Tulsa Area History
Additional Resources
Best of Tulsa Landmarks
Digitial images, location maps and brief descriptions of some of Tulsa's most historic, renowned, and admired structures.
Genealogical & Historical Societies.
History of Newspaper Publishing
Newspaper publishing in Oklahoma can be separated chronologically by territorial and statehood titles. What is currently the State of Oklahoma was broken down into two
territories prior to statehood in 1907: Indian Territory and Oklahoma Territory.
National Historic Route 66 Federation.
State Archives Collection Highlights
Although the Oklahoma State Archives contains many different types of administrative records of state agencies and constitutional officers, we've listed some of the
more popular collections on this page.
Tombstone Transcription Project
The purpose of this project is to organize volunteers who will work together to create a lasting tribute to our ancestors. We will transcribe tombstone inscriptions
and have that work archived for the future and made easily accessible to all.
Tulsa County Communities
Tulsa, Oklahoma is a metropolitan area with a total population of 859,532 according to the 2000 U.S. Census. Listed here are the specific communities that make Tulsa
the state's second largest city.
Tulsa GLBT History Project
The Tulsa Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender (GLBT) History Project (the History Project) uncovers, preserves and presents the rich contributions of gay, lesbian,
bisexual and transgender people within the state of Oklahoma, with a particular emphasis on Tulsa and the NE Oklahoma
Tulsa’s
Centennial Time Capsule
In celebration of Tulsa's Centennial (Tulsa was incorporated on January
18, 1898), a time capsule was buried on January 17, 1998 in Centennial
Park. Various items were placed in this capsule including a purple Chrysler
Prowler, a case of Webber's Root Beer, and a cellular phone. This capsule
is to remain buried for 50 years and will be dug up again sometime in
2048.