Things to Do in Tulsa (2025)

A deeply curated look at Dylan’s creative process, from notebooks to rare recordings, in a striking Olson Kundig–designed space. Lauded by national critics like the Los Angeles Times and The Washington Post. Pair with the Woody Guthrie Center next door.

Interactive galleries and a mission-forward archive honor Oklahoma’s folk poet and social conscience. Actively operating with posted 2025 hours, and frequently recommended alongside the Bob Dylan Center by editors and local writers.

An immersive, community-centered history experience on Greenwood Avenue that powerfully tells the story of Black Wall Street and the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, with timely talks, vigils, and programs throughout the year.

A free, design-forward riverfront park of imaginative play spaces, trails, and cultural programs; celebrated by National Geographic and local media. Come for a stroll, paddle Peggy’s Pond, then linger for sunset on the Arkansas River.

An Italianate villa turned museum with lush gardens and a strong collection that includes Native American art. A perennial Tulsa essential praised by regional and national editors for its setting and programming.

The storied dance hall where western swing went nationwide now hosts major touring acts and local heroes. Celebrated by Southern Living and revered by musicians, it’s still the city’s most electric room.

Tulsa’s nonprofit art-house since 1928 screens indie, foreign, and repertory films, with director Q&As and silent films accompanied on a historic organ. Recognized by the National Park Service for its Route 66 heritage.

A lovingly restored film location turned museum, created by locals and fans. Spotlighted by People magazine and Tulsa World, weekend tours reveal artifacts, set recreations, and Tulsa’s starring role in a classic story.

A lakeside garden and Cross Timbers landscape with seasonal late hours and art-forward exhibits like Florigami in the Garden. Expect family nights, music, and prairie sunsets eight miles from downtown.

A producers-only market anchoring Kendall‑Whittier with peak-season Saturdays and summer Wednesdays. Meet growers, taste Oklahoma-made goods, and catch neighborhood art happenings nearby.

A community-driven bookstore and café centering BIPOC authors, now planted in Greenwood. Praised by local media, it hosts readings, kids’ story times, and civic conversations over excellent coffee.