Adventures in OKC!
April 19, 1995. It seemed like a typical spring day when Timothy McVeigh parked a Ryder rental truck in front of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in downtown Oklahoma City. But that truck was filled with high intensity explosives, and McVeigh intended to commit mass murder. The 4,000-pound bomb destroyed the entire north face of the building….
Not only is the Overholser mansion a stunning historic home, on the National Register of Historic Places, it’s an authentic Gilded Age time capsule. The house still includes most of its original contents, from the English carpets on the floors to the lavish Italian light fixtures hanging from the ceilings. An Overholser mansion tour should…
OKC, with its burgeoning foodie scene, is a hidden gem for food travelers. With the plethora of top-rated Oklahoma City restaurants, it’s hard to know where to eat in OKC. In this personal OKC dining guide, I’ll give you a taste of some of the most delicious food to be had in my favorite Oklahoma…
Thinking about autumn travel? I suggest spending Fall in Oklahoma City. Autumn is a fabulous time to visit OKC. We Northern types can escape to warmer weather, fending off the onset of winter just a bit longer. Since fall happens at least a month later in the Southern U.S., it gives us the chance to…
OKC Must-Sees: Oklahoma City attractions you Absolutely must see Oklahoma City is a destination with a surprising number of attractions for an art- and food-loving cultural traveler. Come along: in my continuing adventures in Oklahoma City, I’ll unveil my personal recommendations for Oklahoma City attractions you cannot miss. Architecture in Oklahoma City In part one…
In Part One of my OKC adventure, I discover some surprising Oklahoma City attractions. Amazing architecture, fantastic food, a thriving street art scene, eclectic neighborhoods, experiencing the National Memorial—so much to see and do, I had to write a Part Two!
