Today we are discussing the Hen House in Okemah, Oklahoma.
The Hen House Cafe is one of the most popular places in Okemah for homestyle comfort foods, Hen House Cafe specializes in delicious foods and friendly service. Local favorites include meatloaf and mashed potatoes, chicken and dumplings and chicken fried steak.
Plan a trip to Okemah to discover the birthplace of legendary folk musician Woody Guthrie. Learn more about the man who sang "This Land is Your Land," and explore the city's Woody Guthrie statue and murals, the Okfuskee County Historical Society & Museum or Okemah Lake.
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Quit hounding us about spring festivals!
Today we are discussing The Red Fern Festival in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.
Bring the family to Tahlequah and enjoy the Red Fern Festival, a fun, old-fashioned fun event featuring hound dog field trials, 1930s era children's games, a car show and more. Held annually the last weekend of April, the Red Fern Festival was inspired by the renowned novel, "Where the Red Fern Grows" by native author Wilson Rawls.
The festival evokes the novel's story of simple childhood joys with a wide array of old-fashioned events perfect for the whole family. One of Tahlequah's premier events, the Red Fern Festival features unique and rustic vendors, delicious local food, live music and plenty of children's activities. Come to this award-winning event and transport yourself back to the 1930s while also touring locations from the novel.
Tahlequah, Oklahoma, the capital of the Cherokee Nation, has been named one of the Top 100 Best Small Towns in America. Tour the recreated ancient Cherokee village of Diligwa, located at the Cherokee Heritage Center for a dose of culture. Float down what many consider the state's best canoe waterway, the Illinois River, or make a big splash at Lake Tenkiller. Wander through the Tahlequah Original Historic Townsite District, an area where the street signs are written in English and Cherokee, and test your luck at Cherokee Casino Tahlequah next. Come time to chow down, enjoy sweet crepes and coffee at Drip, dive into Sam & Ella's Chicken Palace pizza, or take in scenic views from the Branch's outdoor patio.
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Do you know the history of the Overholser Mansion in Oklahoma City?
We had a chance to talk to Lisa Escalan with the Oklahoma Historical Society and she has some scary stories and history to share that will make you want to retake your Oklahoma history classes.
If you are driving down Route 66 near Tulsa and see a 21-foot tall space cowboy, you are not hallucinating. The giant cowboy welcomes visitors to Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios. The giant statue was constructed by Mark Cline, while the rocket was crafted by local artist, Chris Wollard. It adds to the legacy of muffler men that dot the Route 66 landscape.
Located in a former site of a 1950s PEMCO gas station, Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios on 66 welcomes visitors from all over to celebrate the magic of the Mother Road with apparel, toys, souvenirs, home accessories, art, jewelry and more. Browse one-of-a-kind Oklahoma gifts showcasing Route 66, Bigfoot, Tulsa, Will Rogers, the Blue Whale and the Golden Driller at this gem of a store in Tulsa’s Meadow Gold District. Come hungry and eat at Tulsa Brisket Co food truck parked on Buck’s lot, which is typically open Wednesday through Saturday starting at 11am until sold out. Make your trip to Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios on 66 even better with an overnight stay at Buck's Cosmic Crash Pad, an AirBnB behind the shop.
Hank's Hamburgers has been a Tulsa Oklahoma landmark since 1949. Hank's serves old-fashioned hamburgers with onions grilled directly into the meat. These delectable burgers are sprinkled with special seasonings that make the burgers melt in your mouth.
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On today's episode of the #podcast, we are joined by Larry Allen with Twister Strums.
This Norman, OK resident makes the most innovative and beautiful 3 string guitars out of the strangest items.
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Why don’t monsters eat ghosts? They taste like sheet.
Today we are discussing the Seminole legend of the Stikini in Tecumseh, Oklahoma.
The Seminole Indians of Oklahoma have a legend of a vampire-like creature called a stikini. This creature take the form of a human during the day, but at night becomes an owl-like creature that craves human flesh.
Born overnight during the 1891 Land Run, the town of Tecumseh was named after the famed Shawnee Indian chief and visionary. No trip to Tecumseh is complete without a stop at the Farmer’s Daughter Market. This combination dining and shopping destination offers two eateries, a bakery and two shops containing everything from home decor and gifts to furniture and antiques. Other must-see Tecumseh attractions include Tecumseh Lake and the Tecumseh Historical Museum, which is housed in a 100-year-old native stone building that has served as a bank, hat shop and insurance office.
News Story from KOKH – Fox 25.
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On today's episode of the Only in OK Show, we discuss some of the fun events happening throughout the Oklahoma during December. If you want to find something new to do this month, check out the show.
Get the details via the links below:
https://www.endangeredarkfoundation.org/
http://www.hugook.com/
https://thepollard.org/
http://www.cityofguthrie.com/
https://tulsabotanic.org/
https://visittulsa.com/
https://www.travelok.com/listings/view.profile/id.25688/event.29360
http://townoflutherok.com/
https://www.travelok.com/listings/view.profile/id.19281/29687
https://www.facebook.com/cloverbloom/
https://minco-ok.gov/
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2524790/
https://2hipchicksroadshows.com/
https://www.exposquare.com/
https://www.mannheimsteamroller.com/
https://www.riverspirittulsa.com/
https://www.tulsashootout.com/
https://okcthepolarexpressride.com/
https://www.okc.gov/
https://www.oklahomarailwaymuseum.org/
https://www.raileventsinc.com/
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Anybody ever tell you to jump off a cliff?
Today we are discussing the Red Rock Canyon Adventure Park in Hinton, Oklahoma.
Red Rock Canyon Adventure Park offers breathtaking views, hiking trails, camping, RVing, swimming, nature watching and so much more! Learn more overnight amenities Red Rock Canyon Adventure Park offers several overnight lodging options including glamping, primitive camping as well as RV sites.
Hinton is located in northeastern Caddo County, and was the site of the Great Plains Correctional Institution, the state's first private prison.
ACCESS Oklahoma stands for Advancing and Connecting Communities and Economies Safely Statewide. This $5 billion, 15-year long-range plan identifies and addresses on-going highway infrastructure needs to improve access to communities across the Oklahoma turnpike network.
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https://www.hintonok.com/
https://hintonchamber.org/
https://www.koco.com/article/oklahoma-long-term-plan-turnpike-system-unveiled/39173802
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https://www.accessoklahoma.com/
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What's scarier than a haunted house? A haunted castle of course. Today we are headed to the Castle of Muskogee for the final weekend of their Halloween Festival. Can't make it to Muskogee? Don't worry, we have a nutty list of activities across the state this weekend as well. Muskogee Castle RT 66 Pecan Fest Haunt the Zoo OKC Fall RV Show Punkin' Chunkin' Piedmont 6th Annual Hometown Halloween Special thanks to Master Threads