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Welcome From the Mayor
We hope you enjoy your stay in our wonderful city. Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma City. I am pleased that you have chosen to visit Oklahoma City 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,
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Oklahoma City: The Newest Frontier KEY Cover Feature: Pole Position Raceway City Sources What to See & Do Entertainment Districts Calendar of Events KEY Shopping: 200 Park for Her Dining Guide Clubs and Entertainment KEY Attraction: Boathouse District KEY Editor’s Pick: Club One15 KEY Dining: Mickey Mantle’s Steakhouse Oklahoma City Map KEY Exhibition: National Cowboy Museum Downtown Map Shopping KEY Nightlife: Coyote Ugly KEY Editor’s Pick: Stella
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Oklahoma City The Newest Frontier
Oklahoma City is a surprise to many visitors and newcomers, with all the friendliness of a small town and the amenities of our nation’s biggest cities. And with over fifty attractions, museums and other activities, visitors will never be at a loss for fun things to see and do. Oklahoma City was born in a single day - April 22, 1889. Just a little over a century ago, the site of Oklahoma City was a grassand-timbered land of gently rolling hills flattening out into prairie in the west. In just over 100 years, this collection of tents grew to a metropolitan city that sprawls across 625 square miles of America's heartland. Its metro population numbers over a million - a third of the entire state’s population.
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ABOUT OUR PAST… Oklahoma’s written history began in 1541 when Spanish explorer Coronado ventured through this area. At that time, it was the home of the Plains Indian tribes, such as the Osage, Kiowa, Apache and Comanche. In 1803, Oklahoma was sold to the U.S. as part of the Louisiana Purchase. In the 1830s, the federal government forced the Five Civilized Tribes to leave their homelands. These tribes were living in the southeastern part of the U.S. They had to walk to Oklahoma over a trail that became known as the “Trail of Tears.” Many men, women and children died during this long and treacherous trip. Once these people settled here, Oklahoma became Indian Territory. 2013
Cowboys began their history on the Texas plains. Texas ranchers found they had large supplies of beef with no place to sell it. The East Coast needed beef. To meet that demand, Texas ranchers had to move their cattle to the closest railroads, which were in Kansas. The Chisholm Trail and other cattle routes were made through Oklahoma between 1866 and 1889. While traveling through Oklahoma, the ranchers realized the territory was not only closer to the railroads, but a good location for raising cattle as well. There was one parcel of land that was never given over to any Indian tribe the Unassigned Lands. In the 1880s, many frontier Americans wanted to move into this land. Soon, landless pioneers began slipping over into this area without authorization. These were the “Boomers,” who were trying to force t h e government into opening the territory up to homesteaders. President Benjamin Harrison signed legislation that opened up the Unassigned Lands and on
April 22, 1889, about 50,000 homesteaders gathered at the boundaries. At noon, the cannon roared, and the hordes of people streamed over the line on wagons and buckboards, horseback, on foot and even on bicycles into the two million acres of land, made their claims and, overnight, Oklahoma City grew out of the plains. The settlers who entered to claim land before the official start of the land run were called Sooners. Hence the state’s nickname. On December 16, 1907, the Oklahoma Territory and Indian Territory joined, and Oklahoma became the 46th state.
Did You Know? The world’s first installed parking meter was in Oklahoma City, on July 16, 1935. Carl C. Magee, of Oklahoma City, is generally credited with originating the parking meter. He filed for a patent for a “coin controlled parking meter” on May 13, 1935.
OKLAHOMA CITY TODAY The pioneer zeal of those early settlers is just as evident in the Oklahoma City of today. The western spirit that helped found Oklahoma City is apparent everywhere you go. Oklahomans are just as likely to be wearing boots and a cowboy hat as they are a suit and tie. Magnificent attractions Above: Cowboys and Rodeo are center stage each January at the International Finals Rodeo. Left: City Church Opposite Page: Metro Transit Trolley; Bricktown Ballpark.
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like the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum, Remington Park Race Track, Frontier City Theme Park, and the Red Earth Indian Center all reflect the strong ties this area has with its western heritage. In the early 1990s, the leaders of Oklahoma City were faced with a decision: to compete or retreat. The decision was made to compete and the city launched a visionary project one that would change the face of Oklahoma City forever. That plan was Metropolitan Area Projects (MAPS), an ambitious program that is one of the most aggressive and successful public-private partnerships ever undertaken in the U.S. The current amount being spent in this public/private partnership exceeds $3 billion. As a result of that vision, visitors can now enjoy a multitude of new attractions and entertainment options. The NBA Oklahoma City Thunder
attract record crowds with its fast-paced, pulsepounding action in the new Chesapeake Energy Arena. The arena, a 20,000-seat entertainment facility, has proven to be an ideal location for basketball, concerts and events. The 15,000-seat AT&T Bricktown Ballpark is home to the Oklahoma City RedHawks, the Houston Astros Triple A affiliate, and has been named one of the nation's top two minor league baseball facilities. Our professional ice hockey team, the Oklahoma City Barons, thrill sports fans in the Cox Center. The Bricktown Canal extends through the Bricktown entertainment district -- just east of downtown, past the Ballpark to the Oklahoma River. The river is being transformed into a seven-mile-long series of river lakes bordered by landscaped areas, trails and recreational facilities.
Work on this $23 million project will continue through 2011. Shops, restaurants and entertainment, hiking and biking trails, and park areas are part of this developing area. A multi-million dollar facelift and renovation of the Cox Convention Center has added new meeting rooms and lobby areas, along with a remodeled exterior and exhibit space. The renovation of the Civic Center Music Hall, an historic art deco building, is now the premier performing arts venue in the Southwest. A new trolley system, the Oklahoma Spirit, covers a three-mile area and loops
through downtown with an additional segment of the trolley system linking the Meridian area hotels, state fairgrounds an Stockyards area with downtown and Bricktown. The unique streetcars offer continuous service six days a week. Oklahoma City isn't lacking in entertainment options, either. The Oklahoma City Philharmonic Orchestra, Ballet Oklahoma, and Broadway shows at Lyric Theatre and the Civic Center are just the beginning. Beautiful lakes, parks and some of the nation's best golf courses and tennis facilities also await the outdoor enthusiast. Welcome to the new Oklahoma City.
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Pole Position Raceway is America's number one chain of indoor go kart tracks, and the company's largest facility is right here in Oklahoma City. The state-of-the-art indoor karting center is home to the fastest go karts in the state, and are capable of speeds up to 45mph. If that's not enough, Pole Position Raceway uses high-performance electric karts that produce no smelly fumes, and accelerate quicker than gas karts. No wonder 2004 NASCAR Champ Kurt Busch is one of the many celebrities who are behind the Pole Position Raceway brand! These are not the karts you remember as a kid! These are real performance karts that are probably the closest you will ever come to driving a real race car. There’s also food, drinks, video games, pool tables and much more inside the 85,000 square-foot building. That’s right, Pole Position Raceway has almost two covered acres, and there is nothing like it in the state of Oklahoma. Up to 12 racers can compete at a time in head-to-head race action. This ads to the intensity of the experience and allows for incredible side-by-side race action. Pole Position Raceway also has two different size karts. The adult karts are for racers who are at least 48 inches tall and the Junior karts are for racers who are at least 48 inches in height. “It’s a lot of fun sitting just a few inches off the ground and going that fast,” said NASCAR pit reporter Jamie Little. “I’m surprised at how fast the karts go. There is no way that you can hold the throttle wide open around the entire track.This is an absolute blast.” “I’m really impressed with the explosive growth of indoor karting,” said Brad Mark, a former general manager of the Richard Petty Driving Experience who offered NASCAR drives at race tracks around the United States. “Pole Position Raceway is a great place for drivers of all skill levels, and even seasoned racers can have fun driving these karts.” Each race lasts approximately 10 minutes on the massive 1/4-mile track. The entire facility is air conditioned, and every racer receives a results sheet full of interesting data. This family form of entertainment has become so popular that Pole Position Raceway has been on such television shows as Good Morning America, Cake Boss, Ice Loves Coco, NASCAR on Fox, and more. In fact, it's even been featured in an Oklahoma State Lottery commercial!
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“It’s an incredible place,” says Oklahoma dirt track legend Shane Carson. “I have a great time every time I am there. The entire staff really understands how to create a real racing experience.” Pole Position Raceway is also loaded with authentic racing memorabilia and has more than a dozen flat screen televisions that play the latest sporting events. The facility is managed by co-owner Greg Slaton, who when he is not at the kart track, he's helping his daughter Alllison launch her sprint car career. It's all part of the company's motto - Built For Racers, By Racers. “I’m actually really impressed with the performance of the karts,” said five-time motorcycle land speed record holder Paul Livingston. “The electric motors are really fast and produce a lot of torque. The torque allows them to accelerate off the corners faster than their gas counterparts. The karts also have a really cool sound, almost like a mini Formula One car. I’m very impressed and Pole Position Raceway has certainly set a new standard in the sport.” Another interesting aspect about the facility is that the entire track is made of moveable barriers to absorb energy in the event of an accident. This moveable track also allows Pole Position Raceway to change the course design every few months so that customers can have a new challenge on a regular basis. It’s so cool that seven-time AMA Supercross Champion Jeremy McGrath calls Pole Position Raceway “the ultimate racing experience for family and friends!” Prices start at $9.95 per session for kids and $14.95 for adults. There are also three different race packages (Pole Position Challenge, Grand Prix and SuperPole) available for groups of eight or more. It’s also an excellent place for birthday parties, corporate team building events, product launches, bachelor parties, church groups, sports teams and more. In fact Pole Position Raceway has had a lot of major companies use the track for big events including Dell, Sonic, Monster Energy Drink, Chesapeake, American Suzuki, Chili’s Bar & Grill, Applebees, Bank of America, and more. “A lot of people think that karting is just for kids,” says co-founder and President Ken Faught. “Fact is that most of our customers are adults. Pole Position Raceway offers an authentic race experience for pretty much everyone in the family, and that’s the driving force behind indoor karting.” Pole Position Raceway is located off I-44 on the corner of N.W. 36th and May Ave. The company also has tracks in California, Texas, St. Louis, Nevada, New Jersey and New York. For more info call 405-942-2292 or visit www.polepositionraceway.com. Oklahoma City KEY • July
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Did You Know? Myriad Botanical Gardens has more than 1,200 species of plants in the Crystal Bridge, representing plants
CITY SOURCES EMERGENCY Police/Fire/Ambulance...........................................911 AAA Emergency Road Service.................(800)222-4357 OKC Police Non-Emergency.............................297-1000 Oklahoma Highway Patrol.................................425-2043 Cellular........................................................................*55 Oklahoma Poison Control Center......................271-5454
from every continent in the world except Antarctica– including more than 2,500 orchids.
URGENT CARE First1MED..............North OKC....................478.0633 First1MED..................NW OKC......................495.5841 First1MED................South OKC......................636-0767 First1MED...................Edmond........................844-1633
HOSPITALS
Above: Myriad Botanical Gardens
Bone and Joint Hospital.....................................272-9671 Community Hospital..........................................602-8100 Deaconess Hospital............................................604-6000 Edmond Medical Center....................................341-6100 Integris Baptist Medical Center.........................949-3011 Integris Southwest Medical Center....................636-7000 Mercy Health Center..........................................755-1515 Midwest Regional Medical Center....................610-4411 Norman Regional Hospital................................329-6877 OU Medical Center............................................271-4700 Renaissance Women’s Hospital.........................359-9800 Saint Anthony Hospital......................................272-7000 OU Health Science Center.................................271-4000 Veteran’s Hospital……........................……......270-0501
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...............................................(405) 232-6161
AIRLINES American...................................................(800)433-7300 Delta..........................................................(800)221-1212 Southwest..................................................(800)435-9792 United........................................................(800)241-6522 Frontier................................................(800)432-1359
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Wiley Post Airport..............................................789-4061 Will Rogers World Airport Paging.....................680-3317 Police.....................680-3233 Travelers Aid. ........680-3317 Oklahoma City KEY • July 2013
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ENTERTAINMENT Tickets and Information Ballet Oklahoma.........................................848-8637 Black Liberated Arts Center............................232-2522 Barons Hockey ..............................................232-4625 Bricktown Brawlers.........................................602-8557 Canterbury Choral Society...............................232-7464 Carpenter Square Theatre................................232-6500 Chesapeake Arena..........................................602-8500 Civic Center Music Hall..................................297-2584 COX Business Center......................................297-3300 Lyric Theatre...................................................524-9312 National Cowboy Museum.............................478-2250 Oklahoma State Capital..................................521-3356 Science Museum of Oklahoma........................602-6664 OKC Museum of Art......................................236-3100 OKC Philharmonic.........................................842-5387 Oklahoma Opry...............................................632-8322 Oklahoma City Redhawks..............................218-1000 Oklahoma City Thunder..................................208-4800 Prairie Dance Theatre......................................424-2249 Rose State College Performing Arts................733-7960 Stage Center Presents......................................270-4801 State Fair Park.................................................948-6704 Stockyards City...............................................235-7267
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.
PUBLIC GOLF COURSES Brookside Golf Course (18 holes) 9016 South Shields • 632-9666 Earlywine Golf Course (36 holes) 115th & S. Portland • 691-1727 James Stewart Golf Course (9 holes) 824 Carverdale Drive • 424-4353
Above: Dancers performing at Red Earth Festival
Lake Hefner Golf Course (36 holes) 4491 S. Lake Hefner Road • 843-1565 Lincoln Park Golf Course (36 holes) 4001 N.E. Grand Blvd. • 424-1421 Trosper Park Golf Course (18 holes) 2301 S.E. 29th Street • 677-8874
PUBLIC TENNIS COURTS Earlywine Golf Course (12 Courts) S.W. 119th & May Avenue OKC Tennis Center (24 courts) N.W. 36th & Portland Oklahoma City KEY • July 2013
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WHAT TO SEE & DO AMERICAN BANJO MUSEUM 9 E. Sheridan • 604-2793 The American Banjo Museum is a $5 million, world-class 21,000 square foot facility honoring the rich history, vibrant spirit and unlimited future of the banjo. The museum contains more than 300 instruments, the largest collection on public display in the world. Examples include replicas of primitive banjos developed by African slaves in the Old South, Minstrel Age instruments from 19th century, post WWII instruments used in bluegrass, folk and world music, and museum’s core collection of ornately decorated banjos made in America during the Jazz Age of the 1920’s and 30s. Hours: Tues-Sat 11-6 Sun 12-5. Admission: Adults $6; Seniors (55+), Students $5; Youth (5-17) $4; Children (under 5) Free; Family (2 adults-2 children) $15
FRONTIER CITY THEME PARK 11501 NE Expressway • 478-2412 www.frontiercity.com Frontier City, a western-style theme park in Oklahoma City, covers over 40 acres of rides, shows and attractions for the entire family. Frontier City features three roller coasters, and water rides that are guaranteed to cool you off. Frontier City is open weekends through Memorial Day. Daily operation varies; Please call (405) 478-2412 or visit frontiercity.com.
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JASMINE MORAN CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 1714 Highway 9 W. Seminole • 405-382-0950 A special hands-on museum where 3 to 12 year olds “become” TV anchors, doctors, medics, judges, artists, pilots, firefighters and much more. Be amazed at the 13,500-gallon aquarium filled with aquatic life. The place in Oklahoma where kids “play to learn” and adults “learn to play.” (East of OKC on 1-40 at Seminole exit #200, 9 miles south to Highway 9, then 1 mile west.) Hours: Tues-Sat 10-5; Sun 1-5. Closed Mon. and major holidays. Admission: $8 MYRIAD BOTANICAL GARDENS 301 W. Reno - 297-3995 The Myriad Botanical Gardens is a 17-acre oasis in the heart of downtown. The centerpiece of the gardens is the Crystal Bridge Tropical Conservatory, featuring over 2,000 fascinating species of palm trees, flowers and exotic plants from across the globe. Hours: MonSat 9-5; Sun 11-5 (Sun 11-7, June 1-Labor Day). Admission to Crystal Bridge: $7 for adults; $6 for students, active military and seniors 62+; $4 for children 4-12. Discount for groups of 20+. Admission is free for children 3 and under. Outdoor grounds: Free.
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NATIONAL COWBOY & WESTERN HERITAGE MUSEUM 1700 NE 63rd • 478-2250 The National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum preserves the rugged individualism and romantic spirit of the frontier. This popular visitor attraction features a superlative collection of classic and contemporary Western art, including works by Charles Russell, Frederic Remington, and the famous 18-foot sculpture, The End of the Trail. New historical galleries include the American Cowboy Gallery, the American Rodeo Gallery, Western Performer’s Gallery and Prosperity Junction, a re-created authentic western town. Visitors of all ages enjoy an adventure into the Old West at this national memorial to the American cowboy. Hours: Open 10-5 7 days a week except Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Years Day. Admission: adults $12.50, seniors and students $9.75, children ages 4-12 $5.75, children 3 and under free. OKLAHOMA CITY MUSEUM OF ART 415 Couch Drive • 236-3100 The Museum of Art in the Donald W. Reynolds Visual Arts Center is a 110,000 sq. ft. facility featuring 15 exhibition galleries, an education center, a 250-seat theater, cafe, store and library/resource center. Programs include world-class traveling exhibitions, comprehensive film programs and a variety of family activities. The commissioned 55 ft. signature sculpture by world renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly serves as a beacon for the museum and downtown. Hours: Tues-Sat 10-5; Thurs 10-9; Sun 12-5. Admission: Adults $12; Senior (62+) Students and Children $10; Children under 5 Free. Oklahoma City KEY • July 2013
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OKLAHOMA HISTORY CENTER 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive • 522-0754 The past comes alive at the Oklahoma History Center, Oklahoma’s state museum of history. Discover the people and stories that make Oklahoma truly unique. From oil and gas to aviation, from the Dust Bowl to space exploration, from tornadoes to the Land Run, from Native American Indians to Route 66, there’s a story of triumph and tragedy, hope and heartache, famous and infamous around every corner. Conveniently located in the Capital Complex, the museum is adjacent to the State Capitol and the Governor’s Mansion, both within easy driving or walking distance. Hours: Mon-Sat 10 to 5. Admission is $7 for adults; $5 for seniors; $4 for students. OKLAHOMA CITY NATIONAL MEMORIAL MUSEUM 620 N Harvey • 235-3313 The Museum, housed in the historic Journal Record Building that was damaged by the blast, is adjacent to the symbolic memorial, provides visitors with an experience beyond what they see at the memorial monument. The storyline is presented in ten chapters beginning in Oklahoma City the morning of the bombing, the moments immediately following the blast, through the 16 days of rescue and recovery, and to the rebuilding of Oklahoma City. The story is told through exhibits and recorded narratives from victims’ family members, survivors, rescue workers and others. Hours: Open seven days a week, Mon – Sat, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sun, Noon -6 p..m Ticket sales stop daily at 5 p.m. Admission: $12 Adults, $10 Seniors 62+, Military with ID and Students (Age 6 through college with ID), 5 and under free.
OKLAHOMA CITY ZOO • 2101 NE 50th • 424-3344 Come on, the wild is calling! One of the top three family-friendly zoos in the nation, the Zoo features a diverse and fascinating animal and plant collection. Children and adults alike will enjoy world class habitats including Great EscApe, Cat Forest/Lion Overlook, Oklahoma Trails and the new elephant habitat. The Children’s Zoo allows kids of all ages the opportunity to explore the wonders of nature through play plus interactions with barnyard animals and the ever-popular lorikeets! Located at the crossroads of I-44 and I-35, in the heart of Oklahoma City’s Adventure District the Zoo is open everyday except for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Adult admission (12-64) $8; Children (3-11) and seniors (65+) $5; Children 2 and under free. SCIENCE MUSEUM OKLAHOMA • 2100 NE 52nd • 602-OMNI The state’s premier destination for family fun, houses over eight acres of hands-on science experiences. With brand new exhibits, the excitement of live entertainment shows, one-of-a-kind IMAX film experiences and a newly renovated Science Floor. As the state’s only physical science museum and a Smithsonian Affiliate, The Museum reveals the wonder and relevance of science in our everyday lives. From traveling beyond the Milky Way in the Planetarium Theater to witnessing live explosions in Science Live, the Museum provides a safe environment for letting your inner-child run wild. Museum Hours: Open Mon Fri: 9am-5pm, Sat: 9am-6pm, Sun: 11am-6pm. General Admission & Dome Theater - Adults: $14.95 Seniors: $11.95 Children: $11.95 General Admission - Adults: $10.95 Seniors: $8.95 Children: $8.95 Dome Theater Only - Adults: $8.45 Seniors: $6.95 Children: $6.95 Oklahoma City KEY • July 2013
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Entertainment Districts Entertainment Districts
AS YOU ENJOY SHOPPING, DINING AND SIGHTSEEING, YOUR PATH WILL LIKELY CROSS ONE OF THESE ‘ MUST SEE ’ NEIGHBORHOODS . ADVENTURE DISTRICT
The Adventure District is the destination for entertainment the entire family
will enjoy. Located at the crossroads of I-44 and I-35 in northeast Oklahoma City, the district features Oklahoma’s most outstanding visitor attractions. Attractions include the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, National Softball Hall of Fame, Oklahoma State Firefighters Museum, Oklahoma City Zoo, Science Museum Oklahoma, Remington Park Racing Casino and Cinemark Tinseltown USA.
BRICKTOWN HISTORIC DISTRICT Just east of Downtown is Bricktown, Oklahoma City's renovated ware house district. When the area was built back at the
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turn of the century, bricks made from Oklahoma's famous dark red earth were the most plentiful building material available. Today, those bricks provide the signature look to Bricktown, which has become OKC's biggest hot spot for fine restaurants, clubs, galleries and shops, including Oklahoma's first microbrewery. Tour boats chug down the Bricktown Canal, a mile-long pedestrian waterway that cuts through the heart of Bricktown, turns south at
the Ballpark, past water falls and fountains to the new Harkins Theatres and Bass Pro Shops. Centennial Crossing, a larger-than-life sculpture depicting the Oklahoma Land Run, consists of 45 figures depicting land run participants on their way to stake claims in the new territory.
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OKLAHOMA CITY ARTS DISTRICT As the majestic Myriad Botanical Gardens and the multi-faceted Stage Center - home of several theater companies - remain major anchor attractions for the Arts District, several new venues have recently opened. The Civic Center Music Hall reopened its doors in November 2001, presenting a classic ambiance from stainless steel accents to authentic art deco chandeliers for all to admire. The state-of-the art facility showcases performances from ballet to Broadway. The Oklahoma City Museum of Art houses the largest glass sculpture by artist Dale Chihuly. Standing nearly 55 feet tall with over 2,400 pieces of
glass, the sculpture shines as a beacon from the front atrium of the museum. The museum also showcases numerous other exhibits as well as an impressive classic film library.
PASEO DISTRICT The Historic Paseo District is a part of Oklahoma City that time forgot - but the arts remembered. The gateway to this historic district is considered to be NW 30th and Shartel. The Paseo was built in 1929 as the first commercial shop-
ping district north of downtown Oklahoma City. This little Spanish village with its stucco buildings and clay tile roofs is the home of Oklahoma City’s artists’ community. On this little tree lined street you will find painters, potters, photographers, writers, and actors. Within the two blocks of the Paseo you can visit a stained glass works, a pottery studio, watch a painter at work, see a performance of a children's theater group, have dinner, and shop.
STOCKYARDS DISTRICT If you want to see a little of the real West of today, mosey on down to Stockyards City, a few minutes west of downtown. Home to the world’s largest stocker/feeder live-
stock market, Stockyards City is the “genuine article” and a "must see." For over 80 years, Stockyards City has continually offered the kind of quality products and services which are synonymous with the heritage of the West. A ‘must do’ in the Stockyards is Cattlemen’s Steakhouse, Oklahoma’s oldest continually operating restaurant. After a great steak, take time to browse the western wear and specialty shops lining the streets, complete with jeans (Wranglers is the brand of choice), wide selection of boots, hats, dusters, spurs and belt buckles the size of
hubcaps. If you can’t find what you need off the shelf, there are highly skilled artisans ready to custom make whatever you need. You won’t find any “My parents went to Stockyard City and all I got was this lousy T-shirt” shirts or Elvis salt and pepper shakers, but you will leave knowing what a real steak tastes like, and that real boots don’t come from Bloomingdale’s.
WESTERN AVENUE DISTRICT Just north of downtown, beginning at 36th street and continuing north to Wilshire, this historic area is an eclectic collection of restaurants, antique shops, home furnishing specialty stores, personal services, art galleries and retail shops. Frequently referred to by locals as “Restaurant Row”, Western Avenue features almost every cuisine at trendy establishments ranging from casual to elegant. Western Avenue is an older commercial strip that still maintains some of its 1940’s atmosphere with the feel and charm of a small town main street. The district also features unique shopping opportunities with hip stores, antique stores, boutiques, galleries, spas and upscale shopping. Independently owned restaurants and clubs, live music, entertainment and
shopping make this area a fun place to browse.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS ONGOING EVENTS & EXHIBITS ALL EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Thru 7/28 Exhibit: “Into the Void” - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman 405-325-4938 - www.ou.edu/fjjma Thru 7/28 Exhibit: “Stirring the Fire: A Global Movement to Empower Women and Girls” - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 - www.ou.edu/fjjma
Thru 9/7 Exhibit: “Invisible Eve” - Gaylord-Pickens Oklahoma Heritage Museum - 405-523-3231 www.oklahomaheritage.com Thru 9/8 Exhibit: “Beautiful Beasts: The Unseen Life of Oklahoma Spiders and Insects” Sam Noble Museum, Norman - 405-325-4712 www.samnoblemuseum.org
Thru 9/15 Exhibit “Hopituy: Hopi Art from the Permanent Collections” - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 www.ou.edu/fjjma Thru 11/30 Exhibit: “Enriched: Animal Art from the OKC Zoo” - Oklahoma History Center 405-522-0765 - www.okhistorycenter.org Thru 12/31 Exhibit: “Oklahoma Writers” Oklahoma History Center - 405-522-0765 www.okhistorycenter.org
Thru 12/31 Exhibit: “Oklahoma @ the Movies” Oklahoma History Center - 405-522-0765 www.okhistorycenter.org
Thru 12/31 Exhibit: “Reigns Supreme: The Little Black Dress and Beyond” - Oklahoma History Center - 405-522-0765 - www.okhistorycenter.org
Thru 12/31 Exhibit: “Oklahoma and the Day that will Live in Infamy” - Oklahoma History Center - 405-522-0765 www.okhistorycenter.org JULY 7/1 First Free Monday - Sam Noble Museum Norman - 405-593-9060 - www.visitnorman.com
7/1-3 Oklahoma City Redhawks vs. Albuquerque Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark 405-218-1000 www.OKCRedhawks.com
7/2 Art Adventures - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art - Norman - 405-325-4938 - www.ou.edu/fjjma
7/2 Wild Tuesdays Story Time Safaris - Oklahoma City Zoo - 405-425-0262 - www.okczoo.com 7/3 Okietales - Oklahoma History Center 405-522-0785 - www.okhistory.org 7/3 Way Back Wednesdays - Oklahoma City Zoo 405-425-0262 - www.okczoo.com 7/3 Oklahoma City Philharmonic, “Red, White & Boom” - State Fair Park - Bandshell Stage 405-948-6708 - www.okcphilharmonic.org 7/3 Yukon’s Freedom Fest Tribute to Veterans City Park, Yukon - 405-354-8442 www.cityofyukonok.gov 7/4 Edmond LibertyFest - Parade - Downtown Edmond, Edmond - www.libertyfest.org 7/4 Edmond LibertyFest - Park Fest at UCO - University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond www.libertyfest.org 7/4 Edmond LibertyFest - Fireworks University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond www.libertyfest.org 7/4 Grand Casino Resort Firework Display Grand Casino Resort, Shawnee - 405-964-7263 www.grandcasinoshawnee.com 7/4 Bricktown 4th Fest - Bricktown 405-236-8666 - welcometobricktown.com 7/4 Seminole's 4th of July Festival - Seminole Municipal Park, Seminole - 405-382-3640 www.seminoleokchamber.org
7/4 City of Chickasha Fourth of July Fireworks Show - Shannon Springs Park, Chickasha - 405-222-6028 7/5 White Water Bay Dive-In Movie: Here Comes the Boom - White Water Bay 405-943-9687 - www.WhiteWaterBay.com 7/5 Billy Currington in Concert - Showplace Theatre at Riverwind Casino, Norman 405-322-6464 - www.riverwind.com 7/5 Lower Bricktown Free Concerts Lower Bricktown Plaza 405-605-9550 www.welcometobricktown.com 7/5-7 USTRC Oklahoma Classic Team Roping Lazy E Arena, Guthrie - 405-282-RIDE www.lazye.com
7/6 Drop-in Art - Oklahoma City Museum of Art 405-236-3100 - www.okcmoa.com
7/6 Frontier City Summer Concert Series presents the Charlie Daniels Band - Frontier City - 405-478-2140 - www.FrontierCity.com 7/6 Independence Day Train Ride at the Oklahoma Railway Museum - Oklahoma Railway Museum - 405-424-8222 www.oklahomarailwaymuseum.org
7/6 Byron Berline Band - Music Hall, Guthrie 405-282-6646 www.doublestop.com 7/6 History Comes Alive Series - Regatta Park on the Oklahoma River - 405-702-7755 www.okrivercruises.com
7/6 Justin Moore in Concert - Showplace Theatre at Riverwind Casino, Norman 405-322-6464 - www.riverwind.com
7/6 Disco Nights - Meridian Landing on the Oklahoma River - 405-702-7755 www.okrivercruises.com
7/7 Sunday Twilight Concerts - Bread & Butter Band - Bluegrass - Myriad Gardens Great Lawn 405-270-4848 www.ArtsCouncilOKC.com
7/7 Shakespeare on the River - Regatta
Park on the Oklahoma River - 405-702-7755 www.okrivercruises.com
7/7 Sunset Cinemas - Charles J. Johnson Park Town Center, Midwest City 405-739-1293 www.midwestcityok.org
7/7-12 International Finals Youth Rodeo Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center, Shawnee - 405-275-7020 - www.ifyr.com 7/9 Art Adventures - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 www.ou.edu/fjjma 7/9 Wild Tuesdays Story Time Safaris Oklahoma City Zoo - 405-425-0262 www.okczoo.com 7/9-13 Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma presents: The King and I - Civic Center Music Hall 405-524-9312 - www.LyricTheatreOKC.com
7/10 Okietales - Oklahoma History Center 405-522-0785 - www.okhistory.org 7/11 Gallery Talk, Traditional Protocol vs. Artistic License - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 www.ou.edu/fjjma
7/11 Yukon’s Concerts in the Park Chisholm Trail Park, Yukon www.cityofyukonok.gov
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7/11 Midwest City Summer Concert Series Joe. B. Barnes Regional Park, Midwest City 405-739-1293 - www.midwestcityok.org
7/11-14 World Cup of Softball - ASA Hall of Fame Complex - www. asasoftball.com
7/11-14 Oklahoma City Redhawks vs. New Orleans – Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark 405-218-1000 - www.OKCRedhawks.com
7/12 White Water Bay Dive-In Movie: Hotel Transylvania - White Water Bay 405-943-9687 www.WhiteWaterBay.com
7/12 Art “a la Carte” - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 - www.ou.edu/fjjma
7/12 Lower Bricktown Free Concerts Lower Bricktown Plaza 405-605-9550 www.welcometobricktown.com 7/12-14 Cimarron Opera's Summer Operetta, Gilbert & Sullivan's "Ruddigore" - Nancy O'Brian Center for the Performing Arts, Norman 405-364-8962 - cimarronopera.org
7/13 FAA Credit Union Summer Movie Series The Boathouse District on the Oklahoma River - 405-552-4040 - www.riversportokc.org
7/13 History Comes Alive Series - Regatta Park on the Oklahoma River - 405-702-7755 www.okrivercruises.com 7/13 Disco Nights - Meridian Landing on the Oklahoma River - 405-702-7755 www.okrivercruises.com 7/13 Drop-in Art - Oklahoma City Museum of Art - 405-236-3100 www.okcmoa.com
7/13-14 Little Britches Finals Rodeo Grady County Fairgrounds & Chickasha - 580-920-4545
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Buchanan’s Vintage Flea Market State Fair Park - Modern Living Building 405948-6708 - www.buchananmarkets.com
7/13-14-8/25 The Art of the Human Figure Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art, Shawnee 405-878-5300 - www.mgmoa.org
7/14 Sunday Twilight Concerts - OKC Ballet, Lifechange Ballroom, & Race Dance Co. Multi-Genre Dance - Myriad Gardens Great Lawn 405-270-4848 - www.ArtsCouncilOKC.com
7/14 Shakespeare on the River - Regatta Park on the Oklahoma River - 405-702-7755 www.okrivercruises.com 7/14 Sunset Cinemas - Charles J. Johnson Park Town Center, Midwest City - 405-739-1293 www.midwestcityok.org
7/16 Cowboy Cantina - National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum - 405-478-2250 www.nationalcowboymuseum.org 7/16 Art Adventures - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 - www.ou.edu/fjjma 7/16 Wild Tuesdays Story Time Safaris - Oklahoma City Zoo - 405-425-0262 - www.okczoo.com 7/17 Okietales - Oklahoma History Center 405-522-0785 - www.okhistory.org 7/17 Way Back Wednesdays - Oklahoma City Zoo - 405-425-0262 - www.okczoo.com 7/18 Yukon’s Concerts in the Park Chisholm Trail Park - Yukon www.cityofyukonok.gov
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7/18 Midwest City Summer Concert Series Joe. B. Barnes Regional Park, Midwest City 405-739-1293 www.midwestcityok.org 7/19 White Water Bay Dive-In Movie: School of Rock - White Water Bay - 405-943-9687 www.WhiteWaterBay.com
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Lower Bricktown Free Concerts Lower Bricktown Plaza - 405-605-9550 www.welcometobricktown.com
7/19-21 Summerstock presents "Kiss Me Kate" University of Central Oklahoma Mitchell Theater, Edmond 405-974-3375 www.summerstockok.com 7/19-21 OKC Gem, Jewelry & Bead Show State Fair Park - Oklahoma Expo Hall #3 405-948-6708 www.aksshow.com/wp/ 7/20 First Capital Triathlon - Guthrie Lake, Guthrie - 405-282-1947 - www.firstcapitaltri.com
7/20 A Train Ride at the Oklahoma Railway Museum Oklahoma Railway Museum - 405-424-8222 www.oklahomarailwaymuseum.org
7/20 History Comes Alive Series - Regatta Park on the Oklahoma River - 405-702-7755 www.okrivercruises.com
7/20 Disco Nights - Meridian Landing on the Oklahoma River www.okrivercruises.com
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7/20 Bowling for Rhinos - Heritage Lanes 405-425-0262 - www.okczoo.com
7/20 Drop-in Art - Oklahoma City Museum of Art - 405-236-3100 - www.okcmoa.com
7/20 Ghosts of Fort Reno Tours - Fort Reno, El Reno - 405-262-3987 - www.fortreno.org
7/20 Byron Berline Band - Music Hall, Guthrie 405-282-6646 - www.doublestop.com 7/21 Sunday Twilight Concerts - New Growth Modern Jazz - Myriad Gardens Great Lawn 405-270-4848 - www.ArtsCouncilOKC.com
7/21 Shakespeare on the River - Regatta Park on the Oklahoma River - 405-702-7755 www.okrivercruises.com
7/21 Sunset Cinemas - Charles J. Johnson Park Town Center, Midwest City - 405-739-1293 www.midwestcityok.org 7/21 Family Day - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 - www.ou.edu/fjjma
7/23-27 Lyric Theatre presents: The Will Rogers Follies - Civic Center Music Hall 405-524-9312 - www.LyricTheatreOKC.com 7/23 Art Adventures - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 - www.ou.edu/fjjma
7/23 Wild Tuesdays Story Time Safaris - Oklahoma City Zoo - 405-425-0262 - www.okczoo.com 7/24 Okietales - Oklahoma History Center 405-522-0785 - www.okhistory.org
7/24 Way Back Wednesdays - Oklahoma City Zoo - 405-425-0262 www.okczoo.com
7/25 FREE DAY at the Crystal Bridge - Myriad Botanical Gardens www.myriadgardens.org
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7/25 Yukon’s Concerts in the Park - Chisholm Trail Park, Yukon www.cityofyukonok.gov
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7/25 Midwest City Summer Concert Series Joe. B. Barnes Regional Park, Midwest City 405-739-1293 - www.midwestcityok.org 7/25-27 Upstage Theatre presents "Annie" Mitch Park Amphitheater, Edmond - 405-359-4360 www.upstagetheatreok.com
7/26 Lower Bricktown Free Concerts - Lower Bricktown Plaza 405-605-9550 www.welcometobricktown.com
7/26 White Water Bay Dive-In Movie: The Hunger Games - White Water Bay - 405-943-9687 www.WhiteWaterBay.com 7/26 Cruise & Carriage - Regatta Landing on the Oklahoma River www.okrivercruises.com
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7/26-28 Krazy Daze - Downtown Edmond www.downtownedmondok.com
7/26-29 Oklahoma City Redhawks vs. Iowa Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark - 405-218-1000 www.OKCRedhawks.com 7/27 FAA Credit Union Summer Movie Series The Boathouse District on the Oklahoma River - 405-552-4040 - www.riversportokc.org 7/27 Drop-in Art - Oklahoma City Museum of Art - 405-236-3100 www.okcmoa.com 7/27 Oklahoma Victory Dolls Roller Derby State Fair Park - Centennial Building 405-948-6708 - www.oklahomavictorydolls.com
7/27 History Comes Alive Series - Regatta Park on the Oklahoma River - 405-702-7755 www.okrivercruises.com
7/27 Disco Nights - Meridian Landing on the Oklahoma River 405-702-7755 www.okrivercruises.com 7/28 Sunday Twilight Concerts - Matt Stansberry & the Romance - 50's/60's Soul/Blues Myriad Gardens Great Lawn - 405-270-4848 www.ArtsCouncilOKC.com
7/28 Shakespeare on the River - Regatta Park on the Oklahoma River - 405-702-7755 www.okrivercruises.com 7/28 Sunset Cinemas - Charles J. Johnson Park Town Center, Midwest City - 405-739-1293 www.midwestcityok.org 7/28 Cruisin’ with Edgar Cruz - Regatta Park on the Oklahoma River - 405-702-7755 www.okrivercruises.com 7/30 Art Adventures - Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art, Norman - 405-325-4938 - www.ou.edu/fjjma
7/30 Wild Tuesdays Story Time Safaris - Oklahoma City Zoo - 405-425-0262 - www.okczoo.com
7/30-31 Oklahoma City Redhawks vs. Reno Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark - 405-218-1000 www.OKCRedhawks.com
7/31 Okietales - Oklahoma History Center 405-522-0785 www.okhistory.org
7/31 Way Back Wednesdays - Oklahoma City Zoo - 405-425-0262 - www.okczoo.com
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he Downtown OKC renaissance continues with the opening of 200 Park for Her. Aptly located at street level in the Robinson Renaissance Tower, at corner of Park and Robinson, entrepreneur Jan Smith has created a bold new retail store designed for today’s woman. Featuring lines including Analili to Wilt, the store has something for every woman from corporate to comfy casual, and continues to expand their selections. Jan’s unique designers can take a woman from a day at work to an evening out. The store carries sleepwear and under garments for the woman that may be from out of town that may have left some of her essentials at home. 200 Park also carries many accessories and very unique and affordable jewelry lines that make great gifts or for the woman that needs to add a little extra bling to an outfit. Also included is a large selection of dresses that would be great for the woman that needs that special dress to wear to the many events that will be coming up this season including weddings and graduations. From classic designs by Nicole Miller to more contemporary lines including Analili, Tibi and Obakki, 200 Park has the latest designs. Oklahoma summer can get warm – if you forgot shorts, casual shirts and tees 200 Park has the answer. They also feature one of the largest selection of denim and denim lines in the Oklahoma City. If you left your flip flops at home, don't worry, they have you covered. If it’s reading glasses you need, the very cute Eyebobs are here! 200 PARK for Her is the conveniently located in the middle of the business district in downtown OKC, just blocks from many attractions such as the Oklahoma City National Memorial, Oklahoma City Museum of Art and Myriad Botanical Gardens. The store is “just around the corner” and within short walking distance of the city's major hotels including the Colcord, Sheraton, Skirvin and Renaissance. Just 2 blocks north of the Devon Tower on Robinson, 200 Park for Her is easily found. Look for the beautiful storefront windows with amazing lights and beautiful artwork along with the well dressed mannequins. 200 Park for her covers business, glamorous nights out, comfy nights in and casual days out on the town! 200 Park for Her is open Monday thru Friday from 10:00 to 5:30 and Saturday 11 to 4. For hours and more information, call the store, 405-601-6110 or visit www.200parkforher.com.
ABUELO’S MEXICAN FOOD EMBASSY 117 E. Sheridan • Bricktown • 235-1422 3001 West Memorial Road • 755-2680 Walking into Abuelo’s is like stepping into Old Mexico - in a very posh part of town. From the award-winning recipes to the magnificent interior courtyard, Abuelo's is truly the best of Mexico.
BRICKTOWN BREWERY One North Oklahoma Avenue • 232-2739 In September 1992, the Bricktown Brewery opened its doors, ushering in a new golden age of urban dining to the OKC scene. Nearly 20 years later, the Brewery has been adrenalized with a new look, new menu and new focus on delivering great food, great beer and a great experience to the visitors of Oklahoma City
CATTLEMEN’S STEAKHOUSE 1309 S. Agnew Ave. • Stockyards • 236-0416 Open since 1910 and located at the edge of Stockyard City, Cattlemen’s Steakhouse features first-rate beef, hand cut & aged on the premises.
CIMARRON STEAK HOUSE 201 N. Meridian • 948-7778 Cimarron is the biggest Steak House in Oklahoma City, (big in size, not in price). You can get steak, chicken, ribs or seafood cooked over an open mesquite fire. Located near the State Fairgrounds, Cimarron Steak House is ideal for families looking for affordable steaks.
ONE15 115 E. Sheridan • 605-5783 One15 is Oklahoma City’s newest Ultra Lounge, Bar & Restaurant! One15 has created a unique experience by fusing upscale dining with state of the art nightlife. You can do it all at One15….Dine, Drink, and Dance!
THE COACH HOUSE 6437 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hills Plaza • 842-1000 Since 1985, The Coach House has been considered Oklahoma City's finest upscale restaurant. Under the experienced hand of Chef Kurt Fleischfresser, The Coach House offers an ever-changing seasonal cuisine highlighting the best local produce and regional specialties, prepared with classical perfection.
IN THE RAW 200 S. Oklahoma • 702-1325 With a menu combining traditional and nouveau sushi, sashimi and nigiri creations in addition to a full menu of non-sushi entrees including Prime Steaks and fresh fish that is delivered daily, there is something for every palate. The menu is the creative and ever-evolving centerpiece of the multisensory dining experience.
IGUANA MEXICAN GRILL Nine Northwest Ninth Street • 606-7172 Located just nine blocks north of downtown is what the locals know as "the little taco stand down by the railroad tracks". Iguana is home to over 125 tequilas and the freshest salsa you will ever eat. Located in a small old warehouse in Historic Automobile Alley, come enjoy a margarita and our unique Mexican cuisine.
KONA RANCH STEAKHOUSE 2037 S. Meridian • 681-1000 One of Oklahoma City’s best-kept secrets, Kona Ranch features corn fed, specifically aged USDA Choice steaks, skillfully broiled to your liking. Kona specialties include volcano onions, coconut shrimp, smoked prime rib and smoked turkey.
LOBBY CAFE & BAR 4322 N. Western • 604-4650 Located in the lobby of the renowned Will Rogers Theatre, offers a unique and sophisticated blend of wine, cocktails and bistro dining options, inspired by cuisines of the world. Our traditional bistro and bar, with its relaxed and casual ambiance, is a favorite among local wine and food enthusiasts. The Lobby Bar brings the best of light dining inside a warm classic environment, including a one of a kind antique deco wood wine bar interior.
LUDIVINE 805 N. Hudson • 778 - 6800 Ludivine was born from the idea of utilizing the best ingredients available to us from local farmers and ranchers. We use only what is in season to prepare a culinary experience that uses familiar ingredients to create dishes that speak not only to the palette, but to the whole person. We aim to design meals that release old memories and create new ones. Oklahoma City KEY • July 2013
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MICKEY MANTLE’S STEAKHOUSE 7 Mickey Mantle Dr. • Bricktown • 272-0777 The Oklahoma Legend continues! Serving the finest cuts of aged USDA prime steaks, lobster and fresh seafood. Extensive wine list and live entertainment is featured in the lounge.
fired brick oven is the centerpiece of Stella. Sit at the bar and watch the flames cook delicious cracker-thin pizzas and enjoy custom, seasonal cocktails, traditional favorites, local and imported beers, or do what Lori does: choose a glass or bottle of wine from Stella’s outstanding list of American and Italian wines.
MUSASHI’S
TOBY KEITH’S “I LOVE THIS BAR & GRILL
4315 N. Western • 602-5623 A japanese steakhouse honoring Miyamoto Musashi, the legendary samurai. Here you will be amazed watching your chef perform tricks while preparing your food. Come enjoy our open atmosphere restaurant as we guarantee you'll enjoy some of the finest cuisine and entertainment around.
310 Johnny Bench Dr. • Bricktown • 231-0254 Welcome! Kick up your heels and head down to the best honky-tonk in town. Enjoy over 100 pieces of Toby Keith memorabilia including signed guitars, platinum records and clothing Keith wore in videos. Take a seat on one of our “Redneck Loveseats” and get ready to Love This Bar and Grill. Open Daily at 11a.m.
NONNA’S EURO-AMERICAN RISTORANTE AND PURPLE BAR 1 Mickey Mantle Dr. • Bricktown • 235-4410 Nonna’s, located in the “Heart of Bricktown” in a 90+ year old warehouse is 3 floors of part art gallery, part bakery, part fine dining, and pure fun! From top to bottom it offers an eclectic atmosphere featuring Euro-American cuisine.
YUCATAN TACO STAND Bricktown ~ On the Canal • 604-5384 Yucatan Taco Stand proudly features the freshest Latin fusion cuisine in a fast casual setting. We are famous for our award winning tacos, signature nachos and world class margaritas as well our bold Latin inspired dishes. Yucatan Taco Stand features both indoor and outdoor dining options where patrons can experience fast casual elegance surrounded by lively music. For the tequila lovers, Yucatan Taco Stand offers more than seventy five different premium 100% agave tequilas and award winning made from scratch margaritas.
SPAGHETTI WAREHOUSE
WHISKEY CHICKS PARLOR 115 E. Reno • 228-0087
Whiskey Chicks Parlor is a freewheelin’ saloon, cocktail parlour, restaurant, and entertainment venue dedicated to maintaining an open, unpretentious environment for enjoying the essential pleasures that bring people together: good drinks, good food, good music, good company, good times.
CLUBS & ENTERTAINMENT CITYWALK 70 North Oklahoma • Bricktown • 232-9255 9 clubs in one, 9 times the fun. Citywalk offers the perfect destination for even the most discriminating clubgoers. From country and western to top 40, techno to discotech, and karaoke. Arrive early or expect a wait. Open Friday and Saturday nights.
COYOTE UGLY
STELLA MODERN ITALIAN CUISINE
121 East California. • Bricktown •602-8459 Located in the heart of Bricktown, Coyote Ugly Oklahoma City opened its doors to capacity crowds, with the world famous ‘Coyotes’ entertaining the thirsty patrons! Enjoy the Coyotes sing and dance on the bar to a mix of classic and hard rock.
1201 N. Walker 235-2200 Stella offers everything from elegant dining to wine and pizza on game night. Creating just the right experience for every guest is central to Stella’s identity, but it isn’t just about a relaxed atmosphere. The staff at Stella is serious about serving the needs of the customer. The wood-
25 S. Oklahoma Ave. • Bricktown • 231-5397 Join the fun an Oklahoma City’s only dueling piano bar. Open Thursday thru Saturday at 7pm, Murphy’s brings the best of entertainers to the stage.
101 E. Sheridan Ave. • Bricktown • 235-0402 Every day they roll hundreds of meatballs by hand, prepare sauces from scratch, & layer lasagna with fresh meats, cheeses, noodles, spices, & sauce.
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long the edge of downtown Oklahoma City runs the Oklahoma River, a 7-mile-long waterway that has reinvented outdoor recreation in the capital city. The only river in the country to be named a U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Training Site, the Oklahoma River features OKC RIVERSPORT activities including competitive and recreational land-based and water sports. RIVERSPORT Adventures get you on the 80-foot tall SandRidge Sky Trail, the tallest adventure course in the world, featuring the Sky Slide and Rumble Drop free fall. Other world-class facilities on the banks of the Oklahoma River include the Chesapeake Boathouse, Chesapeake Finish Line Tower and the Devon Boathouse, home of the OKC National High Performance Center for rowing and canoe/kayak. OKC RIVERSPORT is your passport to the most exciting adventures on the Oklahoma River. RIVERSPORT Adventures include the world’s tallest adventure course – the 80-foot SandRidge Sky Trail – and the Air Express Zip line, Extreme Air Launcher, Sky Slide, Rumble Drop free fall and the Sky Zip, a 700-foot zip line across the Oklahoma River. Younger kids enjoy the Sky Tykes mini sky trail, the Cloud Bounce and Kids Zip. Plus you’ll find all your RIVERSPORT favorites – the kayak plunge, stand up paddle boarding and dragon boating, as well as kayak, pedal boat, water bike, bicycle and long board rentals. OKC RIVERSPORT also provides rowing and kayaking lessons for those who want to get on the water. Start with an introductory class and work your way up to master your technique. Or join us for a group paddling excursion. The Oklahoma River is the site of many events and festivals throughout the year, including the Stars & Stripes River Festival, a Fourth of July festival with racing, family fun and fireworks, and the Oklahoma Regatta Festival, a three-day event featuring national and international rowing and canoe/kayak competition, including America’s only sanctioned night racing. Multi-use trails line the banks of both sides of the Oklahoma River, creating a 13-mile smooth, paved trail system for runners or cyclists. For more information, visit www.riversportokc.org www.riversportokc.org or call 405-522-4040.
One15 is Oklahoma City’s newest Ultra Lounge, Bar & Restaurant! One15 has created a unique experience with state of the art nightlife. You can do it all at One15…. Dine, Drink, and Dance! Relax with a cocktail at the bar before hitting Oklahoma City’s hottest dance floor. with world class lightshow and talented Dj’s. The two-story club houses high-tech lighting machines that will make you feel as if you’re dancing in your own 3-D music video. Owner Jason Thompson said he was inspired by European clubs when dreaming up the ambience of Club One15. “I wanted to bring something to the OKC club scene that was different in a big way. Our LED wall lighting system was it!” Those flashing lights are sure to coax you to the dance floor, but Club One15 also has food that serves 12 a.m. Friday and Saturday. Make sure you don’t miss the most talked about venue in Oklahoma City. Spend an evening you will talk about for years at One15… You will have a new opinion of OKC nightlife.
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f you’re looking for a steak that will linger in your memory, Mickey Mantle’s Steakhouse should be your destination. As soon as you walk in the door, you’ll know you have come to the right place. It looks and smells like a steakhouse should and features a remarkable value for great food and excellent service. The atmosphere is sizzling steakhouse; always busy, always something going on. It is the place to go when you’re aiming to impress. The flashy, bustling Bricktown location makes it a regular stop for locals and conventioneers. The bar is packed nightly with businessmen in dark suits, young concertgoers, sports figures, sports fans and everything in between. Named for baseball great Mickey Mantle, the restaurant serves Prime Steaks, Fresh Seafood and Fine Wines in a warm and inviting setting. Simple food is the best, and the hardest to produce. Mickey Mantle’s menu focuses on a high-quality ingredient base, flavorful and fresh every day. While steaks and chops in the Mickey Mantle’s tradition are headliners, equal billing is given to seafood and lighter fare. House specialties are too many to list, but stalwarts include their carefully edited selection of prime beef that includes a “Cowboy Cut” Bone-In Rib-Eye Steak; Prime Peppered Filet Mignon pressed in cracked peppercorns with cognac pepper sauce; Prime New York Strip; Tournedos Oscar topped with Crab, Classic Sauce Bé arnaise and Asparagus, and a brilliant 30 oz Porterhouse. Along with its mouthwatering selection of Prime Steaks, Mickey Mantle’s also serves the Freshest Seafood in Oklahoma City. From Shrimp Scampi and the Cedar Plank Salmon Filet to Pan Seared Ahi Tuna, Lobster and Alaskan King Crab Legs, there is something on the menu for every taste. Mickey Mantle’s also offers an extensive wine list with over 150 quality selections focusing on American wines chosen for their compatibility with the menu, a judicious selection of lesser-priced wines, all served in delightfully thin wine glasses. The professional wait staff, groomed to be both attentive and courteous, add to make this one truly unforgettable dining experience. The service is exceptional – from helping to choose the right cut, preparation and degree of doneness – to making knowledgeable selections and pairings from the wine list – the service is impeccable. Mickey Mantle’s Steakhouse is located at #7 Mickey Mantle Drive in the historic Bricktown Entretainment District. The restaurant, open for dinner daily at 5 p.m., offers a full-service bar, open daily at 4:30pm, private dining rooms and valet parking for guests. Reservations are recommended and may be made by calling 405-272-0777.
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uly is an exciting time for visitors to the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City to view the best Western art during the 40th Anniversary Prix de West Invitational Art Exhibition and Sale. Invited exhibiting artists bring a diversity of styles to this esteemed exhibition, featuring 295 works in sculpture and painting by 101 living artists with works ranging from historical pieces reflecting the early days of the West, to more contemporary and impressionistic works of art. Viewers see all things depicting the West such as landscapes, wildlife and illustrative scenes. Prix de West originally was named after the prestigious 17th century Prix de Rome, a competitive scholarship program in France given to the best artist in sculpture or painting. Prix de West brings the optimum gathering of master works representing the artists’ views of the West. A must-see is the Prix de West Purchase Award winner. Each year a committee selects one work to purchase for the Museum’s permanent collection. Steve Kestrel of Redstone Canyon, Colorado, was honored with the prestigious Purchase Award medallion for his black slate and Colorado limestone sculpture titled Desert Timeline. George Carlson of Harrison, Idaho, is the winner of the Robert Lougheed Memorial Award, chosen by the Prix de West artists for their favorite display of three or more works in the show for his oil on linen paintings Sentinel Bluffs, January Thaw and Marshland in Spring. First Touch of Winter, an oil painting by Curt Walters of Sedona, Arizona, is a double winner—selected for the Buyers’ Choice Award and also the Frederic Remington Painting Award, for the one work in the show with exceptional artistic merit. The Buyers’ Choice is voted on by opening weekend buyers for the work they best admire. Four other distinguished awards include the Express Ranches Great American Cowboy Award given for the best cowboy subject matter to Kyle Polzin of Austin, Texas, for his oil painting title Trusty Companion. Ross Matteson of Olympia, Washington, is the recipient of the James Earle Fraser Sculpture Award for Ice Breaker sculpted in Italian marble. The Major General and Mrs. Don D. Pittman Wildlife Award for exceptional artistic merit for a wildlife painting or sculpture goes to Greg Beecham for his oil on linen titled The Maestros – An Exploration of the Melodic Resonance between Line and Mass. New in 2013 is the Donald Teague Memorial Award for exceptional artistic merit for a work on paper. The first recipient is Joseph Bohler of Monument, Colorado, for his watercolor Hard Work — Fond Memories. All the Prix de West winners and others are on display through Aug. 4. For information about Prix de West visit www.nationalcowboymuseum.org or call (405) 478-2250. The Museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Available works of art, commemorative catalogs and collector’s bolos are available for purchase through The Museum Store.
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VERDIGRIS- EXQUISITE ANTIQUITY 1001 NW 10th St • (405)602-8986 A true antique lover’s paradise, Verdigris has an ever-changing worldly collection of the unusual. Contributed to by multiple collectors, the treasures include everything from home furnishings to rare china, collectibles to architectural pieces, eclectic travel trunks to natural elements. Located a few blocks west of downtown /Bricktown, and only a couple of miles east of Meridian. Come explore this trove of treasures for yourself! You may just find something you can’t live without.
ART GALLERIES THE HOWELL GALLERY 6432 North Western Avenue • 840-4437 The Howell Gallery represents fine original art by regionally and nationally recognized artists together with exciting works by new emerging artists. Paintings in oil, watercolor, pastel, and acrylic mediums are featured together with bronzes, hand-blown glass, ceramic, stone and marble work, and unique wood turnings. Visit our gallery Monday through Friday 10am to 5pm and Saturday 10am to 2pm or visit us online at www.howellgallery.com
RETAIL AND SPECIALTY 200 PARK FOR HER 119 N. Robinson • 601-6110 200 Park For Her, on the corner of Park and Robinson boasts a large variety of clothing and accessories, including suiting, business casual, denim, jewelry, comfy casual, sleepwear and lingerie. 200 Park for Her is an awesome addition to the downtown lifestyle, and frequented by the women from OKC and beyond. www.200parkforher.com
BROADWAY WINE MERCHANTS 827 North Broadway • 231-0031 Located at 8th and Broadway in the historical Automobile Alley district, a few blocks north of downtown hotels. Whether you’re looking for a simple, inexpensive chardonnay for the hotel room – or a bottle of Dom Perignon for a celebration – they have it. The store also offers the traditional “liquor store” selection of spirits and almost every beer available in Oklahoma.
CROSS BAR GALLERY 1400 S. Agnew • -239-2104 4312 W. Reno Avenue • 943-5600 Cross Bar Gallery features handcrafted furniture, art, saddles, and tack from the American
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West. Now with convenient locations near the Fairgrounds and in the Stockyards, almost all products sold by Cross Bar Gallery are made in the U.S. Check out custom artwork by G. Harvey, Martin Grell, Bruce Green, and Kenneth Wyatt, jewelry by Bob Berg, bronze sculptures by C.R. Morrison, and over 200 Brazilian cowhides. Open Monday through Saturday 10 am to 6 pm and Sunday Noon to 6 pm at 4312 West Reno. (Closed Sunday at 1400 S. Agnew.) Visitors may also shop online at www.crossbargallery.com.
OKLAHOMA NATIVE ART AND JEWELRY 1316 S. Agnew • Stockyards • 604-9800 Oklahoma Native Art and Jewelry is Oklahoma City's premiere Native American unique arts store. In the heart of the Stockyards, it houses the rare works of over 63 well-known Native American artists and craftsmen. Authentic Native American and Western artworks including sculpture, jewelry, kachinas, Cherokee baskets, handcrafted pottery, patinings and more.
PAINTED DOOR 124 E Sheridan • Bricktown • 235-4410. Come and Enjoy a wonderful shopping experience at Painted Door, where everyone will find the perfect gift for themselves and that Special
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styles in western wear, the best in name brand choice. Teners is truly one of the most unique western stores in the country with a complete selection of quality western wear.
someone. From inside Nonna’s Euro American Ristorante and Bar, the entrance to Painted Door is located next to the Grand Staircase, or just enter through the “Painted Door” off Sheridan Avenue. Specialty gifts and accessories at their finest!
REGIONAL SHOPPING MALLS
RAWHIDE WESTERN CULTURE
PENN SQUARE
1007 N. Broadway Ave. • 405 236 4600 www.shoprawhide.com Whether you are looking to outfit yourself or your home, Rawhide is prepared for you. The store features the highest quality items in luxury Western home furnishings such as lighting and furniture made from naturally shed antlers or heavy authentic iron. Also available is high-end European framed furniture with rustic hair hide and tooled leathers to complete the look. Many furniture items available are made from reclaimed barn wood which provides a rich look with a little history of America attached. As you explore Rawhide you will also find beautiful handmade boots and handbags, fine turquoise jewelry, silver engraved buckles, embroidered clothing and rich leather shirt and jackets.
1901 N.W. Expwy • 842-4424 Dillard's, Macy's, and J.C. Penney. Features 140 specialty shops including Abercrombie and Fitch.
SANTA FE COMPANY 4141 West Reno • 947-1990 Experience the finest in Southwest interiors and high-quality Mexican furniture with upholstered, iron and other pieces. Santa Fe Company features a wide variety of lighting, rugs, tableware, pottery, artifacts, art, bedding, other items for the home, in addition to jewelry and gifts
WESTERN WEAR SHEPLERS 812 S. Meridian • 947-6831 It’s your country, your way at Sheplers and sheplers.com. We’ve been providing the largest selection of traditional and fashionable western wear since 1899. Sheplers carries all of the brands you know and love. For work, play or every day shop Sheplers for your kind of country.
TENER'S 4320 W. Reno • 946-5500 I-35 and 12th Street Moore • 793-0900 3309 North Kickapoo Shawnee • 275-8010 Since the 1930’s Tener's Western Outfitters has offered cowboys and cowgirls the latest
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QUAIL SPRINGS MALL Memorial and N. May • 755-6530 Dillard’s, Macy’s, Sears and J. C. Penney’s, as well as numerous specialty shops, Retro food court in front of a multi-screen theatre.
THE OUTLET SHOPPES 7624 West Reno • 787-3700 Located on I-40, The Outlet Shoppes offers a variety of 85 stores including Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Nike, Coach, and Disney. Dining options include local favorites Smashburger, City Bites and more! Free Wifi and phone charging stations are available in the Food Court.
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ocated in the heart of Bricktown, Coyote Ugly Oklahoma City opened its doors to capacity crowds, with the world famous ‘Coyotes’ entertaining the thirsty patrons! As the doors opened – the Coyotes immediately jumped onto the bar and danced to a mix of classic and hard rock while the crowd cheered them. ‘Welcome to Coyote Ugly!’ yelled founder Liliana Lovell.
Coyote Ugly’s founder Liliana ‘Lil’ Lovell grew up in a lower middle class family in New Rochelle, New York and worked two jobs to pay for a private high-school education and put gas in her ‘67 VW Bug. After graduation, Lil was bound for NYU. It was during her college years – she learned her business acumen. Coyote Ugly Saloon first opened its doors to the public in Manhattan, on January 27th, 1993 and was an instant success. She had perfected her business plan - beautiful girls + booze = money. Coyote Ugly Saloon quickly established itself in the hearts of New Yorkers as their preeminent drinking establishment. Coyote Ugly gained national attention in early 1997 when a story called “The Muse of the Coyote Ugly Saloon” written by former Coyote bartender Elizabeth Gilbert for GQ magazine, shined a spotlight on the little bar in the East Village. Shortly after that, Hollywood came knocking and the movie rights to Lil's story were sold. “Coyote Ugly” opened in September 2000, has grossed over $100 million and a worldwide audience quickly learned what the phrase “We don’t serve water here!” meant. What makes this saloon different than most bars, is the sexy and sassy “coyotes” that pour drinks while keeping a beat from behind AND on top of the bar! The “coyotes” use the bar top as their stage for high energy singing of your favorite tunes and pulse raising dancing performances. Lil’s Coyote Ugly Saloons are still run with the same mission statement: Quick wit, unshakable assurance, and the ability to take your last dollar, has made Coyote Ugly what it is today. You saw the movie – you loved the reality show – now is your chance to experience the real thing. Coyote Ugly Saloon is located at 121 East California on the Bricktown Canal. For more information call 405-602-UGLY or visit www.coyoteuglysaloon.com.
Stella Modern Italian is a casually elegant restaurant located in the ever-growing Midtown area, just north of Downtown. It is the quintessential boutique restaurant that you might expect to find in New York or Chicago. Inspired by owner Lori Tyler's time spent in Rome, Stella focuses on seasonal menus that utilize only the freshest ingredients. From the crispy brick oven pizza to veal osso bucco, Stella offers something for everyone. Stella is open Tuesday thru Thursday from 11am to 11pm; Saturday, 5pm to 11pm; and Sunday, 10:30a.m. to 2:30p.m. The restaurant is closed Mondays except for once a month special dinners - call for details. Stella is located at 1201 North Walker. Visit StellaOKC.com or call 235-2200 for more information.
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