Featured
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 »
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 & Museum... 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... 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 »
Bare Bones International Film Festival in Muskogee, OK
Bare Bones Film Festival
The 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 »
Azalea Festival Springs City 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 successfully.
“... Read More »
