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Tulsa Area Information


Tulsa Area Info

 

Tulsa in northeast Oklahoma happens to be the second-largest city in the state after Oklahoma City. Tulsa has a population of nearly 400,000 as of 2006.

Tulsa County is the most populated county density wise in the state.

Creek Native American tribe was first tribe to settle in the area in and around the 1830s. An infamous part of its history came in 1921, when it was the site of the notorious Race Riot. This was one of the worst racial violence escapes in the US history.

Tulsa in the past used to be dependant on the oil business. However the general downswing of this industry meant Tulsa had to change. Therefore, such industries as planes/aviation, other energy choices, the telecom field, techno centers and financial trades had to blossom here

For a majority of the century, Tulsa was know as the World´s Oil Capital. This ensured that Tulsa was the main player in the US oil industry at this time. Route 66 passes through the city and it has been heralded as the birthplace of the 66. It should also be noted that Western Swing emanated from here. This is a form of country music and various styles pop, blues and jazz, played for the benefit of dancing.

Tulsa is near to Tornado Alley,  a mid-America area between the Apalachian and Rocky mountains. Consequently the city occasionally experiences some severe storms. Tulsa is located in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains and on the banks of the Arkansas River which is in northeast Oklahoma. This area of Oklahoma is known locally as "Green Country" due to the many manmade lakes that have been created over many years. Some say it has changed the local climate considerably, since these were made. Some also are off the opinion that Tulsa is the cultural and arts center of Oklahoma, due to the Tulsa two world-renowned art museums The Philbrook and the Gilcrease are based here, plus a full-time professional opera and ballet companies. Tulsa also possesses one of the largest concentrations of art deco architecture, in the US. In 2005, the Tulsa was selected as one of "America's Most Livable Large Cities.

The University of Tulsa and Oral Roberts University, draw a huge crowd to Tulsa in search of higher education. Rhema Bible Church has a massive following

The McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System is situated to the east of Tulsa. The main area here being the Tulsa Port of Catoosa. This is considered the most inland river port in the States that has access to international waterways.




Tulsa River Parks

Spread along miles of the Arkansas River, as it flows through Tulsa, River Parks provides some of the metropolitan area's finest outdoor recreation. More than 20 miles of asphalt-surfaced recreation trails weave past picnic areas, playgrounds, fountains and sculptures. The park's landscape ranges from manicured lawns to the rugged terrain of the Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Area.

Recreation in Tulsa River Parks includes fishing, rowing, kayaking, frisbee golf, hiking, biking and horseback riding.

During warm weather months, a variety of outdoor events are offered for Tulsa´s public enjoyment. Entertainment opportunities include concerts, festivals and the state's largest free fireworks display on the Fourth of July. Park facilities are also available for rental for activities such as runs, company parties, weddings and convention entertainment.

Tulsa Community Events/Attractions

As Tulsa River Parks began to take shape, public events became an integral part of the park, giving Oklahomans and visitors a great venue for family fun and entertainment. Located on the west bank of the river, the River West Festival Park, 2100 S. Jackson, is the site for most major events, but runs and various smaller activities are held throughout the park. Spring, summer and fall, Tulsans can enjoy free and paid-admission events such as the Great Tulsa Bike Ride, the Starlight Concert series and one of the nation's outstanding festivals, Oktoberfest. The park's annual holiday light display, "Christmas Lights the Park," illuminates the Zink Dam area each December. Events are made possible through the generosity of many Tulsa businesses and organizations, aided by hundreds of dedicated volunteers.

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Exercise Events

Many runs, walks and cycling events occur on the 22 miles of paved trails that wind through River Parks, as well as on the miles of dirt trails on Tulsa'sTurkey Mountain. Riding events range from the Great Tulsa Bike Ride, a multi-distance touring event, to challenging off-road competitions on Turkey Mountain. Runs are the most numerous annual events in the park and range from short fun runs to marathons.


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Tulsa Performing Arts Center

Occupying a half city block in Tulsa's historical downtown, the Performing Arts Center is the design of Minoru Yamasaki, architect of the World Trade Center. Constructed in 1977 with a combination of public and private funds, the facility is operated by The City of Tulsa and supported by the Tulsa Performing Arts Center Trust. Local arts organizations, entertainment promoters, performers and the citizens of Tulsa are the PAC' s customers.

The Tulsa Performing Arts Center houses five theatres and a large reception hall. More than a quarter of a million people visit the Center each year to attend a performance from one of Tulsa's acclaimed arts groups, to sample national and international talent, and to view the PAC's extensive art collection.

An attractive, comfortable setting, a knowledgeable staff and superb entertainment create the gratifying experience that audiences and performers enjoy when they come home to the arts in Tulsa.

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Tulsa Media
Tulsa Media Telephone Numbers

Radio

Television

Newspapers

Magazines

Tulsa & Area Organizations

Better Business Bureau
City of Tulsa
Tulsa City Council
Tulsa Chamber of Commerce
Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce
Animal Aid of Tulsa
Paws of Tulsa
Animal Rescue - Street Cats
Tulsa Firefighters Local 176
Tulsa Police Department
Tulsa Police Department-Unofficial Site
Tulsa Area United Way
Reaching Hands
Tulsa Geneological Society
Tulsa Metropolitan Ministry
Tulsa Global Alliance
YMCA of Greater Tulsa
Tulsa Computer Society
Tulsa Animal Shelter
American Red Cross - Tulsa Area Chapter The American Association of Petroleum Geologists
Society of Exploration Geophysicists
Southeast Tulsa Jaycees
American Marketing Association-Tulsa Chapter
German-American Society of Tulsa
American Legion Post 1
Roving Reptiles
Wildlife Rescue
Wild Heart Rangch Wildlife Rescue
Junior Achievement of Tulsa
Tulsa Jaycees
Tulsa Renaissance
Tulsa Now
Down Syndrome Association of Tulsa Tulsa Workforce Investment Board
The Parent Child Center of Tulsa
Special Olympics Oklahoma
Meals on Wheels of Metro Tulsa
Tulsa Volunteer Center
Tulsa Preservation Commission
WorkForce Oklahoma
Northeastern Oklahoma ALS Support Group
Northeastern Oklahoma Chapter of National Association of Women Business Owners
Tulsa99s
Muscogee Nation's Tulsa Creek Indian Community
Okie Singles
The 3 ARS Institute
Oklahoma Toastmasters

Legal Links
Eminent Technologies
Okla-Law
Internet Criminal Law Journal
More Law
RPL Management Resources
Tulsa Criminal Defense
Joint Dissolution Services
Oklahoma Criminal Law

Public Service Links
Broken Arrow Fire Department
Bixby Police Department
Tulsa Police Fraternal Order of
Police Lodge #93

Tulsa Police Officer Memorial

Tulsa Arts & Entertainment

The Jim Halsey Company
Tulsa Opera
Signature Symphony
VanTrease Performing Arts Center for Education

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Celebrity Attractions
Tulsa Performing Arts Center
Tulsa State Fair
Tulsa Philharmonic
Tulsa Ballet
Philbrook Museum
Tulsa Zoo
Tulsa Community Band
Theatre Tulsa
Spin Records - Tulsa
Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame
Tulsa Drillers Baseball
Rockin John Henry
Oklahoma Repertory Theatre - OK Rep!
Midwestern Theater Troupe
Tulsa Indian Art Festival
Tulsa Comedy Club
Bradini Magic Productions
Kids Magic Camp
City of Tulsa Pipes and Drums
Survivor Family Game Show
Motivational Assemblies
Joey's Home of the Blues
Green Country Chess
Tulsa Music Scene
Kilkenny Road Band
The Tulsa Firefighter's Educational Clowns GlassAfire Gallery & Studio
Oklahoma Aquarium
Curly's @ The East End
South Tulsa Children's Ballet
The Cain's Ballroom
Tulsa Rock N Roll
Tulsa Music Exposed
Anderson Pipe Band
Art Gallery USA
Tulsa Jazz
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Education
University of Tulsa
Official TU Athletic Site
Oral Roberts University
University Language Institute
University of Oklahoma at Tulsa
Tulsa City-County Library
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa Public Schools
Rogers State University
Spartan School of Aeronautics
Union Public Schools
Tulsa Tech
Oklahoma Wesleyan University
Phillips Theological Seminary
Southern Nazarene University
OSU-Tulsa
Miss Helen's Private School
Riverfield Country Day School
Holland Hall
Monte Cassino
Northeastern State University
OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine
OU Health Sciences Center
OSU-Okmulgee
St. Augustine Academy
Wright Christian Academy
Metropolitan College
School of Metaphysics
Community Care College
University of Phoenix
Langston University
Mingo Valley Christian School
Sapulpa Christian School
University School at TU

Other Tulsa Links
Tulsa Boardwalk
Tulsa Realtors
Tulsa For Sale
Tulsa Metro Area Frequencies
The Incident Page Network
Prayer Needs
Make-A-Wish Foundation of Oklahoma Tulsa Air and Space Center
Tulsey Town Yarnspinners
Afghans for Angels
Tulsa Garden Center
Rootsweb.Com
Oklahoma Links
Bee Happy in Tulsa
Tulsa Skyline
Tulsa Airport Authority
New Life Ranch
Tulsa Historical Society
Tulsa Bronze Statues
African-American Resource Center The Job Guide
Tulsa Business Links
T-Town Time Capsule
Oklahoma Storm Team
Companions Forever Pet Memorial
Indian Territory Gallery
Weekend Market & Bazaar
Anticipation Ultrasound Studio
Amen Cafe
Tulsa Moms Forum

 


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