Oklahoma, one of America's Southwest Region, is full of fascinating history. While much can be learned about the state's past by visiting larger urban areas like Oklahoma City, the state capital, and Tulsa, those in the know will include at least a few smaller towns on their travel plans.
Guthrie
Guthrie was Oklahoma's first state capital and a focal point of the Land Run of 1889, an important event that saw thousands of settlers rushing to claim land across the Southwest. Guthrie Historic District is one of the best-preserved collections of Victorian-era architecture in the United States and encompasses over 2,000 buildings, including the Oklahoma Territorial Museum and Carnegie Library, home to fascinating exhibits about Guthrie's early years.
Ardmore
Ardmore became an important hub for the nation's oil boom of the early 20th century. Its downtown retains much of its historic charm and early wealth, including the Santa Fe Depot, built in1915, which now houses the Greater Southwest Historical Museum. The Ardmore Public Library, dating to 1905, is another significant site that has been well-preserved, as is the Colcord Building, constructed in 1894 and one of Oklahoma' s oldest standing structures built with steel (it's now a luxurious 4-star hotel under Hilton's Curio brand). Be sure to also head out into the surrounding Arbuckle Mountains and nearby Lake Murray for a scenic drive.
Pawhuska
Pawhuska is the heart of the Osage Nation and played an important role in Oklahoma's oil boom. The town's fascinating past is enshrined in landmarks like the Osage Nation Museum, established in1938, and the oldest tribally owned museum in America, which describes Osage history, art, and culture vividly; while the 1914 Constantine Theatre is a striking reminder of early 20th-century entertainment that continues to host performances.
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