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Experience American heritage with movies, musicians and much more along the country’s favorite highway.
By Alexis Mellons U
nique to its kind, Route 66 is as much a destination as it is a jour- ney. For almost a century, it has enchanted settlers and travelers with promises of adventure and newfound freedom. Today, with more drivable miles on the road than any other
state, Oklahoma is home to countless attractions to entertain travelers along the way.
National Route 66 Museum, Elk City Immerse yourself in life on the Mother Road at the National Route 66
and Transportation Museum. Located in Elk City, this complex invites trav- elers on a journey through American history. The adventure begins in the Route 66 Museum, where visitors experience the lives of those who worked and lived along the highway. Walk “the road” inside and listen to recorded commentary while viewing roadside attractions and vintage cars. Outside, the courtyard is a mix of original and replicated buildings that mimic early Oklahoma settlements. A general store, school house and doc- tor’s offi ce are just a few of the buildings on display. Visitors can also sit back and enjoy a movie in the Transportation Museum, but it’s not a typical theatre experience. Enjoy classics such as “The Blob,” while resting in the back of an old Impala. In the Old Town Museum, fi nd a collection of Navajo artifacts from New
Mexico and a fl oor dedicated to the Beutler Brothers Rodeo Company. A trip here is only complete with a visit to the Blacksmith and the Farm
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and Ranch Museums, both dedicated to agricultural and domestic history in Oklahoma. Rich in heritage and memorabilia, the National Route 66 and Transportation
Museum is a destination for history enthusiasts of all ages and interests. The complex is open Monday through Saturday, and tickets are $5 to visit all four museums.
Woody Guthrie Center, Tulsa
Open since April 2013, the Woody Guthrie Center is on a mission to educate the public about one musician’s passion for not only music, but also equality and social justice.
Interactive and truly American, the museum highlights Guthrie’s impact on music, society and politics. A wall-sized touchscreen map of the U.S. allows visitors to click and read information about Guthrie’s life, excerpts of his writing and related U.S. history. The center is home to unique relics as well, including Guthrie’s collection of instruments, personal journals and the original sheet of paper on which he wrote “This Land is Your Land.” The center welcomes Guthrie amateurs alongside true fanatics, with new exhibitions appearing every three or four months. Past shows include Bob Dylan, The Supremes and the Kingston Trio. “Of course, the Beatles exhibit was probably the most popular,” says Sam Flowers, who works at the Woody Guthrie Center. “Kids, grandparents—en- tire families came through for that show.” This month, visitors can experience Brothers McCann and The Accidentals in concert (March 13 and March 20). To purchase tickets, call 918-574-2710 or visit WGC in Tulsa.
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