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Muskogee Houses Many Cultural Gems
The art and soul of Muskogee is well represented, with multiple cultural opportunities in music, visual art, history and nature.
One of the most visited cultural attractions is the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame, which since 1997 has been honoring musical innovators and icons from the Sooner State. Entertainers who have already secured spots in the hall include Carrie Underwood, Toby Keith and Ronnie Dunn.
Another popular historic site is Five Civilized Tribes Museum, which focuses on preserving... Read More »
Maritime and Anytime: Recreation in Muskogee
Muskogee makes the most of both the land and water, with recreation opportunities ranging from water parks and sports complexes to boating and fishing on the Three Forks Harbor. Love-Hatbox Sports ComplexPerhaps best known for its water park, the Love-Hatbox Sports Complex has other diverse sports facilities. The 60-acre complex contains 10 baseball fields, eight softball fields, three indoor batting cages, two full-size football fields, 13 soccer fields within the Georgia-Pacific... Read More »
Unique Eats and Treats in Muskogee County
Offering everything from savory home cooking to sweet treats, hungry patrons can expect to find culinary satisfaction in Muskogee.
Cowboys Bar-B-Que
Patrons can enjoy a variety of eats at Cowboys Bar-B-Que, such as sandwiches, ribs, dinner entrees and more. The restaurant also boasts celebrity patrons, including country music stars Garth Brooks, George Strait and Tim McGraw.
Mahylon's Bar-B-Que derives client satisfacion from high quality ingredients; it's "personalized, not... Read More »
Muskogee Plays Year-Round Host to Festivals, Concerts and More
How’s this for a challenge: What will take longer to sort out, the number of festivals and special events in Muskogee, or the types of them?There’s a reason why “Festival City” is starting to be Muskogee’s nickname. Throughout the year, the city’s attractions and venues host a growing number of festivals, concerts and much, much more. And with more being added all the time, better start filling that calendar in now.Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame &... Read More »
'Asphalt Rollercoasters' Attract Motorcyclists to Muskogee
They say you should never ask a motorcyclist for directions if you’re in a hurry. You’ll reach your destination, but you’ll probably have to navigate twisty back roads to get there.Unlike most travelers who simply use the nation’s asphalt arteries to get from point A to B as quickly as possible, motorcycle riders favor the meandering journey. The rural two-lane blacktop is their route of choice, and the curvier the better.The Muskogee Chamber of Commerce is helping... Read More »
Muskogee is a “Distinctive Destination” in 2011
The city of Muskogee has been dubbed one of 12 "Distinctive Destinations" for 2011 by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. It's a distinction that recognizes the city's commitment to preserving the past, including treasured buildings, landscapes and cultural milestones for future generations to enjoy. Some of Muskogee's top attractions honor and celebrate its rich Native American heritage. Local leaders take pride in the diversity and sustainability that attracts visitors and... Read More »
Soul Food Cookoff in Muskogee, OK
Soul Food Cook-offSmall-town Muskogee, OK, gets big recognition each year as the hometown of the Soul Food Cook-off. Now operating on a national level with cook-offs held throughout the country, the competition's primary goal remains to highlight some of the nation's most deserving cooks: the ones who operate solely from a home kitchen. Don't Miss: The cook-off closest to you What's Served: Soul food at its finest What to Bring: A notebook, you'll want to write some of these recipes... Read More »
Muskogee Maritime Activities Include Multiple Water Parks
Oklahoma may not exactly scream wild water state, but the harbor in Muskogee provides the perfect spot for the whole family to enjoy a little fun in the sun. There are more than 50 creeks and streams here. Three Forks Harbor, which occupies a cozy niche at the confluence of the Arkansas, Verdigris and Grand Rivers, is perfect for boating and lounging, and the city's water park sure to please with tubing, slides and playgrounds.
Bodies of Water: Three Forks Harbor, Fort Gibson Lake (nearby),... Read More »
Bare Bones International Film Festival in Muskogee, OK
Bare Bones Film FestivalThe Bare Bones International Film and Music Festival in Muskogee, OK, enters its 13th year in 2012, having grown so significantly that it inspired a spinoff in Tulsa, OK. For eight days each April, Bare Bones honors filmmakers and showcases low-budget independent movies (less than $1 million) produced in the United States and beyond. A Bare Bones Script to Screen Film Festival, held in Tulsa each October, specifically recognizes screenwriters.The April festival takes... Read More »
Muskogee Makes for a Manly Town
In his hit Okie from Muskogee, Merle Haggard helped to define Muskogee's vibe as "a place where even squares can have a ball." So what makes Muskogee a great place to be a man? Well for starters, it's surrounded by some of the best fishing holes in the country. Then there's the USS Batfish Submarine & Military Museum, Castle of Muskogee, casino, golf courses, maritime activities and plenty of places to drink a beer and listen to music. On top of that, Muskogee is quickly becoming... Read More »
It's OK to Explore History in Muskogee
Focused on preserving the art, history and culture of the Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Muscogee (Creek) and Seminole tribes, Five Civilized Tribes Museu in located the historic Union Indian Agency building.The museum, which first opened its doors in 1966, is home to a variety of exhibits, artifacts and traditional art. While some exhibits change frequently, others are permanent fixtures. In addition, the museum also offers the world's largest collection of original works by Jerome Tiger,... Read More »
Three Forks Harbor River Center in Muskogee, OK Boosts Liquid Assets
Never mind the fact that Muskogee is smack dab in the middle of the U.S. of A. Anyone who’s landlocked in this town bears that designation by choice.
The eastern Oklahoma city is connected to just about every port city in the country – and beyond – by the McKlellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System. The River Center at Three Forks Harbor, a new $12 million facility at the convergence of the Arkansas, Verdigris and Grand rivers, gives recreational boaters access to a vast network of... Read More »
Fun Things To Do in Muskogee, OK
1. Admire the beauty of various creeks and luxurious greens during a challenging game of golf at the Cobblestone Creek Golf Club.
2. Spend the day viewing an abundance of beautiful Native American culture at Five Civilized Tribes Museum.
3. Be a part of Oklahoma's enlightened music culture by visiting the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame and Museum.
4. Audition to be in the next Broadway performance by the Muskogee Little Theatre or watch as talented actors take your breath away.
5. Have the... Read More »
Muskogee Dogs Enjoy Waterfront
Muskogee has long been a popular waterfront for boaters thanks to Three Forks Harbor. Some dog owners have discovered that even Fido enjoys a day on the water. On the south side of Harbor Basin near the road's end a grassy knoll has become a de facto dog beach. Away from boat traffic and fishermen, the area is a haven for frisky, playful pups. It's just as unlikely to have an unofficial dog beach in Oklahoma as it is to have a major harbor, but the dogs don't mind. They just shake... Read More »
Castle of Muskogee is a Royal Treat
Verily, the Castle of Muskogee hosts the Oklahoma Renaissance Festival weekends throughout the month of May.
More than 300 costumed characters provide much of the entertainment on the spacious grounds of the castle. Step past the castle walls and be transported back in time to a period when knights fought for fair maidens and the king's word was law. A note to all those who wish to come in costumed - weapons must be "peace tied" and sheathed.
Other festival attractions include a... Read More »
Girl Scout Cookie Sales Started in Muskogee
Would you like to buy some Girl Scout cookies? Muskogee’s Mistletoe Troop first uttered those words in 1917, and to mark that event, the city is now home to a bronze statue of a cookie-selling scout. The statue, titled “A Promise To Keep” is display at Three Rivers Museum.
The sculpture honors Muskogee as the place where selling cookies as a fundraiser for the organization was first documented. Girl members baked the cookies in their homes and sold them at their high school... Read More »
National Soul Food Cook-Off Puts Family Values on the Front Burner
Pot roast. Turkey and dressing. Ribs. Macaroni and cheese. Steamed okra. Pound cake. Peach cobbler. Hungry? That’s what Cassandra Gaines is counting on.
Muskogee’s multicultural coordinator – who is also the manager of the Roxy Theatre and Muskogee Civic Center – started the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Soul Food Cook-Off in 2005 as a community event.
“Anything you do around Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is going to draw attention, but this event brings people back to family values,” Gaines says... Read More »
Azalea Festival Springs Muskogee, OK Into Action
No one needs a calendar to know when spring arrives in Muskogee.
It’s all about the azaleas. Every April, Honor Heights Park bursts into 40 acres of blooming color for the annual Azalea Festival. The month-long festival draws crowds of roughly 250,000 for a parade, art shows, film festivals and a simple excuse to stop and smell the flora.
The tradition began more than 40 years ago when a superintendent of Muskogee Parks & Recreation discovered he could grow the plants quite... Read More »
Shopping in Muskogee, OK
Muskogee has a variety of shopping destinations to choose from. Below is a listing of some of the stores available here. Appliances ACE TELEVISION & APPLIANCE, 822 W. OKMULGEE ST., (918) 683-1560 TUMBLE IN FURNITURE & APPLS., 3916 W. OKMULGEE ST., (918) 682-1581 HASTINGS BOOKS, 2230 E. SHAWNEE RD., (918) 683-7252 Book Dealers JUST BOOKS & STUFF, 1102 W. BROADWAY ST., (918) 681-3444 RUTH'S CHRISTIAN BOOK STORE, 501 N. MAIN ST., (918) 686-0339 WALDENBOOK, S501 N. MAIN ST. # 22... Read More »
Okies From Muskogee Record Merle Haggard's "Okie From Muskogee"
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the release of Merle Haggard's "Okie From Muskogee," the Muskogee, Oklahoma Chamber of Commerce has recorded their own version of the country classic--enlisting the help of some of the city's most talented and most recognized residents. A tongue-in-cheek tribute to small town life and traditional values that made Muskogee a household name, Haggard's original "Okie From Muskogee" was released on an album of the same name in 1969. It went... Read More »
Muskogee Farmers Market Is Good to the Last Crop
If it’s grown or produced in Oklahoma, chances are you can find it at the Muskogee Farmers Market.
Debuting in 1995, the market moved to its current location at Okie Square in April 2007. City leaders say the relocation to Okmulgee Street has contributed greatly to recent downtown revitalization efforts.
Nowadays, the Muskogee Farmers Market is bustling on Wednesday and Saturday mornings, and the downtown site has provided increased visibility for vendors. In addition to loads of fresh produce... Read More »
The Sounds of Muskogee Music
From rhythm and blues and bluegrass to symphony and jazz, Muskogee’s vibrant music scene is as distinctive as the Merle Haggard classic Okie From Muskogee and as colorful as the 8-foot-tall fiberglass guitars painted by local artists and displayed around town.
“I guess it’s in the water. There are all kinds of music going on in Muskogee all the time, and that’s everything literally from the churches to the nightclubs. There’s always a place to play,” says Max Boydstun, who approaches his... Read More »
Muskogee Restaurants Are Literally Rolling in the Dough
If you’re hankering for some home-baked, made-from-scratch goodness, look no further than these Muskogee restaurants and bakeries, all of which make their dough by making dough – and in some cases, batter. Just one thing, though: There’s no carb counting allowed.
For moist, chewy cookies made from a secret family recipe, Harmony House on South Seventh Street delivers the goods. “Our most popular cookie is the Lemon Crinkle, and the second-most popular is the Chocolate Crinkle,” says owner Beth... Read More »
