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Okmulgee, Oklahoma

The Creek Nation Tribal Complex serves as the government headquarters for the Creek Nation including all divisions of tribal government.

The Mound Building at the Complex is modeled from the Southeastern Mound Culture of the Southeastern United States Indian. The building is the center of community, spiritual, and cultural life.

The complex houses executive, judicial, and legislative offices. Next the the complex is the Creek Nation Okmulgee Bingo Hall and the Creek Nation Rodeo Arena, home to the Creek National Rodeo in June.

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Creek Nation Tribal Complex

The Creek Nation Tribal Complex serves as the government headquarters for the Creek Nation including all divisions of tribal government.

Okmulgee, OK Ethnic Heritage

Oil Mansions

Okmulgee is very uncommon. Steeped in history, Okmulgee is home to an eclectic mix of people, buildings, and cultures. Oilmen and money carved Okmulgee out of terra cotta and stone. The city boasts some of the finest architecture and architectural details in the state.

Okmulgee, OK Historic Homes

Orpheum Theatre

Entertainment came of age in Okmulgee as a result of oil money. Okmulgee was home to two Vaudeville theatres, one of which still stands today. The Orpheum Theatre has undergone renovation and features first run movies and special events today. The Cook Theatre was built by L.H.D. Cook (

Okmulgee, OK Historic Theatres

Okmulgee Golf Course

For golfers, Okmulgee Country Club's course is open to the public on weekdays. Established in 1920 with a "very average" course, the country club now boasts of having one of the better 9-hole courses in the state. It is an attractive course benefiting from an aggressive tree planting program.

Okmulgee, OK Golf Courses

Historic Churches

Episcopal Church - Built in 1902, the building was originally the home of the Methodist Church and remained so until 1911, when it was purchased by the Episcopal Church for the sum of $2,000. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Okmulgee, OK Historic Churches


Things to do near Okmulgee, OK

Bartlesville Museum in the Price Tower

Permanent and special exhibits. ...

Main Street Oil Well

"Ripley's believe It Or Not" calls it the world's only oil well in the middle of Main Street. ...