsa Revolution Professional Arena Soccer League v. Missouri Comets Cox Business Center - 918-978-0900 www.coxcentertulsa.com 12/6 JT and the Dirtbox Wailers - The Hunt Club 918-599-9200 www.thehuntclubtulsa.com
12/6 ‘MAYDAY x MURS’ - Ces Cru, Kap Kallous, KG Tha Phenom Cain’s Ballroom 918-584-2306 www.cainsballroom.com
Did You Know?
Originally, the state of Oklahoma was set aside for the exclusive use of the Indians and was called Indian Territory . However, in 1889, the land was opened to settlers in what became known as the "Oklahoma Land Rush." On the first opening day on April 22, 1889, 50,000 people swarmed into the area. Those who tried to beat the noon starting gun were called Sooners. Hence the state's nickname.
12/6 Ryan Adams with special guest Jenny Lewis - Brady Theatre - 918-582-7239 www.bradytheater.com
12/6 Tulsa Flea Market - Exchange Center Expo Square 918-744-1113 www.exposquare.com
12/6 Tulsa Symphony: Simply Romantic Holiday - Chapman Music Hall Performing Arts Center - 918-596-7111 www.tulsapac.com
12/6-7 Grand American Arms Show - River Spirit Expo - Expo Square - 918-744-1113 www.exposquare.com 12/7 Melissa Etheridge - Brady Theatre 918-582-7239 www.bradytheater.com
12/7 AARON LEWIS - Cain’s Ballroom 918-584-2306 www.cainsballroom.com
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12/9 In this Moment with special guests TWELVE FOOT NINJA, STARSET, and 3 PILL MORNING - Brady Theatre 918-582-7239 www.bradytheater.com
12/11 Brian Setzer Orchestra - The Joint @ Hard Rock Casino - 918-384-ROCK www.hardrockcasinotulsa.com
12/10 Tulsa Golden Hurricanes Mens Basketball vs. Southeastern Oklahoma State - Reynolds Center 918.631.GoTU (4688) www.utulsa.edu
12/11-14 Tulsa Farm Show - River Spirit Expo - Expo Square - 918-744-1113 www.exposquare.com
12/10 Food Truck Wednesday Guthrie Green 918-574-2421 www.guthriegreen.com
12/11-12 A Christmas Carol - John H. Williams Theatre - Performing Arts Center 918-596-7111 www.tulsapac.com
12/10-13 Comedian James Johann Loony Bin Comedy Club - 918-392-5653 www.loonybincomedy.com
12/12 Tulsa Oilers v. Brampton Beast BOK Center 918-894-4200 www.tulsaoilers.com
12/11 Cowboy Troy with DJ Sinister Osage Casino Event Center - 918-699-7667 www.osagecasinos.com
12/11 Fine as Paint - The Hunt Club 918-599-9200 - www.thehuntclubtulsa.com
12/12 All About a Bubble - The Hunt Club 918-599-9200 www.thehuntclubtulsa.com
12/12 So You Think You Can Dance Brady Theatre - 918-582-7239 www.bradytheater.com 12/12 Stoney LaRue; Bo Phillips Band Cain’s Ballroom - 918-584-2306 www.cainsballroom.com
12/12-13 Two Friends & Junk - Exchange Center - Expo Square - 918-744-1113 www.exposquare.com
12/12-14 Tulsa Ballet: The Nutcracker Chapman Music Hall - Performing Arts Center - 918-596-7111 www.tulsapac.com
12/12-14 American Finals Rodeo - Ford Truck Arena - Expo Square - 918-744-1113 www.exposquare.com
12/13 Tulsa Oilers v. Quad City Mallards - BOK Center - 918-894-4200 www.tulsaoilers.com
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12/13 Tulsa Golden Hurricanes Mens Basketball vs. Oklahoma - Reynolds Center - 918.631.GoTU (4688) www.utulsa.edu
12/13 T-Town Showdown - Pavilion Expo Square - 918-744-1113 www.exposquare.com
12/13 Freakshow - The Hunt Club 918-599-9200 www.thehuntclubtulsa.com
12/13-14 A Christmas Carol - John H. Williams Theatre - Performing Arts Center 918-596-7111 www.tulsapac.com
12/14 Tulsa Golden Hurricanes Womens Basketball vs. Arkansas - Reynolds Center - 918.631.GoTU (4688) www.utulsa.edu
12/14 Blue October with special guests Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness, Semi Precious Weapons and Twin Atlantic - Brady Theatre - 918-582-7239 www.bradytheater.com
12/16-20 A Christmas Carol - John H. Williams Theatre - Performing Arts Center - 918-596-7111 www.tulsapac.com
12/17 Food Truck Wednesday - Guthrie Green 918-574-2421 www.guthriegreen.com
12/17 Tulsa Golden Hurricanes Mens Basketball vs. Missouri State - Reynolds Center - 918.631.GoTU (4688) www.utulsa.edu
12/17 Tulsa Oilers v. Wichita Thunder BOK Center 918-894-4200 www.tulsaoilers.com
12/17-20 Comedian Mark Klein Loony Bin Comedy Club - 918-392-5653 www.loonybincomedy.com
12/18 Ego Culture - The Hunt Club 918-599-9200 www.thehuntclubtulsa.com
12/18 Tulsa Golden Hurricanes Womens Basketball vs. New Orleans Reynolds Center - 918.631.GoTU (4688) www.utulsa.edu
12/19 Tulsa Oilers v. Rapid City Rush BOK Center 918-894-4200 www.tulsaoilers.com
12/19 Dante and the Hawks - The Hunt Club 918-599-9200 www.thehuntclubtulsa.com
12/19-21 Tulsa Ballet: The Nutcracker Chapman Music Hall - Performing Arts Center - 918-596-7111 www.tulsapac.com
12/20 19th Annual Red Dirt Christmas Tea Leaf Green, Red Dirt Rangers and Mike Hosty Duo - Cain’s Ballroom 918-584-2306 www.cainsballroom.com
12/20 David Castro Band - The Hunt Club 918-599-9200 www.thehuntclubtulsa.com
12/20 Holiday Jam featuring T.I. & Friends Cox Business Center - 918-978-0900 www.coxcentertulsa.com
12/20 The Black Keys with Special Guest St. Vincent - BOK Center 918-894-4200 www.bokcenter.com
12/20 Tulsa Flea Market - Exchange Center - Expo Square - 918-744-1113 www.exposquare.com
12/21 Tulsa Golden Hurricanes Womens Basketball vs. UALR Reynolds Center - 918.631.GoTU (4688) www.utulsa.edu
12/21 Tulsa Oilers v. Allen Americans BOK Center 918-894-4200 www.tulsaoilers.com
12/22 Tulsa Golden Hurricanes Mens Basketball vs. Incarnate Word Reynolds Center - 918.631.GoTU (4688) www.utulsa.edu
12/22-23 A Christmas Carol - John H. Williams Theatre - Performing Arts Center 918-596-7111 www.tulsapac.com
12/24 Food Truck Wednesday - Guthrie Green 918-574-2421 www.guthriegreen.com
12/26 Deacon - The Hunt Club 918-599-9200 www.thehuntclubtulsa.com
12/26 The Turnpike Troubadours; Jonny Burke - Cain’s Ballroom 918-584-2306 www.cainsballroom.com
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12/26-27 Comedian Scott White Loony Bin Comedy Club - 918-392-5653 www.loonybincomedy.com
12/27 Tulsa Revolution Professional Arena Soccer League v. Wichita B52s Cox Business Center - 918-978-0900 www.coxcentertulsa.com 12/27 RPM - The Hunt Club - 918-599-9200 www.thehuntclubtulsa.com
12/27 The Turnpike Troubadours; Hayes Carll - Cain’s Ballroom - 918-584-2306 www.cainsballroom.com
12/27 Tulsa Flea Market - Exchange Center - Expo Square - 918-744-1113 www.exposquare.com 12/28 Tulsa Oilers v. Allen Americans BOK Center 918-894-4200 www.tulsaoilers.com
12/28 Felix Cavaliere’s Rascals - The Joint @ Hard Rock Casino - 918-384-ROCK www.hardrockcasinotulsa.com
12/29-31 Tournamanet of Champions Mabee Center - 918-495-6000 www.mabeecenter.com
12/30 Tulsa Oilers v. Rapid City Rush BOK Center 918-894-4200 www.tulsaoilers.com
12/31 Able the Allies - The Hunt Club 918-599-9200 www.thehuntclubtulsa.com
12/31 Food Truck Wednesday - Guthrie Green 918-574-2421 www.guthriegreen.com
12/31 Tulsa Golden Hurricanes Womens Basketball vs. Cincinnati Reynolds Center 918.631.GoTU (4688) www.utulsa.edu
12/31 Comedian Marc Rubben - Loony Bin Comedy Club - 918-392-5653 www.loonybincomedy.com
12/31 New Year’s Eve Celebration featuring Bradio, The Fabulous Mid Life Crisis Band and Imzadi - Brady Theatre 918-582-7239 www.bradytheater.com Tulsa KEY • December 2014
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With a 9,000-square-foot showroom packed with merchandise from 60 antique dealers, you're sure to find something you like at I-44 Antique Mall in Tulsa. This clean and airy store stocks row after row of art, furniture, home decor and collectibles. Collectible items found in the store include military memorabilia, railroad items, medical and dental collectibles and postcards.
Uncover treasures for every special occasion, like vintage napkins for your Thanksgiving dinner or matching crystal serving sets for a Christmas party. Vintage Valentine cards and special spring items are also popular at I-44 Antique Mall.
Located at the Southeast corner of I-44 & Peoria the Mall. Open Monday-Saturday 10-6 and Sunday 12-6. Phone 918-712-2222 or visit www.I44AntiqueMall.com.
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BLUE ROSE CAFÉ 1924 Riverside Drive 918.582.4600 The Blue Rose Café family prides itself in providing a comfortable atmosphere surrounded by great service and personality. Surrounded by windows, roll-up garage doors, indoor/outdoor service, and a large patio area constructed on piers overlooking the Arkansas River, it's the best place in town to kick back and relax.
CELEBRITY RESTAURANT 3109 S. Yale Ave 918.743.1800 For nearly 50 years, Celebrity Restaurant has been Tulsa’s icon. Established in 1963, Celebrity is a time-tested Tulsa tradition. Celebrity is a wonderful surprise. From the outside, it doesn't look like you might expect, but walk in and everything changes! Inside it is a cozy place that has an award-winning menu and classic decor that provide guests with a one-of-a-kind fine dining experience.
EDDIE’S STEAKHOUSE 3510 E. 31st St. 742.521.5212 A Tulsa landmark with unmatched tradition, quality, and pricing. Serving only the highest quality meats and Mediterranean-style dishes prepared fresh daily from the finest ingredients.
IN THE RAW 34th & Peoria 918.744.1300 61st & Sheridan 918.524.0063 In the raw sushi features traditional and nouveau sushi, sashimi and nigiri creations in addition to a full menu of cooked cuisine. The menu is the creative and everevolving centerpiece of the multi-sensory dining experience. JAMES MCNELLIE’S PUBLIC HOUSE
409 East 1st Street 918-382-PINT (7468) McNellie’s is a neighborhood gathering place for everything and everyone - regardless of age. The pubs feature menus with fresh, reasonably priced food and an atmosphere that is ideal for everyone including families with young children.
JUNIPER 324 E 3rd St. 918.794.1090 Juniper focuses on providing the freshest, local products. Using hand-selected items sourced from Green Country, Juniper's menu evolves with the changing seasons, allowing Justin and his team to introduce new and exciting plates with International and American influences. The bar at Juniper focuses on innovation in mixology, utilizing infused vodkas, gins and flavored bitters. MAHOGANY PRIME STEAKHOUSE
6823 S. Yale Ave 918.494.4043 Mahogany's steaks are the finest customaged U.S. Prime Midwestern Beef known for its excellence in marbling, texture and flavor. Selections from the ocean include Australian Rock lobster and the freshest fish daily based on availability.
MCGILL’S 1560 E. 21st St. 918.742.8080 6058 S. Yale Ave. 918.388.8080 Prime rib. Prime steak. Prime seafood. This upscale restaurant delivers a dining experience that makes every guest feel as if they are an executive-level power player.
PRHYME STEAKHOUSE 111 N. Main 918.794.7700 In downtown Tulsa’s Brady District, PRHYME Downtown Steakhouse introduces an upscale, modern interpretation of an American steakhouse. PRHYME features classic cuts of beef, such as the Rib-Eye, NY Strip and Filet Mignon. PRHYME presents a wine list with over 225 selections from around the world, meticulously chosen and arranged by its Certified Sommelier and Beverage Director, Joe Breaux. RIVERSIDE GRILL 9912 Riverside Parkway 918.394.2433 Riverside Grill sits on the bank of the Arkansas River and focuses on providing the freshest in ingredients, seafood, and meats. Local produce and an extensive selection of gluten free menu items. Tulsa KEY • December 2014
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Restaurants & Clubs
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STONEHORSE CAFE 1748 Utica Square 918.712.7470 This upscale, locally-owned restaurant is located in the heart of historic Utica Square. The menu is straightforward and honest, prepared in classic French culinary technique with a New England influence.
TAVOLO ITALIAN BISTRO 115 West 5th St. 918.895.8403 A new dining concept by Justin Thompson, will open for business May 2014. The menu, featuring classic Italian favorites and modern, innovative plates, offer both lunch and dinner options along with an extensive wine list. Lemoncello and grappa are made in-house alongside freshly prepared tiramisu, homemade ice cream, sorbet and custard.
TRULA’S 115 West 5th St. 918.895.8403 Trula impresses with a traditional yet surprisingly decadent menu. From Scrumptious seafood to sizzling steaks to luscious pastries, Trula Restaurant provides spectacular offerings for refined Tulsa dining at its best.
WILD FORK 1820 Utica Square 918.742.0712 Where art meets the art of dining. This eclectic masterpiece is a fun-loving staple of the Midtown crowd. The Wild Fork features a full spectrum of dining and features an ever-changing collection of artwork by regional artists. SPAGHETTI WAREHOUSE 221 Brady St. 918.587.4440 Every day they roll hundreds of meatballs by hand, prepare sauces from scratch, & layer lasagna with fresh meats, cheeses, noodles, spices, & sauce.
WILSON’S BBQ 1522 E. Apache Ave. 918.425.9912 3616 E. 11th Street 918.836.7020 This legendary, family-owned barbecue joint has been a Tulsa icon since the 1960s and is owed a debt of gratitude from the paper towel industry. After all, sloppy BBQ is the best BBQ!
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YOKOZUNA 309 E. 2nd St 918.508.7676 Creative menu features classic dishes from Chinese, Japanese, and Thai and an Asian spin on some American favorites like filet mignon and pork chops.
CLUBS & ENTERTAINMENT
HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO 777 West Cherokee St., 918.384.7800, As the seventh Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in the world, Hard Rock Tulsa boasts Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill; 450 luxury hotel rooms and suites; more than 2,300 electronic games and 70 poker and table games; five dining venues including McGill’s on 19, a fine-dining penthouse restaurant; and six nightclubs and entertainment venues including the 2,500 seat Event Center and “indoor amphitheater” The Joint. The Hard Rock retail store is stocked with favorite Hard Rock merchandise and souvenirs.
RIVER SPIRIT CASINO 81st & Riverside • 8330 Riverside Pkwy., 918.995.8518 One of the largest casinos in Oklahoma, River Spirit offers more than 300,000 square feet of gaming space with 2,750 high-tech machines, 24 table games and 15 poker tables. With four dining venues including the state’s largest buffet and a sports bar, dining options are incredible. Other draws include free entertainment, exciting promotions, a prestigious High Stakes Lounge and excellent customer service - all within a beautiful new building. OSAGE CASINO 951 W. 36th St. North, 918.699.7600 The 47,000-square-foot casino features a “blues and jazz” theme with 1,000 electronic gaming devices and an entertainment venue featuring headlining
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Every City has an iconic restaurant – the one that is the fabric of the community. The restaurant that has weathered the test of time. The restaurant that is the locals “go to” place for great atmosphere, service and consistency - but most importantly great food.
For nearly 50 years, Celebrity Restaurant has been Tulsa’s icon. Established in 1963, Celebrity is a time-tested Tulsa tradition. The menu isn’t long and hasn’t changed all that much since early days, but there is something for everyone.
Celebrity is open for lunch Monday through Friday from 11 to 2 and dinner Mon. through Thurs. from 5 to 9 pm; Fri. and Sat. 5 to 10. Reservations are suggested, but not required. For reservations call 918.743.1800. For more information visit them at www.celebritytulsa.com.
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he year was 1965 when James R. Cavender, from Pittsburg, Texas, opened a retail western wear store for men and boys. Nearly 50 years, 60+ stores, and around 1700 employees later, Cavender’s Western Outfitters has become synonymous with the well-dressed Oklahoman.
Combine a little of the old west with a lot of the new, and you’ll find Cavender’s offering the hottest and most affordable styles in western wear. They select merchandise to offer their customers the very best in value, durability, and style. Along with the most popular footwear, you’ll find the latest styles in jeans, shirts, outerwear, jewelry and accessories. If you’re looking for a new hat, the symbol of the American West, you are sure to find the perfect one at Cavender’s. They take great pride in supplying a large selection, including felt, straw, and palm leaf styles for folks of all ages, from terrific brands such as Stetson, Resistol, Larry Mahan, Rodeo King, and more. Cavender’s is the world’s largest retailer of handcrafted boots and carry a selection offered nowhere else. In fact, Larry Mahan Boots are sold in Oklahoma, exclusively at Cavender’s. You’ll find a huge selection of men’s jeans from Rock & Roll Cowboy, Cinch, Ariat, and Wrangler. Women’s jeans, shorts and skirts are from Miss Me, Grace in LA, Rock & Roll Cowgirl, and Wrangler. You’re sure to be pleased with the styles and selection. Customer service is top priority, and a diverse line of apparel pleases everyone looking to enjoy a little piece of the western lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for mainstream western apparel or just sticking to a traditional look, Cavender’s has you covered from head to toe. Cavender’s is located at 31st & Memorial (8035 E. 31st Street). Store hours are Monday thru Saturday from 10 to 9 and Sunday noon to 6. For more information call the store, 918-664-2668 or visit cavenders.com.
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isitors to Tulsa can’t miss a stop at the historic Cain’s Ballroom. Built in 1924 by Tulsa entrepreneur Tate Brady, The Cain’s Ballroom has gone from a garage, a dime-a-dance joint and a dancing academy until it became what is known by artists and patrons alike as one of the top performance venues in the world today.
The highlight of the ballroom is a historic maple, spring loaded dance floor designed in a “log cabin” or concentric square pattern. The walls are decorated with oversized photographs of various musicians who played Cain’s, including Bob Wills, Johnnie Lee Wills, Ernest Tubb, Hank Williams, Tex Ritter, Kay Starr and Tennessee Ernie Ford.
Bob Wills was born into a family of fiddlers where he learned to play the fiddle and mandolin. As a young man, Wills performed at house dances, medicine shows and on the radio. On New Year’s Night 1935, he made his debut at Cain’s and the venue soon became known as “The Home of Bob Wills.”
As The Home of Bob Wills and The Texas Playboys from 1935 to 1942, the ballroom was especially significant for popularizing a new sound of western music called western swing, a form of country and western that combined jazz, hillbilly, boogie, blues, big band swing, rhumba, mariachi and jitterbug music. Weekly dances, a midnight radio show and a daily noon-hour program were played by Bob Wills during what are remembered as his “glory years.”
Bob Wills is remembered as “The King of Western Swing.” He was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1978, into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1999 and received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2007 for his significant contributions to American music from the 1930s through the 1960s. During his career, Wills wrote and recorded at least 470 songs, including “Take Me Back to Tulsa” and “San Antonio Rose,” and he influenced such artists as Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard and Asleep at the Wheel.
Even if you miss a concert night – you can still see the ballroom and enjoy Oklahoma Joe's - located in Bob's, the side stage of Cain's Ballroom. The restaurant serves some of the best BBQ this side of Memphis and is open 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday-Friday and for many of the live-music events at Cain's. Located at 423 N Main Street call 918-960-2017 or visit okjoes.com. Cain’s concert days vary though the month, for the current schedule visit cainsballroom.com or call 918-584-2306.
Shopping
ANTIQUES
I-44 ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLES MALL
5111 S. Peoria Ave. 918-712-2222 I-44 Antique and Collectibles Mall has been Tulsa's #1 Antique Store since 1996. Come and see what our more than 50 vendors have to offer in our 9,000 square feet of dealer space.
TULSA ANTIQUES & VINTAGE JEWELRY
4717 E. 41st St. 918-712-8855 Providing everything you need to outfit yourself and your home in antique and vintage wares. Stop by to try on an assortment of jewelry made as early as the late 1800s. A collection of rings, necklaces, bracelets, brooches and earrings all reflect antique styles that are hard to find in modern jewelry stores. Shop a variety of home furnishings, as well. The shop specializes in items from the late 1800s to the 1930s and boasts antique tables, chairs, sofas, cabinets and beds all in pristine condition.
RETAIL AND SPECIALTY LYON'S INDIAN STORE
111 S. Detroit 918-582-6372 Lyon's Indian Store has been a Tulsa fixture for over 95 years. Located in downtown Tulsa Lyon’s offers one of the largest selections of American Indian goods and Oklahoma souvenirs in Tulsa, Located in the city's vibrant Blue Dome District, Lyon's Indian Store features silver and turquoise Indian jewelry, t-shirts, moccasins, Native American art, rugs, pottery, bronze statues, Pendleton blankets, crafts, beads, feathers, gifts and more.
WESTERN WEAR
CAVENDER'S BOOT CITY
8035 E 31st St 918-664-2668 Cavender’s takes exceptional care of our customers, striving to provide the best value, selection, and service in the business. It’s true - Cavender’s has something for everyone.
DRYSDALES WESTERN WEAR
3220 S. Memorial Dr. 918-664-6481 10127 E. 71st St, 918-252-7917 Established in 1981, this 55,000 square foot emporium features seven departments and the widest selection of Wrangler jeans in the southwest. The newest addition to the
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Drysdales family is located at the center of the Tulsa shopping district, near the intersection of Hwy 169 and 71st Street.
REGIONAL SHOPPING MALLS RIVERWALK CROSSING
300 Riverwalk Terrace 918-296-7121 Through the entrance of RiverWalk Crossing, our resident moose is awaiting visitors at the beautiful rock waterfall cave. Visitors will be delighted by the wildlife sculptures, outdoor fireplaces, riverside outlook areas, and an outdoor amphitheater as children play in the unique dancing fountains. Stroll along the riverbanks and explore the many upscale restaurants and shops of RiverWalk Crossing. Visitors may even catch one of the many live, outdoor performances.
THE FARM SHOPPING CENTER
51st St & S. Sheridan Rd 918-622-3860 The Farm, a Tulsa landmark, is charmingly reminiscent of a village square and features a 90 year old restored barn. The tree-lined outdoor shopping center with convenient curbside parking is home to more than 40 national, regional and local retailers, services and restaurants creating a unique shopping experience in the heart of Tulsa.
THE SHOPPES AT THE REGAL PLAZA
81st Street & S. Lewis 918-295-7200 Upscale shopping with unique boutiques focusing mainly on clothing and home accessories.
TULSA PROMENADE
41st Street & S. Yale Avenue 918-627-9282 Known for great department store shopping, including the most recent addition of Macy’s, as well as other popular retailers including The Gap and Express.
UTICA SQUARE
21st Street and South Utica 918-742-5531 Offers upscale well-known boutiques such as White House/Black Market, Coach, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Chico’s, as well as a number independently owned stores.
WOODLAND HILLS MALL
71st Street and South Memorial Drive Woodland Hills Mall is Tulsa’s premier shopping destination - hundreds of popular stores, restaurants, and specialty shops - the perfect place to spend a Saturday afternoon.
Tulsa Antiques & Vintage Jewelry provides everything you need to outfit yourself and your home in antique and vintage wares. A collection of rings, necklaces, bracelets, brooches and earrings all reflect antique styles that are hard to find in modern jewelry stores including an assortment of jewelry made in the late 1800s. The shop specializes in items from the late 1800s to the 1930s and boasts antique tables, chairs, sofas, cabinets and beds all in pristine condition.
Tulsa Antiques & Vintage Jewelry is located one mile north of I-44 at 4717 E. 41st (corner of 41st and Yale). Open Tuesday thru Saturday 11-5:30. Phone 918-712-8855.
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