Federal Aviation Agency Attractions

Bricktown

Steeped in historic character, Oklahoma City's Bricktown was built at the beginning of the 20th Century. A favorite place for entertainment, dining, and shopping. Nightlife includes nightclubs, concerts, and holiday events. Sports fan should visit "The Brick", home of the Oklahoma Redhawks baseball team, along with the Blazer hockey team and Wranglers arena football.

Looking for a romantic ride? Pedicabs travel the mile long canal through Bricktown, taking visitors throughout the romantic city. The Oklahoma Spirit trolley system takes visitors around Bricktown and Downtown Oklahoma City, for just a quarter!

www.bricktownokc.com
(405) 236-8666

State Fair Park

Looking for fun? The Oklahoma State Fair Park is home to rides and attractions for all ages. Don't miss the Thrill Zone, and Super Spectacular Rides, Speedway Car and Monster Truck shows.

www.oklahomastafefair.org
(405) 948-6700

Red Earth Festival

Myriad Convention Center
Oklahoma City celebrates the Red Earth festival, an annual festival of native American cultures and traditions. For three days representatives of more than 100 Indian nations, tribes and bands from throughout North American gather in downtown Oklahoma City, to share the diversity of their heritage.

A colorful celebration, with a dance competition consisting of more than 2,000 dancers, dignitaries, tribal princesses, military represntatives, and drummers. Filling the streets of downtown Oklahoma City with a beautiful procession of culture and heritage.

www.redearth.org
(405) 427-5228

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COX Business Services Convention Center

COX Business Services Convention Center serves as Oklahoma City's multipurpose sports convention and entertainment center. Offering one million square feet of facilities. The convention center is host to meetings large and small, from the Myriad Meeting Room for 25 to the incredible 16,000 seat Myriad Arena. In 1999 the MAPS project was completed, providing a 25,000 square foot Ballroom, and 21 new meeting rooms. The Myriad Convention Center is Oklahoma's state of the art meeting and convention facility.

www.myriadevents.com
(405) 297-3300
(800) 654-3676

Omniplex

Myriad Convention Center
2100 NE 52nd Street

Discover new worlds and galaxies, explore the sciences and arts, while reliving the past and taking a look into the future. The Omniplex is open year round, and houses the following museum areas.

(800) 532-7652
(800) 602-OMNI.
www.omniplex.org

OmniDome Theater
Sporting the largest and most technologically advanced dome-screen theatre. An incredible experience for all visitors. A 70 foot diameter dome screen and 36,000 watt digital sound system complete the experience.

(405) 602-DOME

Hands-on Science Museum
Enlighten, entertain and educate the entire family with over 350 hands-on exhibits and educational programs.

Kirkpatrick Galleries
Hosting an extensive collection of art and artifacts from around the world. The Kirkpatrick Galleries contain 16 permanent collections, including a Berlin Wall exhibit.

Air Space Museum
Focused on aviation pioneers from Amelia Earhart to the history of NASA's space program. Complete with exhibits and full-scale models of the Mercury, Gemini and Apollo space capsules.

Kirkpatrick Planetarium
Star gazers will lose themselves inside a 40 foot dome, with state of the art sound system. Lose yourself in a journey into the stars.

Kirkpatrick Gardens and Greenhouse
Visit the Kyoto Japanese Meditation Garden, Tropical Greenhouse, Eleanor Kirkpatrick Memorial Rose Garden, Water Garden, Herb Garden, among many others.

International Photography Hall of Fame and Museum
Home to the world's largest photomural, containing a 360-degree laserscape of the Grand Canyon, also a large permanent collection and various traveling exhibits from internationally known photographers.

(405) 424-4055

Red Earth Indian Center Museum
Outstanding examples of Native American craftsmanship, presented by The Deupree Cradleboard Collection features Native American nations, tribes and bands from throughout the United States.

www.redearth.org
(405) 427-5228

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Lake Hefner

Located in northwest Oklahoma City between Lake Hefner Parkway and MacArthur Blvd. Lake Hefner is a 2,500 acre surface lake with an average depth of 29 feet and a maximum depth of 94 feet. Lake Hefner was completed and filled in 1947.

An enclosed, heated fishing dock, two covered fishing piers, boat ramps, tending docks, handicap facilities and fish attractors are available. Wet slips and open dry storage areas for boats are available for rental at the Hefner Lake Patrol Office. In addition to fishing, Hefner offers sailing, boating, sailboarding, picnicking. There is no waterskiing, jetskiing or swimming allowed.

(405) 843-4976

Lake Overholser

Located in northwest Oklahoma City, between Council Road and Morgan Road, from NW 10 St. to NW 39 St. Lake Overholser is a 1,500 acre surface lake with an average depth of 6 feet and a maximum depth of 13 feet. This lake was completed and filled in 1919.

A covered fishing pier, boat ramps, and handicap facilities are available. Also there is a covered picnic pavilion, at NW 16 St and East Overholser Drive. Picnicking, fishing, sailing, boating and jetskiing are permitted at Lake Overholser. Swimming, however is prohibited.

(405) 789-3746

Lake Stanley Draper

Located in southeast Oklahoma City between Midwest Blvd. and Post Road, from SE 74 St. to SE 134 St. Lake Draper is a 2,900 acre surface lake with an average depth of 34 feet and a maximum depth of 98 feet. This lake was completed and filled in 1963.

Four covered fishing piers, boat ramps, tending docks, and handicap facilities are available. Covered wet slips and open dry storage areas for boats are available for rental at the Draper concession building. Primitive campgrounds are available. Picnicking, fishing, waterskiing, jetskiing, boating and sailing are permitted at Lake Draper. Waterskiing not allowed in the coves or necks of the lake. Swimming is prohibited.

(405)794-5010

Lake Thunderbird

Located 13 miles east of Norman on Hwy 9 East or Alameda Street. The rolling hills and beautiful water of Lake Thunderbird State Park, one of the most scenic parks in the state, offer a variety of options for visitors. With two full-service marinas, boating is convenient. In addition to other activities, visitors can ski, swim or windsurf. Also, Thunderbird Riding Stables offers horseback riding through 800 acres of historic Land Run oak and hickory forest.

(405) 360-3572

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Oklahoma City Blazers

The Downtown Arena / Myriad Convention Center

The Central Hockey league consists of 16 teams from New Mexico to Indiana, including Oklahoma City. Exciting hockey action returns to the ice every October through April. The Blazers have captured five Adams Cups, five consecutive Western Division Titles and two post-season championships. As North America's winningest franchise, nearly three million fans have watched Blazers hockey.

www.okcblazers.com
(405) 235-PUCK (7825)

Oklahoma Redhawks

2 S Mickey Mantle Dr (11,C8) ' 1-35 and I-40 intersection. Take Lincoln exit, west on Reno

Oklahoma RedHawks is Oklahoma's only Triple-A professional baseball team at the Southwestern Bell Bricktown Ballpark. The Ballpark is reminiscent of many of the country's older parks with an asymmetrical playing field and intimate seating configuration, hearkening back to when baseball was a game, played in a Park. The unique field configuration is `intended to provide for the home field advantage as well as add to the excitement of the game. Every seat is intimately close to the action.

www.redhawksbaseball.com
(405) 218-1000

Oklahoma Wranglers

100 W Main, Ste 295 (11,C8)

The Oklahoma Wranglers, Oklahoma City's professional football team, play in the exciting, high-scoring Arena Football League. In the team's first two years, almost 10,000 fans per game flocked to the Myriad to have a great time and see some great football. In their third seasonbeginning in April 2002-the Wranglers embark on an exciting new era in Oklahoma sports history as the first team to play in the new Downtown arena.

The Wranglers are Oklahoma City's AllAmerica team. In just two seasons, the team has made five appearances on national television, including the Wranglers' first playoff victory.

With their games and highlights on national TV along with the NFL's growing involvement in the Arena Football League, the Wranglers are at the forefront of Oklahoma City's evolution into a major-league sports town.

www.okwranglers.com
(405) 236-0131

Senior PGA Tour Championship

The Senior Tour Championship will be held Oct. 21-27, 2002 at the Gaillardia Golf and Country Club in Oklahoma City for the second consecutive year. The Senior Tour Championship is the final official Senior PGA Tour event of the season. Leading money winners of 2002 will be determined and the Charles Schwab Cup champion crowned.

The top 31 players on the current Senior PGA official money list will compete in a 72-hole stroke-play tournament. All are vying for a share of the $2.5 million purse. The winner's share will be $435,000. Bob Gilder is the 2001 defending champion.

Also featured during this weeklong event is the $675,000 total purse GeorgiaPacific Super Seniors competition for players 60 and over. The Super Seniors will compete in a concurrent three-day, 54-hole championship. The winner's share for this championship is $142,000. George Archer is the 2001 defending champion.

www.stc.pgatour.com
(888) 595-TOUR

Oklahoma Memorial Stadium & Owen Field

180 W Brooks Street, NormanUniversity of Oklahoma

Historic Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, one of the most aesthetically pleasing and functional campus football homes in the nation, is the home of Sooner Football. Situated on the east side of the Norman campus, this tradition-rich facility is the largest sports arena in the state and one of the largest college football stadiums in the nation. In the latest edition of the NCAA Records Book, Oklahoma Memorial Stadium is listed as the 19th largest football stadium used by a Division One school.

www.ou.edu
(405) 325-2424
(800) 456-4668

Southwestern Bell Bricktown Park

2 S Mickey Mantle Drive Intersection
Take Lincoln exit, west on Reno

The Southwestern Bell Bricktown Ballpark opened in 1998 to rave reviews. Home of the Oklahoma RedHawks, the beautiful, brick-and-steel stadium seats 12,000, and there's not a bad seat in the house. The historic look extends to numerous displays of Oklahoma City's baseball legends, especially the statue of Oklahoma's own Mickey Mantle at the main entrance. To help service the fans, there's a new parking garage on the north side of the stadium, pedicabs, horse-drawn carriages and the new Oklahoma Spirit trolleys to get visitors to and from the game. Also, right across the street is the new canal.

www.redhawksbaseball.com
(405) 218-1000

Lloyds Noble Center

2900 Jenkins Ave, Norman University of Oklahoma

Dedicated in 1975, the Lloyd Noble Center has become one of the top sports arenas in the country, featuring the best college basketball in the nation. Since its opening, more than two million fans have come through the LNC doors looking for a Sooner victory. When the Sooners are not filling the arena for basketball, it is filled for other events like NCAA gymnastic regionals, wrestling action and concerts. Top entertainers like Rod Stewart, John Mellancamp, Bill Cosby, Prince, Wynonna Judd and Clint Black have taken the LNC stage.

www.ou.edu
(405) 325-2424
(800) 456-4668

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Stage Center

400 West Sheridan

A unique concept created by the Arts Council of Oklahoma City and housed in a theater of award-winning architectural design adjacent to the Myriad Gardens. A season of six productions features a national guest star coupled with a local or regional theater company.

Season runs from November through May.
(405) 270-4801

Civic Center Music Hall

Within walking distance of the Myriad Botanical Gardens and the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, the Civic Center provides a world-class venue for major touring attractions productions, visiting artists and local professional performing groups. The recent $52 million renovation presents a multi-purpose facility featuring three performance venues and various rental spaces. The Thelma Gaylord Performing Arts Theatre, the heart of the Civic Center Music Hall, seats 2,500 within a "Shoebox" designed auditorium offering acoustical superiority, excellent sight lines and box suites. The Freede Little Theatre, an Oklahoma City art deco treasure, offers seating for 390 and is perfect for recitals, meetings and small theatre productions. The Meinders Hall of Mirrors, with its spacious, 5,300-squarefoot parquet floor, remains one of Oklahoma City's most elegant ballrooms overlooking Bicentennial Park and beautiful downtown Oklahoma City.

The Civic Center Music Hall serves as a hallmark of excellence for the performing arts, continuing its 60-year tradition as one of Oklahoma City's premier cultural spaces.

www.okcciviccenter.org
(405) 297-2584

Little River Zoo

Hwy 9E and 120th Ave, Norman

Nestled in the woods of a remote 55 acres in beautiful Lakeside Norman, the Zoo is home to more than 400 animals, many of which visitors will meet on their personally guided tour and in the petting zoo. Many of the animals are displaced pets or rescued animals that have found a permanent home at the Zoo, a place where their stories can touch the lives of thousands each year.

Zoo programs include Jr. Zookkeeper, Adopt a Wild Child, Annual Giving Program, Birthday Parties, Picnic Areas and Guided Tours. Some of the annual events are Kids for Kindness Festival, Wetlands Classic 5k Run and Safari Scramble Golf Tournament.

The zoo is open daily 10-5.
www.littleriverzoo.com
(405) 366-7229

Oklahoma City Zoological Park and Botanical Garden

The Oklahoma City Zoo brings all of the sights and sounds of the world's most rare and exotic animals close to home. Visitors will have an opportunity to interact eye to eye with a lion and just a few feet away from a gorilla. Tourists will discover where the wild meets the civilized. Cat Forest/Lion Overlook allows a closer view into the life of lions, tigers, snow leopards and a variety of wild cats in surroundings similar to their native habitats. A world-class exhibit, Great EscApe, allows visitors to journey through a tropical rainforest and view gorillas, chimpanzees and orangutans closer than ever before. Guests will also explore tropical seas, South American rivers, African lakes and more at Aquaticus. Exotic fish and other aquatic creatures abound in an array of colors, shapes and sizes. Visitors can learn about butterflies, their conservation needs and butterfly gardening at the Butterfly Garden.

www.okczoo.com
(405) 424-3344

Martin Park Nature Center

5000 W Memorial

A 140-acre protected natural wildlife area is home to dozens of indigenous mammals and 180 species of birds. Visitors will have an opportunity to experience the unspoiled beauty of native grasses, shrubs and trees as they stroll along the 21/2 miles of wood-chip foot trails. Special guided nature hikes and weekend programs are available.

Open Mar-Nov, Tues-Sun 9-6, Dec-Feb, WedSun 9-6.
Closed on major holidays.
(405) 755-0676

Rodeos

The International Finals Rodeo is one of the nation's most thrilling rodeos that takes place in January at the State Fair Arena with the top 15 IPRA cowboys and cowgirls in seven events competing for world championships. The annual PRCA Championship Rodeo held during the State Fair of Oklahoma in September. The Lazy E Arena in nearby Guthrie hosts a number of rodeo and other equine events. The International Finals Youth Rodeo takes place every summer In Shawnee's Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center.

www.oklafair.org
www.lazye.com
www.shawneeexpo.org
(405) 948-6800

Myriad Botanical Gardens

A 17-acre oasis in the heart of downtown Oklahoma City, with beautifully landscaped rolling hills surrounding a sunken lake, the Botanical Gardens features a fascinating collection of palm trees, flowers and exotic plants from across the globe. The centerpiece of the gardens is the seven-story Crystal Bridge Tropical Conservatory. Visitors will enjoy the Adventure Walk underneath the 35-foot cascading waterfall or a bird's eye view of the tropics from the skywalk. Central displays change several times during the year.

Open Mon-Sat 9-6, Sun 12-6.
www.okccityhall.org/botanicalgardens
(405) 297-3995

White Water Bay

3908 W Reno Ave

Over 30 water rides, slides, pools and activities are offered to visitors, including Cannonball Falls, a slide that fires riders into the water after a six-foot drop, the Wave Pool and the seven-story Bermuda Triangle's three water slides and float rides down the lazy Castaway Creek. Visitors will enjoy the four-person Big Kahuna raft ride, and the 65-foot free fall Acapulco Cliff Dive. A Kids Kove soft-play area offers room for the parents as well. Group rates are available.

(405) 943-9687

The Downtown Arena

The Arena is currently under construction and located directly south of the Myriad Convention Center, which allows major events to easily utilize both facilities simultaneously. This accommodation with a seating capacity of 20,000 can host a wide variety of sporting activities, music events, entertainment, family shows, exhibitions and other large spectator activities. It's the main arena for Oklahoma Wranglers and Oklahoma City Blazers. The bowl configuration can be changed quickly from one type of event to the next to maximize its availability. It is designed to accommodate all the requirements of the National Hockey League and contains modern amenities that provide for high attendance and create greater revenue potential.

The building complies with all American Disabilities Act requirements and provides handicapped seating in all areas of the Arena. The completion date for arena is approximately June 2002.

Ballet Oklahoma

7421 N Classen

Oklahoma City's professional ballet company celebrating its 30th anniversary and performs from October through April in the new Civic Center Music Hall.

www.balletoklahoma.com
(405) 843-9898

Black Liberal Arts Center, Inc.

201 Channing Square, Ste 317

Black Liberated Arts Center, Inc. provides an outlet for the artistic talent of African Americans and each season features nationally and internationally known guest artists at the Civic Center Music Hall. The season ends with the Deep Deuce Jazz Festival on Second Street.

(405) 524-3800

Cantebury Choral Society

428 W California Ave, Ste 100

Canterbury Choral Society begins its 33rd season as Oklahoma's premier choral music performance and education organization. Its five auditioned choruses offer adults and children a wide range of singing experiences.

(405) 232-SING (7464)

Carpenter Square Theater

400 W Sheridan at Stage Center

A variety of works from contemporary playwrights are presented year-round by an outstanding theatrical cast and crew. The theatre's downtown location gives it easy access to downtown attractions and hotels. The theatre features a cocktail bar and art gallery.

www.carpentersquare.com
(405) 232-6500

Jewel Box Theater

3700 N. Walker

Jewel Box Theatre is Oklahoma City's oldest community theater and the recipient of the Governor's Arts Award. Over 41 years this theater-in-the-round provides continuing excellence in live theater June through May. Two musicals are presented in the outdoor amphitheater in June & July. A $500 cash award is presented to the winner of the annual playwright competition announced in April.

(405) 521-1786

Lyric Theater

2501 N Blackwelder Ave (10,H5)

Lyric Theatre, Oklahoma's only professional musicals theatre for 40 years, is a summer theatre company which performs musical during June, July and August at the Civic Center Music Hall.

www.lyrictheater.com
(405) 5249312
(405) 524-9310

Oklahoma Children's Theater

3000 Pershing Blvd

The OCT productions for young audiences include eight main stage productions per year and a statewide touring program plus educational programs.

(405) 951-0011

Oklahoma City Philarmonic Orchestra

428 W California Ave (11,B8)

Oklahoma's finest orchestra presents Classics concerts featuring distinguished guest soloists, Pops concerts with stars of stage and screen, and Discovery concerts for children, parents and grandparents.

(405) 232-7575

Oklahoma Shakespeare In The Park

28 E Main St, E.C. Hafer Park, Edmond

Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park presents three different plays Thur-Sun at the O'Meara Amphitheatre each summer. The performances for summer 2002 include "The Comedy of Errors," "All's Well that Ends Well" and "Macbeth."

(405) 340-1222

The Pollard Theater

120 W Harrison Ave, Guthrie (29,E3)

The Pollard Theatre is the state's only full-time professional theatre featuring six Broadway quality shows every year. The performances are held in a 300seat, restored, turn-of-the-century vaudeville house.

(405) 282-2800

Prairie Dance Theater

2100 NE 52nd Street

Dedicated to presenting contemporary dance of the highest quality, Oklahoma's first professional modern dance company since 1978 features Home Concert Series Nov-Mar in Kirkpatrick Center, and consists of three concerts of original dance works.

www.prairedance.org
(405) 424-2249

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Lucky Star Casino

7777 N Hwy 81, Concho

Located 15 miles NW from Oklahoma City, the 40,000-square foot casino features 400 slots and 12 table games.

www.luckystarcasino.org
(405)262-7612

Thunderbird Entertainment Center

5700 E State Hwy 9, Norman

The Thunderbird Casino's 45,000-square foot gaming facility boasts the area's best Vegas gaming fun with Blackjack, hundreds of skill games, electronic and traditional Bingo and Oklahoma's premiere off-track betting club and sports bar. Thunderbird Entertainment Center is an Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma Enterprise.

www.thunderbirdcasinoandbingo.com
(405)360-9270

Lazy E Arena

Rt. 5, SE of Guthrie

Located just minutes north of Oklahoma City, the Lazy E Ranch is one of the most progressive horse breeding facilities in the nation, as well as a premier rodeo arena. The largest indoor arena in the country was constructed in 1984. Seating more than 6,200 people, and with an incredibly spacious arena floor, the Lazy E can accommodate virtually any horserelated or sporting event and trade shows.

The Lazy E has become a driving force in western entertainment since its inception. Widely regarded as the premier western entertainment facility in the world, the Arena hosts more than 25 championship events each year. The National Finals Steer Roping, the Prairie Cicuit Finals Rodeo, the PRCA championship events and others are broadcast on TN N annually.

On the third floor of the arena, the Roper's Cantina private club offers a spectacular view of the action on the arena floor, as well as an excellent fullservice bar.

Proud to preserve the western heritage of Oklahoma and the pioneering spirit of the cowboy, the Lazy E entertains like no other.

www.lazye.com
(405) 282-RIDE
(800) 595-RIDE

State Fair Arena

500 Land Rush Street
Junction of I-40 and I-44

The Oklahoma State Fair Park is one of the largest state fair park facilities in the country. Events held there include auto racing, rodeos, concerts, performers on ice, national horse shows and the annual State Fair of Oklahoma.

www.oklafair.org
(405) 948-6700

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Crossroads Mall

Crossroads Blvd

Crossroads Mall is located at the crossroads of I-35 and I-240 and offers great selection, value and service. The mall has 140 shops and services including restaurants and department stores such as Dillard's, Foley's, JC Penney and Montgomery Ward.

www.shopcrossroadsmall.com
(405) 631-4421

Farmers's Public Market

311 S Klein Ave

In addition to fresh fruits, vegetables and flowers, the historical Farmers Public Market offers a great variety of shops specializing in antiques, books, dolls, furniture, glassware and flea market items. Most of the shops are in the two-story building and covered mall.

(405) 232-6506

Heritage Park Mall

6801 E Reno, Midwest City

Heritage Park Mall is anchored by Dillards, Montgomery Wards and Sears, with over 70 other stores, restaurants, speciality shops and movie theaters.

www.shopsimon.com
(405)737-1472

50 Penn Place

1900 NW Expressway

A place filled with unique businesses, relaxing services and tantalizing restaurants. One of Oklahoma's premiere shopping centers featuring national names you'll love like Talbot's, Route 66, Williams-Sonoma and Laura Ashley, plus local stores with a unique Oklahoma flavor.

Mon-Fri 10-7, Sat 10-6, Sun 1-5
(405) 848-7588

Mayfair Village

7300 N Comanche Ave

An Oklahoma City tradition in fine shopping since 1949. It is home to Stein Mart and Michaels, in addition to 34 more shops, services and restaurants. Door side parking is a major advantage to this shopping complex.

(405) 721-2797

Penn Square Mall

1901 NW Expressway

Penn Square offers everything for everyone in one location, including a variety of exclusive shops. The Mall contains a food court and a 10-screen cineplex. It also houses more than 140 specialty stores including Dillard's, Foley's, JC Penney and Montgomery Ward.

Open Mon-Sat 10-9, Sun noon-6.
www.pennsquarermall.com
(405) 842-4424

Quail Springs Mall

2501 W Memorial Rd, Ste 100

Quail Springs Mall is a two-level mall of approximately 1,200,000 square feet located on a 98-acre tract of land. The center is anchored by Sears, JC Penney, Foley's and Dillard's and has 327,000 square feet of mall shop space.

www.quailspringsmall.com
(405) 755-6530

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Oklahoma City National Memorial

620 N Harvey Ave

On April 19, 1995, a massive bomb shook Oklahoma City's foundations, shocked the world and changed lives forever. The bomb ripped apart half of the Alfred F Murrah Building, killing 168 children and adults, injuring hundreds of others and leaving Americans across the country stunned and afraid.

On April 19, 2000, the world once again remembered the victims of the 1995 bombing of the Alfred P Murrah Federal Building in downtown with the opening of the Oklahoma City National Memorial.

The symbolic memorial is the result of an international design competition that produced more than 624 entries from 23 countries and all 50 states. Butzer Design Partnership, a Berlin, Germanybased firm at the time of selection, was chosed to design the memorial. Principle designers were Hans and Torrey Butzer, and Sven Berg.

The memorial stands on a three-acre site that includes remnants of the original building destroyed in 1995 by the largest act of terrorism ever committed on U.S. soil. The structure uses symbolism to communicate the dramatic impact of the April 19, 1995 tragedy which took 168 lives and injured countless others who still bear the painful physical and emotional scars from that day.

Visitors enter the east side of the memorial through the first of two large gates. This gate symbolizes the time of 9:01 a.m. prior to the bombing and reflects the mission of the memorial: "We come here to remember those who were killed, those who survived and those changed forever. May all who leave here know the impact of violence. May this memorial offer comfort, strength, peace, hope and serenity." Visitors exit the site through the western gate of "9:03 a.m.," representing the lives of those changed forever.

Between the two gates is a 400-foot reflecting pool and 168 empty glass, bronze and granite chairs in honor of each of the people killed. The Reflecting Pool occupies what was once N W 5th street. The gently flowing water provides soothing sounds, as well as a crystal-clear mirror image to provide reflection on the enormity of the Memorial. Nine rows of bronze and glass chairs are arranged to symbolize the nine stories of the building, and where the victims were lost at the moment of the blast. During the day, the chairs seem to float on empty space, while at night, the glass bases illuminate to provide beacons of hope.The Survivor Tree, an American Elm which withstood the blast, stands to the north of the chairs, a growing symbol commemorating those who survived. Cascading terraces under its canopy offer a peaceful setting.

The 24,000 square-foot Oklahoma City National Memorial Center is a museum to provide visitors with an experience beyond what they see at the memorial monument. Museum visitors will walk through a 10-chapter story beginning in Oklahoma City the morning of the bombing and ending with the community's current status. The story will be told through exhibits and recorded narratives from victims' family members, survivors, rescue workers and others. Included in the center will be the Institute for the Prevention of Terrorism a public-policy research center devoted to the study of terrorism and political violence and in the "living legacy" of the Memorial.

www.oklahomcitynationalmemorial.org
(405) 235-3313

National Hall of Fame & Museum

2801 NE 50th Street

From softball's birthplace to Olympic gold in Atlanta in 1996, the thrilling evolution of American's most popular sport is captured within the historic galleries. The National Softball Hall of Fame displays the colorful history of softball and its greatest players. Various facets of the sport including fast, slow and modified pitch, umpires, youth and championship teams are featured. Also those inducted into the Hall of Fame or Hall of Honor.

Open Mon Fri 9-4:30, Sat 10-4, Sun 11-4.
(405) 424-5266

Oklahoma Firefighters Museum

2716 NE 50th Street

The museum features the remarkable collection of antique fire apparatus, tools and machinery used since 1736. Real firefighting enthusiasts will recognize the many classic fire engines housed in the museum. Visitors can also view the names of the firefighters who died in the line of duty on Oklahoma soil on the new Fallen and Living Firefighters Memorial.

Open daily 10-4:30.
(405) 424-3440

Overholser Mansion

405 NW 15th Street

Overholser Mansion was the first mansion in Oklahoma City, built by early-day entrepreneur Henry Overholser. It is of late 19th century architecture with original furnishings and hand-painted, canvascovered walls.

Open Tues-Fri 10-4, Sat-Sun 2-4.
(405) 528-8485

Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History

2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman

The museum at the University of Oklahoma is one of the finest universitybased museums in the nation featuring five breathtaking galleries. The Hall of Ancient Life boasts the largest Apatosaurus and Pentaceratops skeletons in the world. Other exhibits take visitors on a tour of Oklahoma's natural wonders, and provide a glimpse into Native American cultures of Oklahoma both ancient and modern. Children and families will enjoy the hands-on exhibits in the Discovery Room.

Open Mon-Sat 10-5, Sun 1-5.
www.snomnh.ou.edu
(405) 325-4712

State Museum of History

2100 N Lincoln Blvd

Just across the street from the State Capitol, the State Museum of History presents a comprehensive historical overview of Oklahoma, from prehistoric times to oil field wildcatters to the space program. Interpretive exhibits, artifacts, original art, and special weekend programs provide an entertaining and informative experience. Unique exhibits include an original bison hide teepee, a Civil War cannon, and wagon used in two land runs, Native American murals, historic quilts and much more.

Open Mon Sat 8-5.
www.ok-history.mus.ok.us
(405) 521-2491

State Capitol

A tour of the Oklahoma State Capitol is a must for any history buff. It includes neoclassic Greco-Roman architecture, murals and restored stained glass. By November 2002, a dome will be added to the State Capitol building.

Open daily
(405)521-3356

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Oklahoma City University

2501 N Blackwelder

Oklahoma students looking for a university that offers a rich tradition of academic excellence need look no further than Oklahoma City University. OCU's valuescentered education helps students make the most of their college education, career and life.

www.okcu.edu
(405) 521-5000
(800) 633-7242

University of Central Oklahoma

100 N University Dr, Edmond

University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond recently underwent $54 million in construction to help the university move into the next millennium. UCO can boast of state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, but the real measure of a university lies in the education of its students. A few of the many ways to explore education at UCO include the library's online card catalog, the college servers and a stroll through the art museum to sample local art and traveling shows. UCO has the most state-of-the-art equipment and resources in the region, all you need do is look. UCO is known for its friendly environment and responsiveness to students.

www.ucok.edu
(405) 974-2000

University of Oklahoma

Norman, OK

The University of Oklahoma was established in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Today, the University is a major, national research university that serves the educational, cultural and economic needs of the state, region and nation. The university is a doctoral degree-granting research university created by the Oklahoma Territorial Legislature. OU has 18 colleges offering 134 bachelor's degrees, 82 master's degrees, 51 doctoral degrees, four gradu ate certificates, and one professional degree. OU enrolls more than 25,000 students on campuses located in Norman, Oklahoma City and Tulsa and has approximately 1,830 full-time faculty members.

www.ou.edu
(405) 325-0311

Oklahoma City Community College

7777 S May Avenue

Founded in only 1972, Oklahoma City Community College is the youngest public institution of higher education in Oklahoma. More than 11,000 students enroll each fall and spring semester, making the Oklahoma City Community College one of the state's larger institutions. It offers a full range of associate degree programs which prepare students to transfer to baccalaureate institutions. Other degree and certificate programs are designed to prepare students for immediate employment in a variety of fields. Additionally, Oklahoma City Community College offers a wide range of community and continuing education courses, workshops, conferences, and seminars.

www.okc.ok.us
(405)682-1611

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Public Bus System

300 SW 7th

The Oklahoma City public bus system covers 465 square miles of the metropolitan area. Service hours are MonFri 5:30-7:30, Sat 6:30-5:30. No Sunday service. Local fare is $1.00 with discounts available for youth, elderly and disabled. Commuter service is provided to Norman, Edmond and Midwest City. Special services are available for the elderly and disabled. The Norman public bus system covers the college town with five local routes and various campus routes. Service hours are Mon-Fri 7-9, no Sat or Sun service.

Local fares are 50 cents, and 25 cents for students with a valid OU I.D. Discounts are available for youth, elderly and disabled. Lift equipment transportation is available.

(405) 325-CART

Metro Transit

METRO Transit's historic streetcars are the perfect way to see the many downtown destinations for shopping, restaurants, sightseeing and family fun. Visitors can also catch the Oklahoma Spirit from the I-40/Meridian hotel area to the fair grounds and downtown. The fast, fun and economical way to see OKC.

www.gometro.org
(405) 235-RIDE

Will Rogers World Airport

6 miles SW of OKC

Will Rogers World Airport is located in the southwest corner of Oklahoma City and is the primary commercial service for Oklahoma City and the surrounding region.

The airport property occupies approximately 7,500 acres which ranks it among the five largest airports in the United States in land area.

The aviation industry was barely born when Oklahoma philosopher Will Rogers told "every city in America" to "get a lying field, even if you have to trade your Chamber of Commerce for it". Seventy-five years ago, Oklahoma City got itself a "flying field". Today, Will Rogers World Airport is a vital link to the Oklahoma transportation network and the Oklahoma economy. It certainly appears that Will knew what he was talking about.

www.flyokc.com

Water Taxi of Oklahoma

Bricktown Canal, Downtown OKC

One of the state's most unique attractions on the Bricktown Canal, Water Taxi runs a continual service like a bus. Visitors can board a Water Taxi every 10-15 minutes in either direction. All Water Taxi Ambassadors narrate points of interest along the way. Tickets may be purchased from a kiosk, which is located in Bricktown between Chenillo's and Oklahoma Avenue on the canal.

www.bricktownokc.com
(405) 234-TAXI

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