Parallel Forest truly feels like stepping into another world. Planted by the government during the…read moreDust Bowl era, this unusual 16-acre forest features more than 20,000 red cedars, all spaced perfectly about six feet apart in every direction. The effect is mesmerizing, as each tree grows straight up, creating beautiful lines and symmetry throughout the woods. Walking through the forest is both peaceful and surreal. The perfectly arranged trees and the quiet setting make it a fantastic spot for exploring, photography, or simply enjoying nature. On top of its impressive appearance, the forest's history as a windbreak project adds even more interest. It is a remarkable place to experience near the Wichitas and well worth a visit.

Came and explored a while back it's very beautiful to see. Didn't go on a trail but will be back…read moresoon to explore further!

This is a must see if your in town or not! I finally made it to the Prince of peace Easter pageant,…read moreor I call it the passion play :) Things you should know! It's held every Easter Eve and Palm Sunday as I know of! Admission is free, donations are excepted , the pageant begins shortly after sunset ( roughly 8:30 pm) and lasts about three hours ,arrive early enough to park unload and walk to seating area ,bring blankets lawn chairs for comfortable sitting on the ground on audience hill, dress for Oklahomas unique weather changes! It got chilly fast! Display vehicles permits for assessable parking so that you may be directed to designated area If needed. The pageant tells the story of the birth, life, crucifixion,death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Men, woman and children play the parts in period costumes as reading cast use their voices in each scene to narrate the story! In the intro it was said that this play is the only Easter play in the world that last 3 hours :) and that Hollywood is making a documentary about how this community gets together and shares the story of Jesus Christ :) It's a must see and if you miss it still come and look around at the church and everything the have :) they also have a gift shop :)

Another day trip from OKC took us to Holy City, OK. Thts the actual name. the site features…read morestructures like Pilate's Judgment Hall, Herod's Court, the Garden of Gethsemane, and a chapel modeled after Christ Church in Alexandria, Virginia. The perform a passion play called the prince of peace which first ran during Easter 1926. Make sure you wear good solid shoes as there are many rocky areas. The site also has a memorial for the Oklahoma City bombing victims, a Veterans Walkway, and an 11-foot marble Christ statue. This past April they performed the 100th annual play.

Okay, you might wonder why some South Orange County Suburban Mom is yelping a small town in…read moreOklahoma....well, because this is yelp....Real People. Real Reviews. The City of Apache is very near and dear to my heart. I used to spend many endless summers there as a little girl visiting my grandma and grandpa. They have passed on and as a way to cherish those memories, I thought that there would be no way that I could not include them in "These are just a few of my favorite things" Apache's Claim to Fame is their Annual Rattlesnake Festival which was just held (I've never been to this) and their resident, Maury Tate created the Mobetta Shirts that were worn and made famous by country singer, Garth Brooks!!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6YRyNviBMk&feature=related Anyways, now that my grandparents are with the angels in Heaven, I doubt that I will be going back but I know that the memories are just a calm close my eyes moment away!!! I still love you and miss you grandma and grandpa!!! Pros: If you run out of gas, no problem walking home! Con: If you do something stupid one night, everybody in town will know about it before you wake up!

I don't like young Halsey very much, but maybe I'll like the Olderhalsey…read more This is the most gorgeous building that I have seen in Oklahoma City. Especially in terms of classical beauty and architecture. It looks old and yet new. It's different... but the same. Oh wait I was channeling Bill & Ted. It looks so quaint it could be in Disneyland - but it's absolutely real and not fake at all. Unlike my girl. I don't get tired of driving around the back streets of this neighbourhood and seeing this gorgeous building. And there's computers... and SAN DIMAS HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL RULES!

My sweet husband treated me to a date night at History & Haunts. We were excited, though not sure…read morewhat to expect out of our evening & this experience was delightful! We started in the old barn, where both employees & several volunteers were there to give us a quick run down of the family & what to expect. Then, we were led to the house & given the opportunity to explore! Each room is opulent with painted ceilings, ritzy carpets & very fancy furniture from the late 1800s. The history is amazing & was so fun to learn about. The volunteers were wonderful & knew a LOT of great facts. We LOVED our time & are hoping to return around Christmas.

Milk Bottle Grocery - A Historic Route 66 Photo Stop!…read more Another iconic and unique roadside attraction along historic Route 66 in Oklahoma City! If you love discovering unusual landmarks and snapping memorable pictures, don't miss this little piece of history! Built in 1930, this tiny, triangle-shaped building is only about 350 square feet! It was once known as the Triangle Grocery, but in 1948, a giant milk bottle was added to the rooftop to advertise dairy products and attract motorists traveling along Route 66. How clever is that? Over the years, this little building has served as a grocery store, fruit market, barbecue restaurant, sandwich shop, and several other businesses. In 1998, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places. Today, the building has taken on a completely different purpose and is now a nail shop! It's amazing how a tiny building can have so much history and continue to serve the community after nearly a century. We stopped by to snap some pictures of the famous milk bottle and appreciate another piece of Route 66 history. It's definitely a quick stop, but that's part of the fun of exploring the Mother Road! Don't let its small size fool you! If you're traveling through Oklahoma City, add this quirky landmark to your Route 66 photo collection.

A quirky, historic Route66 stop that delivers on charm and photo-worthy appeal--but don't expect…read moremore than a quick visit. Enough reason to explore if you're nearby, but not worth a special trip. Three stars seems fair.

Great little museum with free admission! The art is beautiful and they offer a nice children's…read morearea. Something to look at for everyone.

A little roadside museum that we stopped by, with some exhibits, local art and a nice variety of…read morecrafts for sale by the friendly woman who works there. You won't be in there long, as it is a small place and no pictures inside. But it made for a great quick stop, so go here if you are in the area.

Fort Sill has two museums, the Artillery museum and the old fort museum. Both are good but the…read moreArtillery Museum is very fascinating and full of history. We came to attend our son's BCT graduation and this was one of the first places we visited and we are so glad that we did - our son's AIT will be Artillery and this museum has a wealth of artillery history from pre-revolutionary times to modern. I especially enjoyed the video showing us what our son will be doing in the Army Artillery. This old Fort Sill National Historic Landmark requires some imagination because it's still fully integrated into the base and officers still live in the old houses surrounding the parade field . Be sure to start in the main building and look at the diorama to get your bearings before you walk around. The best display is the old cavalry barracks which is set up exactly as it would have been around 1890-1900. Ft. Sill played an amazing part in our frontier history and this post does a good job of explaining it.

Informative and lots of interactive displays…read more Reviewed May 5, 2019 A very nice small museum that does a great job of conveying what life was like on the cattle drive. They have several hands on displays that are great for kids and adults. There is a movie theater that shows an 18 minute video about life on the cattle drive. I especially enjoyed their collection of western art. Their collection includes Remington, Russell and Catlin paintings. The outdoor bronze sculpture is amazing. The staff is very nice! They are very knowledgeable of the history of the Chisholm trail and more than willing to share their knowledge with visitors. Note: This review and photos were originally posted on Tripadvisor by Spike S.

We love it here. The staff is always helpful and there's lots of hands-on activities to include a…read morecampfire scene and a theater with a show that really immerses you in the experience of the cattle drive up Chisolm Trail. The audience feels the wind, the rain, and even the lightening extends past the big screen (still safe though... projects on the walls). The audience even experiences the scents of the prairie grass.