Every city holds its secrets, unique places, old legends, and events that will forever remain within its walls. At first sight, Tulsa may seem like a quiet little town, but if you look a bit deeper, it will show another side, where oil barons and jazz musicians lived side by side, and stunning architectural works…
When Tea Rush, artist and founder of MiTea, envisioned her business, she was not just thinking about tea; she was building a collective. From the very beginning, her intention was clear: create a safe, vibrant space where artists can express themselves, and where health and wellness are just as central as creativity. “Before the tea…
By day, Rachel E. Gusman is in the courtroom, standing firm for clients in cases that often determine the course of their lives. By evening, she is serving Tulsa’s most vulnerable, feeding the hungry, advocating for children in need, and ensuring that justice extends beyond the walls of a courthouse. For Gusman, law is not…
If you have never kicked a ball, never watched a match, and could not tell a corner kick from a coffee break, you are not alone. Soccer is the world’s most popular sport, and right now it is having a major moment in Tulsa.
Since Josh and Amanda Stout, owners of the RedFork Arts Foundry Tulsa, purchased The Sky Gallery, a gift, souvenir, and art shop at 1401 E. 11th St., Tulsa, the business has flourished. The shelves and walls of the store are filled with a variety of artistic, unusual Route 66 and Oklahoma-themed two- and three-dimensional art…
Tulsa’s vibrant Greek community marked a significant milestone on the first weekend of May. The Hellenic culture celebrated 100 years of faith and fellowship centered around its beloved Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 1222 S. Guthrie Ave. The centennial celebration was a heartwarming blend of historical reflection, community engagement, and joyous festivities, highlighting the enduring…
Tulsa International Mayfest began in 1973 as Jubilee ’73, organized by the Tulsa Junior League to mark its 50th anniversary. From 1974 to 1977, it was known as Festival ’74 through Festival ’77, under the leadership of the Tulsa Arts and Humanities Council and Downtown Tulsa Unlimited. In 1978, it became Tulsa International Mayfest…
On Jan. 15, 2025, Tulsa’s legend Burt Holmes passed away at the age of 93. All of us are familiar with the convenience store QuikTrip, but many are unfamiliar with its history and founders. Holmes was inspired to make this store a reality after he came across a 7-Eleven store in Dallas in 1957. Holmes…
Each year, residents of many small towns and cities around the state look forward to their Founder’s Day celebrations, and the residents of Skiatook, Okla., are no exception. Every September brings with it the annual Pioneer Day Carnival, Parade, and Rodeo, commemorating the “pioneer origins” of the town, just 20 minutes north of Tulsa. The…
The spirit of Woody Guthrie was alive on Sept. 25, 2024, when the Oklahoma native, folk-songwriter, and activist was honored at Tulsa’s celebrated Cain’s Ballroom by an award and ceremony in his name. The Woody Guthrie Prize represents someone who shares similar values to Guthrie that he held during his lifetime. This year’s Woody Guthrie…
