One thing I've learned while traveling Route 66 is that every stop has a story. The Heart of Route…read more66 Auto Museum in Stroud definitely delivered. I'll admit it--I don't consider myself a huge car enthusiast. I couldn't tell you every make, model, or engine size, but I certainly know a beautiful automobile when I see one. This museum is filled with them. My favorite was the gorgeous 1957 Chevy Bel Air, while the award-winning Chip Foose custom 1965 Impala absolutely stopped me in my tracks. What really surprised me were all the nostalgic touches beyond the cars. The vintage Seeburg jukebox, original drive-in movie speaker, old Route 66 signs, and classic memorabilia brought back memories of a different era. It felt like stepping back in time. The funniest part of our visit had nothing to do with cars. While I wandered through the museum reading displays and taking photos, my wife did what she does best--started chatting with another visitor. I eventually caught up to find the two of them laughing like old friends. A few minutes later we were shaking hands, exchanging phone numbers, and talking about meeting for dinner sometime since they have family near Edmond. That's Route 66 in a nutshell--you never know who you'll meet. Even if you're not a die-hard car person, I'd recommend stopping here. The museum is beautifully displayed, easy to walk through, and offers a wonderful mix of classic cars, nostalgia, and Americana. It turned out to be one of those unexpected highlights that made our Route 66 adventure even more memorable. Tip: Take your time and read the information cards next to the cars. They add a lot to the experience, especially if you're like me and appreciate the stories as much as the automobiles. (I hate that I can't organize my photos )

Cool trip into the days of artistic car design. Got to see well maintained cars and memorabilia…read morefrom days past. Big Chip Foose fan and was amazed to see two cars he worked on. Loved the show rooms

I went to the Oklahoma Aquarium and honestly had a great time. The whole place is really clean and…read morewell put together, and the exhibits are super cool with a huge variety of fish and sea life. The shark tunnel was definitely the highlight walking through while sharks swim all around you is such an awesome experience. What made it even better was how much my 2 year old loved it. He was completely into all the fish and didn't want to leave. After we finished going through the aquarium, there's a nice playground outside that he had a blast on, which was the perfect way to wrap up the visit.

First time coming to this aquarium and it was so very well put together and clean! My daughter had…read morea blast being able to feed the turtles and the sting rays! The bathrooms were clean and the food court had alot of choices of different food and treats! We cant wait to come back and visit!

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.

A lovely little museum dedicated to the history of Stillwater, Oklahoma. For a small building and…read morecrew, they manage to do a lot in the community. A hosting space, gathering place, and many educational events throughout the year. Stop in and buy a ticket to travel through time.

We had our wedding in the auditorium. Great place and the pictures outside were amazing. Easy to…read morework with the staff

Excellent stop for learning the wholeistic history of Lincoln County! One room is set up like an…read moreold fashioned school room..its way awesome! There is law enforcement memorabilia, Military memorabilia, clothing, historical living area displays, instruments, typewriters etc....... A definite must see when you travel RTE 66 through town!

Museum of military and antiques. Has two floors but it does have stairs. The best things are…read moreupstairs! Enjoyed the old sewing machines, school desk,quilts. You will find alot of things interesting. They offer a free book for you to take, Oklahoma Run. They were so nice, turned on all the lights for us to walk through. Worth stopping by and enjoy alittle history.

Very nice museum of local history all housed in an historic Railroad Depot. Darlene, one of the…read moredocents added a very personal touch to the exhibits, telling each story through her experience growing up here. She went above and beyond by pointing out where other historic buildings were and how they looked way back when versus current times. Well worth the stop while traveling Rt 66 through Bristow, OK.

If you enjoy places where you can interact instead of just look, Factory Obscura is an absolute…read moremust-visit in Oklahoma City. We spent about three hours exploring Mix-Tape and still felt like we could have discovered even more. Every room is filled with hidden details, secret passageways, interactive elements, music, lights, and artwork that constantly encourages you to slow down and look a little closer. The experience is whimsical, nostalgic, and surprisingly thought-provoking all at the same time. One of the things I appreciated most was learning about the mission behind Factory Obscura. The exhibit isn't just beautiful--it was created by local artists who are supported for their work. Knowing that the installation continues to evolve with contributions from more than 100 artists made me appreciate every room even more. As a travel photographer, I loved photographing the exhibit. Every corner offered a completely different color palette, texture, or composition. The special diffraction glasses they provide make the lighting even more magical, so don't skip using them while you explore. My advice? Wear comfortable shoes, plan for at least 2-3 hours, and don't rush through it. Open every drawer, look through every little window, touch everything you're allowed to touch, and if you're able, crawl through the hidden passages--you'll discover details most people walk right past. Whether you're traveling with kids, visiting as a couple, hanging out with friends, or exploring solo, Factory Obscura is one of the most creative and memorable attractions we've experienced. It's colorful, imaginative, and unlike anything else in Oklahoma City. We left inspired and would absolutely visit again the next time we're in town.

A friend came to town and I was panicking about what to do with him. Oklahoma is not exactly well…read moreknown for cities full of excitement. I had heard about Factory Obscura for a few years and knew that Flaming Lips and some local artists were involved. It's an immersive art experience much like Meow Wolf on a smaller scale and I have to say it was very well done. You don't need a reservation (at least not in mid January) and the staff was great about offering suggestions for places to dine or things to do after the museum. I highly recommend you pay a dollar for the 3D glasses. This is fun for both adults and kids.

This was a hidden gem! We had no idea this historical home was in Hominy...but I saw they were…read morehaving a display of snack sets...and my wife is a snack set geek, so we went. Everyone pays admission...and you get a personalized tour of the house and its history. If you are an antique freak..this is your vibe. Loved the furniture and furnishings, and the Oklahoma A&M antique pennants. There was a chair full of dolls, our forte', but they were not the Drummonds, but rather the guides. The snack sets display was also the guides personal collection...and we were a bit bummed by its limit, but they had recently acquired a family trunk and so display space was limited. The pros...great history, personable and knowledgeable guide. The cons...not a place for littles...nothing for them to touch. Steep staircase, and the house needs some continuing maintenance and repair. Overall, a great visit for us, because we are into antiques...we plan on going back and visiting again!!

A wonderful piece of local history, with actual items from the family. The guided tour was like a…read moretrip back into history.

GO! take the drive, do the day trip, GO! Beware: the medium is deceiving, it's massive and you want…read moreto see it all so give yourself ample time. The history they have here, the animals, the whole thing is just so cool To see.

I grew up coming here as a kid and thought it was so fun! Now that I'm an adult i underestimated…read morethe great amount of rich history this place provides. So much history and interesting information this place holds! This is Frank Phillips home who started up conoco Philips. Not only is his very charming log cabin open for viewing but you also have everything from an animal kid petting zoo to his airplanes and guns on display while giant bears etc are throughout the museum part as well. They put on a kids fest event every year in late June. They bring in vendors and put up inflatables , face painting, pony rides, foam parties , make your own necklaces etc. all of this is free and no extra fee just regular admission cost. Another thing they do is during the holidays they have a lights festival which appears to be just beautiful .

While working our way back to the main interstate 35 we came across this museum. At first we didnt…read moreknow what to expect. We were warmly welcomed by Melissa who gave us a brief run down of the place. This place is a true museum with a lot of history of the town of Blackwell and its citizens. This place appears to have alot of things donated by local people who gave things that were a part of their lives or occupation. There are lots of items from numerous wars including World War one and two for sure. Lots of household items that were once used. Forgot to mention that is a hands on museum. Many items can be touched gently. Good luck on your adventure here. We hope to come back again some day when we have more time to look around. Be prepared to spend at least 2 hours here.

This amazing museum is noteworthy both for its collections and for the building itself. The…read morebuilding, 1913, is on the National Registry of Historic Places. The building was originally called The Electric Pavilion. It's 31,000 square feet are home to exhibits that include trains, dolls, school history, smelter, 1955 devastating tornado, farm, ranch, fire, clubs, medical and Native American. It is an open and interesting place for both adults and children. It is a perfect place for travelers to take a break. Opened just this month is an in-depth exhibit "F5 in 1955" commemorating the 1955 Blackwell-Udall, Ks tornadoes. The exhibit features personal stories, video presentations and a tornado simulator. It occupies an entire room and gives interesting informative information about tornadoes.