Adolf Hitler in stained glass. Dogs attending services. An Art Deco beauty co-designed by a female architect way back in 1929. A collateral victim of one of the worst terrorist attacks on U.S. soil. An abbey church on a now defunct college campus. Visiting churches in Oklahoma proved to be a highly unusual experience. More than just beautiful structures, these houses of worship are packed with some truly fascinating stories. Read about the top five churches in Oklahoma >
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Gazebo Gazing
They come in many shapes, sizes, materials, and colors, but gazebos share lots of commonalities, all of which appeal to me. They offer shelter from rain or sizzling sunshine. They’re a pleasant place to rest. They often take advantage of dreamy or dramatic views. They can double as bandstands during outdoor parties and celebrations. And, well, they’re just plain pretty to look at. Read about the top five gazebos >
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Deco Delights in Tulsa, Oklahoma
I’ve been to some of the best places in the United States to see examples of one of my favorite architectural styles—art deco: Miami Beach, Chicago, and, of course, my hometown, New York City. Much to my surprise, when I was running around the Midwest, I would find that Tulsa, Oklahoma, ranks right up there with the best of them, thanks to a fortuitous mingling of new oil money, the Jazz Age, and the architectural style that originated in France. Read about it >
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Glory Days Restored at The Boiler Room in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Downtown Tulsa, Oklahoma, was quiet on a Monday evening. Only a couple of restaurants were open for dinner — an improvement over Sunday evening, when even Arby’s closed at six. The closest of these to my hotel was located inside the historic Mayo Hotel, which I had visited earlier in the day at the start of my tour of the city’s art deco treasures. That short-lived but long-enduring style flows into The Boiler Room, where you can enjoy a contemporary meal and still party like it’s 1929. Read more >
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