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Bob Dylan Center

4.9 (22 reviews)
Open 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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Jessica M.

Every time I have been to the Bob Dylan Center I leave wondering why I don't listen to Bob Dylan 24/7 or play the guitar. It's such an inspiring museum and they keep adding more so there are always reasons to go back. When you come into the museum you are given an iPod to listen to Bob Dylan's music while reading about and looking at pictures and memorabilia. The second floor shows more of his art but still has lots to read and listen to. Definitely give yourself time to spend time on both floors.

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Van F.

What an amazing place! My parents wanted to come here and I tagged along with them and had no regrets. This place allowed me to learn more about Bob Dylan in new and creative ways. I enjoyed the interactions throughout the building. The iPod with headphones was a neat feature that allowed for you to tap an icon to hear sound. I liked the typewriter (never used one before), the board with markers, and the amazing staff. (And bob Dylan of course) Had a great conversion with Tana. Their staff made this more enjoyable. It's a very beautiful museum that allows you to learn so much about this historical figure. There's also merch available as well!

Sharon C.

I was never a Bob Dylan fan, but after touring this center, I have a new appreciation for both the man and his music. The center is very high tech. You are given a headset for an audio tour. You hear a lot of Dylan music as well as Dylan history. Two things I didn't realize are that he was influenced by Woody Guthrie and that he became a Christian when someone threw a pocket cross on stage and he picked it up and took it to his hotel room. This museum is worth a visit and is a good place to take out of town guests.

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Candice H.

Love it! This the history of Bob Dylan. Tons of photos, tons of albums. Several interactive parts where pair up the headphones and a sort of phone looking device. You can hear friends of Bob talking about their daily lives with him! I will be back again as exhibits change! Staff very knowledgeable .

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As a life long Bob Dylan fan, it was like going to Mecca. Everything I wanted and more!

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I came here on two occasions: Big Bite & an exhibition held by BZRO. Big Bite was fun & I had a…read moregreat experience. One side of the room, tickets were being handled while in the middle, you get your drinks & then you move over to the other side of the place, that's where all of the food vendors were at (all local & delicious). In the middle of it all, along with a really big staircase, there was a DJ. Upstairs (during Big Bite) there was an exhibition with all kind of art displays & art installations. There was a great view from up top, especially while I was checking out Tulsa Tough. An all day event that ended with a concert featuring Sports, a band that I listen to heavy. That was in 2023, fast forward to now, there was an exhibition I visited that was hosted by BZRO & it consisted of his denim work & the history of denim. There was even an element of where you can interact with a machine that does the weaving. It was interesting learning the process of making pants & how denim was centuries ago compared to present time.

I've been looking forward to this museum opening since it was announced in 2009. While not very…read morevisually appealing on the outside, I'm excited about the vision to highlight Oklahoma artists and their influence through movies, radio, tv, books, theater, etc. Last I heard, they're hoping to open at the end of 2024, but they have already started hosting events at their facilities. Their staff has been in the building since 2021. They recently had a display honoring James Garner, an actor from Norman. Blake Shelton has been helping them raise money needed to finish the exhibit design, construction and installation. I hope they're able to reach their goal and I look forward to seeing it in its completion.

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Woody Guthrie Center

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Downtown

I listen to a lot of music, so I was obviously aware of Woody Guthrie, but I was not aware of his…read morebeginnings and the events - especially his early home life and the Dust Bowl - that shaped and influenced his songwriting. The museum does a magnificent job mixing photos, historical artifacts and technology to tell Guthrie's story, and how he became one of folk music's largest influences. I could write more about it, but I really think it's something you should experience in person. Trust me - it's worth it. I spent around two and one half hours with the exhibits and I could have stayed longer. Make sure you watch the intro video before you start your tour. Then make time to watch the VR presentation about the Dust Bowl.

The first time Dan and I went to the Woody Guthrie Center was during a Yelp event. I was so happy…read morethat we had the opportunity to take our grandson and our daughter there last Sunday. They loved it as much as we did. I can't wait to take the rest of the grandchildren. This is a well organized museum. The exhibits attract and holds the interest of people of all ages. My 13 year old grandson who like most 13 year olds bores easily with anything that's not a video game or legos, was totally engaged. All of the staff was wonderful, but I was particularly impressed with Sam, who went way beyond what was expected to help us understand Woody Guthrie and that period of history. I am a retired history teacher and I appreciate encountering talented and dedicated teachers whether they are employed in schools or places such as museums.

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I had such an amazing time at the Philbrook Museum of Art! The entire place is absolutely…read morebeautiful. From the moment we walked in, we were impressed by how stunning everything was. The art was incredible, and the staff was so friendly and welcoming. One of my favorite parts was the Andy Warhol room was so fun and such a cool experience! The grounds were truly breathtaking. We went with our clinical group and had the best time walking around and taking so many pictures inside and outside. Every corner felt picture-perfect. The gift shop had so many cute and unique items, and we couldn't leave without stopping by the Wildflower Café. Their lemonade was amazing! Such a wonderful experience. I would definitely go back again if I'm ever in Tulsa.

Having been a Philbrook member since 1978, we can't say enough about what fun and educational it…read moreis. Watched it evolve over the years from the gorgeous house down the street to a certified world class museum. And I've been to many. (See my review of 10/17 as I'm being redundant.) You can visit their website to see what exhibits are currently being displayed and when there will be docent led tours. As well as classes, movies, children activities, films and the upcoming Holiday Festival. The permanent collection, as well as the incredible temporary installations, is worth viewing. The Holiday Festival begins November 28th. Check the web for dates/times. "Thousands of spectacular lights illuminate the Philbrook Gardens for a festive experience unlike any other. Celebrate the season with hot cocoa, musical light shows, take-and-make art projects, visits with Santa nightly (through December 23rd) from 6-8:30pm, and more." says Philbrook's website.

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The Outsiders House Museum

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The Outsiders is one of my favorite books and movies…read more I knew some of it was filmed on location in Tulsa, but I didn't think the house where Patrick Swayze famously performed a handstand out front was still there. It is - and so is the extra pole that was added to the fence after it buckled during the first take. The inside is quaint, semi recreated and jam packed with memorabilia from the film. I loved the bedroom that recreates the setting where Ponyboy read Johnny's letter, which inspired him to write his English essay. I also loved all the random movie posters, candid photos and movie costumes - especially the autograph wall. The volunteers - who are strategically stationed around the property are the best. They're happy to talk all things book, movie and Tulsa related. If you're nice - they'll tell you about Crutchfield Park, which is just down the street and where the Greaser / Soc rumble was filmed.

The Outsiders House Museum is a Tulsa gem, especially considering its modest size. Though not very…read morebig, it's packed with interesting memorabilia from the movie that will keep you engaged as you wander through. The best part are the volunteers. You can tell they genuinely enjoy what they do and they are eager to share stories and little-known facts about the history behind the movie and exhibits. Their passion really brings the place to life. While we were there we met some fans who had traveled from out of state just to visit. We also chatted with the photographer who was a neighborhood local at the time of the filming and happened to capture behind the scenes photographs on set. He now sells photographs onsite and had some fun stories to share. Parking is convenient with a small lot out back, but if that's full, there's usually plenty of street parking nearby. There is a great little gift shop to check out before you leave as well. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area.

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Can't wait for the reopening of the Gilcrease Museum. The Gilcrease is a fantastic cultural…read moretreasure that promotes diversity and community and represents various forms of the arts in an engaging manner.

The collection focus here is western art, especially 19th century. Considering 95% of the works…read moreare in storage, this museum could put on good temporary exhibitions from its own closet if only it had the room. For example, they have enough Thomas Moran paintings and drawings to fill its own gallery. Fortunately, the museum announced a multi-million dollar expansion plan last year and the new design is impressive. In the meantime, visitors must make do with some galleries that are incredibly dark and an antiquated personal photography policy that, while allowing camera use, still puts much off limits. (Hey, Gilcrease, if you want more visitors, liberalize your policies.) Luckily, the museum has a good online collection that, once you create a user account, permits you to easily download images for personal use. The depth of this robust collection includes surprises but it would all benefit from a curatorial refresh. Wandering the jumble of individual galleries and reading some labels that are missing relevant information can be frustrating. I look forward to the expansion of this museum that proudly says it 'houses the world's largest and most comprehensive collection of art and artifacts of the American West'. I don't doubt it. The visitor experience cannot but change dramatically.

Museum of Tulsa History - Love the older style

Museum of Tulsa History

(9 reviews)

Midtown

This location has a shared parking lot but plenty of free parking. There is a small ticket desk…read moreand store with books available. The first exhibit is about the Tulsa massacre. The second exhibit is a chronological history which is pretty good. The 1920s exhibit is what turned me off about the museum. There are some limited exhibits upstairs which reflect on the house itself.

My boyfriend and I went yesterday during a day trip to Tulsa from Dallas. We were allowed in for…read morefree because we're students (!!) and the man at the front desk had a wealth of knowledge. The museum itself isn't large, but there is a wide array of information available here. There's a room dedicated to the Tulsa Race Massacre, another exhibit dedicated to Tulsa restaurants, a small gallery featuring some local art, and more. My favorite room featured lots of little knick-knacks, an informative digital reference option about the definition and history of lynching, as well as public health history. (Notably, this room also has a KKK member's cloak and hood; it has blood on its collar. Please tread carefully if this kind of exhibit is painful for you.) You could easily spend an hour or two here looking around and reading the vast array of history provided at this institution. The cost to attend for adults is $10 but, as aforementioned, it's free for students (even out-of-state students!). Take advantage of all the resources here at the historical society and spend a day here and at the nearby garden center. The Philbrook is also not far!

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Philcade Building

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Another one of my favorite buildings downtown! It is made up of three interconnected buildings that…read moreshare a lavish lobby built in the shape of a "T" for Tulsa. It was originally 9 stories, 4 more stories were added shortly after completion. It was supposed to complement (not compete visually with) the Philtower. A tunnel connects the two buildings. You can also find the WP initials. The zig zag designs of the glass and bronze insets above the entrances are very characteristic and the architecture shows the Art Deco style in Tulsa. It had naturalistic motifs outside and inside (flowers, vines, and animals). The penthouse was added in 1937 as Waite Phillips' primary residence. The rooms have hardwood paneled walls and ornate decorative Art Deco details. Besides it's awesome historical significance, it is where Mod's coffee and crepes is located as well as the awesome Deco District shops (Picklesworth, The Bookerie, Okie Crowe and Made).

The Philcade building was built by Waite Phillips with Leon Senter as the architect. The building…read moreopened in 1930 with 259 suites of offices and 28 shops. It has a beautiful, classy lobby that is probably the most beautiful lobby in Tulsa. I love the fan traceries of the Philtower, but that is gothic! I have never been past the first floor, but hear the second floor and penthouse are fabulous art deco examples. It is on the National Register and in all the Art Deco books!

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